Things to do in France, no research required

The capital, the flea-market neighborhood on its northern edge, and a Riviera city that runs on its restaurants more than its beaches. Paris carries the museum weight. Saint Ouen brings the parks and gardens most visitors never leave the city to find. Nice handles the coast and, honestly, the best eating of the three. Several hundred pins across the set, led by bars, restaurants and cafes in close to even numbers. One import for the whole trip, whether you’re doing all three or deciding between them once you’ve landed.