Eye-opening
art tours around France

Trace the footsteps of iconic painters and delve into France’s artistic legacy

Through the eyes of artists

France has long been a muse for some of the greatest creative minds in history. The impressionistic brushstrokes of Monet, the revolutionary designs of Le Corbusier and the existential musings of Sartre all showcase a legacy that spans centuries and continues to thrive today.

Yet, with such a wealth of art to discover, just in Paris alone, it’s easy for travelers to feel overwhelmed by where to begin each day. A tailored art tour offers a curated journey of discovery, unveiling the profound influence France's artistic heritage has had on the art world.

Our customized tours are tailored to the unique interests of our travelers so they can spend their days of exploration focusing on the French architecture and art that resonates with them most. As an experienced tour operator, we streamline our tours, carefully planning each museum visit and gallery trip, to make every experience enriching and engaging for each individual.

We offer experiences that delve into the history of the French Renaissance, connect with the landscapes that inspired the Impressionists, or take you to Paris, the home of Cubism, to spend the day with an expert art historian - your personal tour guide during your visit.

Where the creative magic happens

To truly appreciate a work of art, there’s nothing quite like a visit to the places that inspired it. Witness the stories behind France’s most iconic masterpieces come to life, guided by a local expert who takes you on an inspiring tour to discover the local history.We invite our travelers to put themselves in the shoes of the great artists who have shaped France’s cultural legacy by visiting their sources of inspiration - an experience that beats an ordinary visit to a museum any day. Spend a few days in the Mediterranean seaside town of Collioure and it's easy to see why Fauvist painters Matisse and Derain were so enthralled by the interplay of light and the charming coastline.

A day trip from Paris takes you to Normandy, where you can wander through the ethereal gardens that inspired Monet’s paintings. Step inside the French artist’s serene pastel-pink home and travel back to the days when the artist was painting his famed water lily series.

Getting hands on during an art tour is also a great way to engage with the creative process during your trip. In Toulouse, visit an independent textile initiative and take part in a workshop creating organic pastels and dying fabric with the region’s signature blue hue, made from local plants. We can also arrange private guided tours of a modern art museum in Paris and beyond, exclusive viewings of prestigious art collections you’ve long dreamed of seeing up close, or a guided architecture tour in a town of your choice.

Provence’s irresistible allure

Inspiring the likes of Cézanne, Matisse and Picasso, Provence has long been a travel magnet for iconic painters and visionaries, drawn by the region’s natural beauty, local culture and Mediterranean lifestyle. A few days in this part of southern France, staying in idyllic hotels and sipping on local wine, and it’s easy to see why it inspires so many.

Saint-Paul-de-Vence is one of the oldest Medieval towns on the French Riviera and a renowned artistic hub. Over the years, it has attracted great figures such as James Baldwin, Modigliani and Yves Montand. Here, we arrange private tours of the town’s celebrated modern and contemporary art museums and galleries as part of a tailored trip. In Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, you’ll walk in the footsteps of Van Gogh at Saint-Paul Monastery, where you can explore the iconic landscapes that inspired his most famous works.

For a unique experience, at France à la Carte, we take travelers on a day excursion to Carrières de Lumières, an immersive multimedia museum space in Provence that brings famous artworks to life. Château La Coste offers an extraordinary outdoor exhibition set against the backdrop of its scenic vineyard, where a private wine tasting wouldn’t go amiss. And in the village of Lourmarin, you’ll find the creative spirit that captivated Nobel Prize-winning French author Albert Camus and novelist Henri Bosco on their visit here.