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France offers a wealth of destinations beyond Paris, including coastal islands, Alpine villages, medieval towns and wellness retreats.
Lesser-known regions such as Ile d’Oleron, La Clusaz, Sarlat-la-Caneda and St-Malo provide unique experiences, from seafood shacks to historic markets and outdoor adventures.
Travelers can enjoy regional specialties like oysters, fondue, foie gras, cider and cognac, each tied to its local culture and landscape.
Access to these areas is possible by train or car, with a range of accommodations from boutique inns to larger hotels.
What to consider
Some destinations lack direct train connections, making car travel necessary for full exploration.
Accommodation options vary, with limited chain hotels in rural areas and more boutique or independent properties.
Seasonal activities and local festivals may affect availability and pricing, especially during summer or major events.
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Detailed recommendations for where to eat, stay and explore in each featured region, including local specialties and travel logistics.
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With the Summer Olympicsfast approaching, Paris is about to get very packed. But any good Francophile knows that the “Hexagone,” as France is called because of its shape, is so much more than its capital.
Mediterranean beaches, Pyrenees hiking trails, Alpine skiing and rugged Atlantic coast ... there’s pretty much no box that a trip to France can't tick.
It's no wonder France is one of the most popular destinations in the world. With 96 departments (similar to states) on the mainland and five overseas, there's plenty to discover.
Still, travelers tend to stick to predictable places, including Paris, Provence and Cote d'Azur. But what a pity, considering all the varied regions — not to mention foods — that visitors can experience.
Next time you find yourself with some free time in France and a desire to get out of Paris for some peace and quiet, go beyond the famous cities and typical tourist traps to check out some of the below spots instead.
Ile d’Oleron
Ile d’Oleron is lined with golden beaches and no-frills seafood shacks. ALUXUM/GETTY IMAGES
Why visit: Visitors who make a beeline to the touristy Ile de Re miss out on its charming neighbor, Ile d'Oleron, which is about twice as large and similarly crisscrossed with cycling paths and dotted with no-frills seafood shacks and oyster farms. It's also fringed with golden beaches lined with towering pines with far more space for everyone to spread out and enjoy.
What to eat: Oysters, oysters and more oysters. The Marennes-Oleron oysters grown out at sea finish their maturation in the island's basins and have a delicate, iodized taste that's celebrated among the finest in all of France. They're best slurped at rustic oyster huts perched around the island, usually set right along the water, called cabanes (Le Cabane de Batifou and Chez Mamelou are among the local favorites to seek out).
Where to stay: Few chain hotels exist on the island, with the exception of the beachfront Novotel Thalassa Oleron Saint-Trojan (an Accor property) on Ile de Oleron's southeast side, where rates start at $179 per night. Hotel Ile de Lumiere is another good and affordable bet behind the dunes, near the fishing port in La Cotiniere, offering direct beach access. Rates there start at $142 per night.
How to get there: Fly into Bordeaux-Merignac Airport (BOD) and drive roughly 2 1/2 hours northwest, or fly into Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and drive roughly six hours southwest. Alternatively, the train from the Gare Montparnasse in Paris takes roughly five hours to reach St-Pierre-d'Oleron.
La Clusaz
La Clusaz in summer with Rhone-Alpes in the background. MAREMAGNUM/GETTY IMAGES
Why visit: With pristine Alpine lakes for swimming and rustic refuges to sleep in along miles of hiking trails in the Aravis mountains, this hideaway village in Haute-Savoie is popular with anyone who loves the great outdoors come summer. But with 85 ski runs serviced by 49 lifts and one of the biggest vertical drops (more than 4,900 feet) of all French ski resorts, La Clusaz really shines under a blanket of snow during the winter months. Come for three toboggan runs, sledding and a ski area with varied terrain that's ideal for intermediate skiers, in part because it lacks hordes of people like more famous resort areas in the French Alps.
What to eat: During your visit, sip the traditional herbal liqueur called genepi. It's made from local flowers of the artemisia plant. Also fortify yourself for more outdoor fun the following day by enjoying hearty helpings of Savoyard fondue made with local Haute-Savoie cheese, raclette (slabs of cheese you grill) and the heavy potato dish called tartiflette at warm and inviting spots like La Grolle.
Where to stay: Right on the slopes with an on-site sauna and sleds for the taking, the rustic wood-paneled inn called La Ferme is as cozy as it gets. Rates start at a reasonable $132 per night.
