8. Rouen, France
Just an 80-minute train ride from Paris, Rouen boasts of impressive Gothic architecture, making it the perfect travel destination for history buffs. Major tourist spots include the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen which is the site of Joan of Arc’s resting place, the Church of Saint-Maclou, and the Palais de Justice (Palace of Justice) which houses the busiest appellate court in France.
The best time to visit the village is from June through August, with temperatures hovering around 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
