Guidebook
Sightseeing
A beautiful little town. Visit the prehistoric museums, walk along the river, take a canoe trip or visit Le Grand Roc.
208 locals recommend
Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil
A beautiful little town. Visit the prehistoric museums, walk along the river, take a canoe trip or visit Le Grand Roc.
Aquarium of Perigord Noir
99 All. Paul-Jean SouriauA fantastic opportunity to see multi coloured cave paintings.
Even though it is a reproduction, this cave is just like the real thing! You will need at least 2hours to see all on offer. Make reservations online, prior to your visit to be able to book the language of your tour and preferred time.
454 locals recommend
Lascaux II
A fantastic opportunity to see multi coloured cave paintings.
Even though it is a reproduction, this cave is just like the real thing! You will need at least 2hours to see all on offer. Make reservations online, prior to your visit to be able to book the language of your tour and preferred time.
Beynac-et-Cazenac
The home of Josephine Baker. With headsets provided, wonder around this stunning chateau, listening to the information of each room and gardens, in your language. You will see how Josephine lived, her 'rainbow family' and her brilliant costumes. Twice a day there is a bird of prey display, which is not to be missed.
180 locals recommend
Chateau des Milandes
The home of Josephine Baker. With headsets provided, wonder around this stunning chateau, listening to the information of each room and gardens, in your language. You will see how Josephine lived, her 'rainbow family' and her brilliant costumes. Twice a day there is a bird of prey display, which is not to be missed.
The Marqueyssac gardens
Visit the house and the gardens.
An amazing step back in time. A beautiful house built into the rock, packed with history and gore!
This house has its own torture museum, not for the faint hearted!
31 locals recommend
Strong House of Reignac
An amazing step back in time. A beautiful house built into the rock, packed with history and gore!
This house has its own torture museum, not for the faint hearted!
Canoës Vallée Vézère
1 Prom. de la VézèreMany trips to choose from 9 - 25 km long
A brilliant way to see the sights of the Dordogne. Stop and have lunch or a swim then continue on your way.
11 locals recommend
CANOES LOISIRS - Location Canoe Kayak Dordogne Perigord Sarlat
Many trips to choose from 9 - 25 km long
A brilliant way to see the sights of the Dordogne. Stop and have lunch or a swim then continue on your way.
City to visit
A stunning medieval city, with narrow cobbled streets, a cathedral, lots of shops and cafes and restaurants. Huge Saturday market and small produce market on a Wednesday.
799 locals recommend
Sarlat-la-Canéda
A stunning medieval city, with narrow cobbled streets, a cathedral, lots of shops and cafes and restaurants. Huge Saturday market and small produce market on a Wednesday.
Where the Dordogne and Vezere rivers meet.
Have a picnic by the river, lunch at a restaurant or bar or visit les jardins panoramique.
71 locals recommend
Limeuil
Where the Dordogne and Vezere rivers meet.
Have a picnic by the river, lunch at a restaurant or bar or visit les jardins panoramique.
Towns to visit
A medieval bastide set high on the hill. Drive to the top and park or park in the lower carparks and take the tourist train to the top. Fabulous views of the Dordogne valley. Lovely little shops and restaurants along the cobble streets. Also a pretty garden with stunning views.
263 locals recommend
Domme
A medieval bastide set high on the hill. Drive to the top and park or park in the lower carparks and take the tourist train to the top. Fabulous views of the Dordogne valley. Lovely little shops and restaurants along the cobble streets. Also a pretty garden with stunning views.
Stop off here during your canoe trip along the river or drive and park up. Take the steps up, between the buildings, to see the roof tops and views of the river. Watch the hot air balloons sail majestically by.
293 locals recommend
La Roque-Gageac
Stop off here during your canoe trip along the river or drive and park up. Take the steps up, between the buildings, to see the roof tops and views of the river. Watch the hot air balloons sail majestically by.
Beautiful bastide town with restaurants and shops. Market day is Thursday.
185 locals recommend
Monpazier
Beautiful bastide town with restaurants and shops. Market day is Thursday.
Le Buisson-de-Cadouin
Food scene
La Roque- Gageac
For lunch or a romantic evening meal. Sit by the window in the evening and watch as the hot air balloons sail by.
23 locals recommend
Logis Hôtel Belle Étoile
285 Promenade de la BatellerieLa Roque- Gageac
For lunch or a romantic evening meal. Sit by the window in the evening and watch as the hot air balloons sail by.
Baynac - Lovely for lunch but fabulous for an evening meal. Like art on a plate!
29 locals recommend
La Petite Tonnelle
Rue de la BalmeBaynac - Lovely for lunch but fabulous for an evening meal. Like art on a plate!
Sarlat - Fabulous food! Can not go wrong with the menu du jour for lunch.
45 locals recommend
Le Bistro de l'Octroi
111 Av. de SelvesSarlat - Fabulous food! Can not go wrong with the menu du jour for lunch.
Vezère Lodge
10 Rte de CampagneLe Bugue - A 5 minute walk down the road for a great steak or whatever you fancy.
Auberge l'Espérance SARL
3 Av. des SycomoresCity advice
Getting around
Parking
Lots of free parking in Monpazier