Manoir d'Hautegente Hotel, Saint-Amand-de-Coly

This wildlife park is dedicated to the Barbary Macaque monkey who roams free in the 20 hectares of woodland.

Come fly over the Dordogne, Perigord, castles, manors, fortresses, the valleys of the Dordogne and Vézère, discover it in all its charm.

Open every day of the year this 9-hole, par 35, course is set in the lush countryside of the Dordogne and the grounds of Chateau les Merles.

A delightful trip along the river that runs through the heart of Bergerac on a traditional wooden barge.

In the heart of the 'Purple Perigord' you can share and enjoy the passion of owner Jean-Pierre who has been part of competitive karting since the late 1980's.

This outdoor park has a tree-top trail, paintball, mountain-biking, canoeing and horse-riding for those seeking a bit more adventure or a change from the pretty villages and vineyard visits.

This elegant and sophisticated two Michelin star restaurant offers creative dishes designed by chef Cédric Béchade, who plays with colours and textures in his cuisine.

The dining rooms allow for views of the surrounding vineyards and rolling hills. Drinks can also be enjoyed in the small library or among the chestnut trees.

Part of the successful Edward 1er Hotel, the restaurant has a lot to live up to. Welcoming and professional staff greet you into the small 28 seat dining room and you are sure to be delighted by the experience and attention to detail from start to finish.

Large bright dining rooms and a flowery terrace set the scene for a delicious meal. In the winter your food can be enjoyed in front of the large open fire place and in the summer, out on the open terrace looking out over town and surrounding countryside.

With a terrace set alongside the Vezerie river and within a hotel clad in Virginia Creeper and decorated with heart, warmth and style, the restaurant is hugely inviting.

Michelin star restaurant with 14 immaculate rooms in the Lacave region.

Designed by Kathryn Gustafson, a visit here tells a story, and is a journey through the gardens of history. The guided tour is excellent, describing ancient woods believed to have been inhabited by gods, more contemporary water features and a garden of over 2,000 roses which blends the old with the new.

Now you can come and discover the famous decorated cave near Montignac in its entirety. But that’s not all; the opening of the International Centre for Cave Art marks the beginning of a new adventure combining the emotion of ancestral art and an important technological achievement.

The most well-known and impressive prehistoric caves in France. The paintings here are thought to be over 17,000 years old and mainly represent large mammals, signs and humans. 

The medieval fortress of Château de Losse overlooks the Vézère river and has a very unique and interesting history.

A prehistoric park and an excellent introduction before visiting the region's prehistoric caves. 

The gardens at the Manoir d'Eyrignac were created in the 18th century, a hundred years or so after the building of the manor house.

The pretty old town of Montignac serves as a good base for visiting the nearby prehistoric caves.

Standing out as one of the most charming towns in the region, this medieval dwelling remains much as it was when it was built in the 14th century. 

The town and the surrounding prehistoric sites have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Nearly 150 sites have already been discovered and contain significant finds dating back as far as the Middle Stone Age - about 300,000 to 40,000 years ago.

A base for exploring the region, Souillac has a medieval past and is filled with Romanesque-style sculptures. 

The village of Beynac-et-Cazenac is thought to date back to the 12th century when its imposing cliff top château was constructed.

It's hard to imagine a nicer village than La Roque-Gageac, with its huge limestone cliffs that tower behind the Renaissance-style houses built in creamy stone with burnt red roofs.