How to get there: Drive two hours east from Lyon-Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) or just over an hour south from Geneva Airport (GVA) in Switzerland to reach La Clusaz. The trip takes roughly three hours by train from Lyon's Part-Dieu train station (there is no direct train connection from Geneva).
Sarlat-la-Caneda
Make your home base the spectacularly intact medieval town of Sarlat-la-Caneda. P. EOCHE/GETTY IMAGES
Why visit: Far less trammeled and much more laid-back than wine regions in the Loire Valley and Bordeaux, southwest France's Dordogne dishes up postcard-worthy medieval villages and serious gastronomy at every bend in the rue. Make your home base the spectacularly intact medieval town of Sarlat-la-Caneda (Sarlat, to locals), and spend Wednesdays and Saturdays shopping for local mushrooms, Perigord fruits and nuts (and much more) at the excellent open-air market the city is famous for. The Dordogne river, one of the cleanest in France, is nearby when you fancy a swim or some kayaking.
What to eat: Everything. No, seriously. The regional cuisine is legendary for things like foie gras, chestnuts, wild mushrooms, truffles, strawberries, duck and goose dishes, and so much more.
Where to stay: There are no points hotels in Sarlat, but there are plenty of charming inns and bed-and-breakfasts. Try Plaza Madeleine Hotel & Spa, right at the entrance to Sarlat's medieval city. Rates start at $172 per night.
How to get there: Drive 5 1/2 hours (approximately 350 miles) south of CDG to reach Sarlat-la-Caneda. Alternatively, the town is less than 2 1/2 hours (130 miles) east of Bordeaux by car or two hours and 45 minutes by train from Bordeaux.
St-Malo
Visit this gorgeous walled port city in Brittany with strong Celtic influences. TIM GRAHAM/GETTY IMAGES
Why visit: Bust out your blue-and-white Breton stripes to visit this gorgeous walled port city in Brittany. Enormous tides in and around St-Malo, on the English Channel coast in northwest France, retreat to reveal sprawling beaches and make it easy to walk to the 17th-century Fort National at low tide. A visit to the Grand Aquarium is a must if you're traveling with kids. It's home to some 10,000 animals, including sharks and rays.
What to eat: Brittany is the place to sip cider and eat crepes, the region's signature dish, and St-Malo's Creperie Le Tournesol turns out some amazing ones (as well as galettes, which are similar to crepes but made with buckwheat flour). The region is also known for fresh seafood like oysters and bouchot mussels, plus the delicious salt-meadow lamb raised here.
Where to stay: Two Accor properties in town include Mercure St Malo Front de Mer Hotel (where rates start at $200 per night) and the Mercure Saint Malo Balmoral (where rates start at $204 per night). The former is close to Sillon Beach, while the latter is within walking distance of the main railway station.
How to get there: Trains from Paris' Montparnasse station take less than three hours to reach St-Malo. Driving is another easy way to get here from Paris, which is roughly four hours (255 miles) east.
Narbonne
Head roughly 250 miles west of Nice along the Mediterranean to reach the region of Occitanie and supremely pleasant Narbonne. CHRISTIAN RIVIERE/GETTY IMAGES
Why visit: For a less pretentious (not to mention less expensive) South of France experience than you'll find on Cote d'Azur, head roughly 250 miles west of Nice along the Mediterranean to reach the region of Occitanie and the pleasant and scenic surrounds of Narbonne. In this city that dates to 118 B.C., you can marvel at antiquities unearthed here that are on display in the Narbo Via museumand stroll along the Canal du Midi or through Les Halles, one of France's best (and that's saying a lot) covered markets. When you're ready to hit the beach, Narbonne's own beach and nearby Gruissan beckon with wide stretches of golden sand.
What to eat: It's all about the fruits de mer (seafood) at La Cambuse du Saunier, a rustic little waterfront restaurant set along the salt lagoons in the Salin de Gruissan (where you can hit the on-site boutique for sachets of salt to bring home). Platters of whelks, razor clams, oysters and shrimp comprise heaping seafood towers you can nibble on throughout the course of a sunny afternoon.
Where to stay: Stay among the vines in the hills just outside Narbonne's center at Chateau L'Hospitalet, a gorgeous wine resort and spa where you can jog along dirt trails for sea views. Rates start at $300 per night. Among the many Accor hotels in Narbonne itself are several budget Ibis properties and the Novotel Narbonne Sud, right near the Narbo Via museum. Rates at the latter start at $132 per night.
