Carcassonne Holidays in 2013

To get the best out of the city, ensure you book onto a guided tour right at the start of your holiday in Carcassonne. The city is vast and there are plenty of sights to see but a guided tour will get you around in 2.5 hours, leaving you with a thirst for more. Most of the tours will start at the medieval city where you can see it’s 52 tours and end at the Canal du Midi.

To get the best out of the city, ensure you book onto a guided tour right at the start of your holiday in Carcassonne. The city is vast and there are plenty of sights to see but a guided tour will get you around in 2.5 hours, leaving you with a thirst for more. Most of the tours will start at the medieval city where you can see it’s 52 tours and end at the Canal du Midi.

For families with kids with wild imaginations, a week’s holiday in De la Cite whilst on holiday in Carcassonne will be ideal. Housed in a building that dates back to the 19th century this luxury take on tradition will be a great base for a family who enjoy exploring and spending every day outdoors.

Bath in the serene summer sunshine, whilst gazing out over the Canal Du Midi or sit back, relax and take in the surroundings whilst enjoying a boat ride along the calm waters. It is the perfect way to spend a romantic day out whilst on holiday in beautiful Carcassonne.

The city of Carcassonne comes alive at night, especially as the walls and towers are lit up with a golden light. Being a popular holiday destination in the south of France, Carcassonne offers a variety of trendy nightlife. Go to La Fiesta Bodega for a lively atmosphere, tapas and an outdoor terrace or go to Bulle for an all-night dance session.

The Park & Suites Hotel in the nearby city of Montpellier will be the perfect accommodation for couples or honeymooners after a modern and stylish room that offers all the luxury they can ask for. A stones throw away from Carcassonne, it is an ideal location for exploring the south of France.

Whilst on your relaxing city break in Carcassonne, a great way to find your feet in the city is to join a guided tour, and there are plenty to choose from. Go walking around the medieval city, take a bike ride around the outskirts, cruise along the Canal du Midi on a boat tour or hop on board a horse drawn court for a memorable tour.

Your palate will be spoilt for choice in the south-eastern city of Carcassonne. Local cuisine is centred on the vineyards where superb French merlots accompany the tastiest of dishes. You’ll be sure to find several restaurants offering the delicacy, foie gras and the rich dish, Cassoulet.

For a hotel that is based in the heart of the city then the Citadines Antigone Apart’hotel is ideal for families and couples looking for budget accommodation that is surrounded by a bustling atmosphere and is in close proximity to a plethora of attractions in the south of France.