How to get there: Trains run regularly from Paris' Gare de Lyon station, with the shortest connection taking just over 4 1/2 hours (driving takes closer to eight hours). Trains from Toulouse take just over an hour.
Laguiole
Take a trip to Laguiole, on the beautiful Aubrac plateau, to see where the famous eponymous knives are made. FRANCOIS ROLLAND/GETTY IMAGES
Why visit: Deep in the heart of southern France, the department of Aveyron is so remote as to be mostly off the radars of even some French people — yet it is full of castles and cathedrals, rolling countryside and charming medieval towns. Make the pilgrimage to Laguiole, on the beautiful Aubrac plateau, to see where the village's famous eponymous knives (with the bee logo on their spines) are made at local factories. You can also hike trails along a nearby stretch of the famous Camino de Santiago de Compostela and, come winter, ski and snowshoe at the rustic Station de Ski de Laguiole.
What to eat: Juicy cuts of the special French breed of Aubrac cattle, raised in the open air surrounded by the flowering fields of the plateau, are often the menu specialty. Le Suquet, one of the town's most exceptional restaurants, is helmed by native son Sébastien Bras.
Where to stay: Surprising considering how secluded Laguiole is, there's the Best Western Le Relais de Laguiole Hotel & Spa, with an indoor heated pool and an on-site playground. Rates start at $132 per night. For something more romantic, opt for one of the 13 suites overlooking the Aubrac plateau at Le Suquet's hotel.
How to get there: Since there's no train station in Laguiole, it's best to arrive by car. It takes roughly six hours to drive here from Paris.
Cambremer
Beuvron-en-Auge is home to a cider festival every October. BARMALINI/GETTY IMAGES
Why visit: Roughly an hour east of the D-Day beaches in Normandy, the cute little town of Cambremer is the place to base yourself for exploring the pastoral countryside along the 25-mile Route du Cidre. The tourist trail runs through a landscape of wood-timbered estates and apple orchards and winds past scenic Pays d'Auge towns like Beuvron-en-Auge, which is home to a cider festival every October.
What to eat: In addition to sipping Pays d'Auge Cambremer cider, don't miss the local Calvados liquor (apple and pear brandy) and the region's fabulous Belle-Mere and Pont-l'Eveque cheeses.
Where to stay: Small inns abound along the Route du Cidre, like Domaine les Marroniers, which has a three-room gite (or farmhouse) that you can rent and a facade that dates to the 16th century.
How to get there: The train from Paris' Gare St-Lazare takes less than 2 1/2 hours. It takes roughly the same amount of time to drive, and you’ll probably want a car to explore the area.
Cognac
The Charente river in Cognac, France. LEONID ANDRONOV/GETTY IMAGES
Why visit: Almost everyone has heard of cognac the spirit, but the town of Cognac itself, surrounded by vines along the rambling Charente river to the north of Bordeaux, is largely overlooked. Come to sample the town’s eponymous alcohol at legendary houses like Hennessy and surprises like pink pepper gin from artisan distiller Audemus Spirits. Jubilant summertime festivals, including Cognac Blues Passions and the Fete du Cognac, take over the town and its lively riverfront. The latter celebrates not only the region’s iconic eau de vie but also Charente’s famed pineau wine and terroir specialties like cagouilles (local snails), too. Bon appetit!
Where to eat: Start with a cognac cocktail for an aperitif at the elegant white stone house occupied by La Maison, then enjoy moderately priced prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus that blend Asian, South American and Mediterranean inspirations.
Where to stay: Rest your head within a restored 19th-century cognac cellar at the high-end boutique property Hotel Chais Monnet & Spa, right in the center of town. Make a dinner reservation at the on-site Michelin-starred restaurant, Les Foudres, then end your night at the buzzy rooftop bar. Rates start at $260 per night.
How to get there: The high-speed train (TGV) from Paris' Montparnasse to Angouleme takes just under two hours. Then, transfer to a local train to Cognac for the last 30-minute leg. Alternatively, it takes roughly five hours to drive here from Paris.
Evian-les-Bains
Evian-les-Bains, France, seen from Lake Geneva. ROUSSEL N'DIAYE MARJORIE/GETTY IMAGES
Why visit: Best known for its healing springs and eponymous bottled mineral water, the beautiful art nouveau town of Evian-les-Bains on Lac Leman (aka Lake Geneva) beckons with built-in wellness, gorgeous nature and a belle epoque casino for those who like to play. Visit thermal spas bubbling with natural mineral water, hike in the surrounding mountains, bike the lakefront and don’t forget to fill your bottle with water straight from the source at the Cachat spring.
Where to eat: The summer months bring pop-up stalls selling crepes, cocktails and ice cream to the lakefront. For something fancier, book a table overlooking Lake Geneva at Hotel Royal’s La Veranda restaurant for elegant seasonal dishes like chilled pea soup with mint, asparagus from the Rhone Valley and seabream tartare.
Where to stay: Part of the Evian Resort, Hotel Ermitage is an excellent family pick, as it has a kids club for all ages and babysitters on request. There are also tennis courts, pools, a golf club and a divine spa. Rates start at $225 per night.
How to get there: The fastest train from Paris leaves from the Gare de Lyon and takes about 4 1/2 hours to reach Evian-les-Bains (the drive is a little more than 5 1/2 hours). You can also fly into Geneva and drive one hour east.
Mougins
Art galleries line Rue des Orfevres in Mougins, located near the Mediterranean Sea. GENEKREBS/GETTY IMAGES
Why visit: Take a break from the busy coastal crowds in Cannes for a foray into this medieval hilltop village, just a short drive inland and up into the hills. Straddling a rocky outcropping between the mountains and the sparkling Mediterranean, Mougins is where Picasso spent the last years of his life. And while you can’t tour his home, it is possible to visit sites like Hotel Vaste Horizon, where the artist stayed in 1936 when he first discovered the village. More than 30 galleries dot the narrow stone streets today, and artists come from far and wide to settle in and feel inspired. As you’d imagine, the light is painterly.
Where to eat: Legendary chef Roger Vergé was the original chef at L’Amandier, which remains a local institution thanks to transporting views overlooking the surrounding countryside and superb risottos and locally caught fish.
Where to stay: Sip a local rosé on a terrace overlooking the hillsides of Grasse and step out to restaurants in the heart of the village when you stay at boutique newcomer La Reserve, with villas, three-bedroom suites and traditional hotel rooms on offer. Rates start at $315 per night.
How to get there: Fast trains from Paris’ Gare de Lyon to Cannes take about six hours. You can drive to Mougins from Cannes or Grasse in about 25 minutes.
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Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
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No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
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Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
Terms Apply.
American Express® Gold Card
TPG editor's rating4
TPG editor's rating
Pros + cons
Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
More details
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
Terms Apply.
Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
Terms Apply.
American Express® Gold Card
TPG editor's rating4
TPG editor's rating
Pros + cons
Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
More details
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
Terms Apply.
Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
Terms Apply.
American Express® Gold Card
TPG editor's rating4
TPG editor's rating
Pros + cons
Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
More details
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
Annual Fee is $325.
Terms Apply.
Pros
Valuable dining and food-related credits
Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
Multiple travel and purchase protections
No foreign transaction fees
Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
$100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
$120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
at American Express's secure site. Terms & restrictions apply. See rates & fees.
Rewards rate
Rewards rate
Rate
Category
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
5X
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
3X
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
2X
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
1X
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Intro offer
As High As 100,000 points. Find Out Your Offer.
Annual fee
$325
Regular APR
See Pay Over Time APR
Recommended credit
Excellent to Good
4
at American Express's secure site. Terms & restrictions apply. See rates & fees.
Rewards rate
Rewards rate
Rate
Category
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
5X
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
3X
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
2X
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
1X
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Intro offer
As High As 100,000 points. Find Out Your Offer.
Annual fee
$325
Regular APR
See Pay Over Time APR
Recommended credit
Excellent to Good
4
at American Express's secure site. Terms & restrictions apply. See rates & fees.
Rewards rate
Rewards rate
Rate
Category
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
5X
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
3X
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
2X
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
1X
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Intro offer
As High As 100,000 points. Find Out Your Offer.
Annual fee
$325
Regular APR
See Pay Over Time APR
Recommended credit
Excellent to Good
4
at American Express's secure site. Terms & restrictions apply. See rates & fees.
Rewards rate
Rewards rate
Rate
Category
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
4X
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
5X
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
3X
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
2X
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
1X
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
