FRENCH RIVIERA
NICE
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- Climb up to the Colline du Château (one of the best lookout points in Nice) for panoramic views of the Baie des Anges, Old Town, Nice's boardwalk, and the city's varied and vibrant architecture.
- Visit the Old Town n (Vieux Nice), Cours Saleya-a massive market square, Notre Dame Cathedral
- Place Massena is the most spectacular and representative historical district of the city. Take a stroll along the Promenade du Paillon.
- Enjoy fishing, swimming, sailing and boating in Baie des Anges.
- Stroll along the Promenade des Anglais
- Don’t miss out on the Niçois cuisine and Nice’s mouthwatering gastronomy. Discover the delectable flavours of Nice’s Cuisine Niçoise with local recipes such as socca (chickpea pancakes), pissaladière (caramelised onion tart) or tourte de blettes (chard, raisin and pine nut pie) and the legendary salade niçoise.
- Choose between 15 private and 20 public beaches, to sip a cocktail with your feet in the water, dine under the stars or simply relax on your deckchair
Visit the iconic Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild (museum in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat) and its exceptional gardens. (approx. 9km from Nice)
Discover Eze (approx. 11km from Nice), a medieval perched village with its crafts shops and breathtaking panorama. At one point on the Grand Corniche, you get a stunning view of the Mediterranean Sea with the perched village of Èze in the foreground.
Discover the town of Menton (approx. 24km from Nice), a harmonious blend of nature and culture. From the cliff roads overhanging the town, you can admire this picture postcard seaside town bathed in warm sunshine all year round.
Admire the beautiful coastline of the Three Corniches on a scenic drive to Monaco from Nice (approx. 22km from Nice), which harbours ancient villages and sparkling marinas. Visit the Old Town of Monaco, the changing of the guards at the Prince’s palace (11h55 am), the cathedral, the Cousteau Oceanographic Museum, discover Casino Square. Enjoy a stroll on the streets of Monte-Carlo, have a drink or dine in one of the famous restaurants and why not trying your luck in the Grand Casino.
Discover the town of Villefranche-Sur-Mer (approx. 8km from Nice), the most beautiful harbour town, overlooking crystalline waters framed by Provençal greenery.
CANNES
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- Enjoy a walk along La Croisette for magnificent views of the bay and its public beaches. Enjoy a meal at any of the beach-side restaurants like Annexe Beach, La Plage du Martinez, Carlton Beach Club
- Palais des Festivals
- Visit the birthplace of Cannes and a picturesque old quarter, Le Suquet. Visit the ramparts, the Musée de la Castre, the Tour Carrée, the church and discover the old port, “Quai St Pierre”welcomes old sailing boats and yachts.
- You can also do a visit of the old town by “Petit Train de Cannes”
- Take a boat ride to visit the Lérins Islands, the two most popular - Île Ste-Marguerite and Île St-Honorat.
- Enjoy lunch with a view at the restaurant “La Tonnelle” on the St. Honorat Island. Visit the Royal Fort on Île Ste-Marguerite (where the real-life Man in the Iron Mask was imprisoned)
- Enjoy a visit of the Forville market that showcases local produce.
Visit Grasse (approx. 20km from Cannes & 46km from Nice), a quiet, pretty medieval village that also holds the distinction of being the world’s perfume capital. Spend an unforgettable afternoon learning about the perfume making process at Galimard, one of the oldest perfumeries in Grasse.
You can also visit perfume factories of Fragonard and Molinard.
Visit the seaside resort town of Antibes (approx. 13km from Cannes & 26km from Nice), home to one of the main museums in the area: The Picasso Museum in the Château Grimaldi. Stroll through the Old Town’s narrow streets as you soak up its typical Provençal charm and admire the ramparts and the Cathedral.
Discover the Provencal Market, cours Masséna, Antibes.
Visit Biot Village (approx. 7km from Antibes) known for its glass factory, is full of remarkable monuments which contribute to the authenticity of its Provençal charm Visit the « Verreire de Biot » (first glass factory founded in 1956) and « Centre d’art de Verre Pierini » located in the old oil mill of Biot, an emblematic place of contemporary glass art.
Discover the fortified village of St. Paul de Vence exploring its historical sites and monuments. Visit of the Matisse Chapel Fondation Maeght, located in St. Paul de Vence, is a must visit for art lovers for its impressive collection of paintings and sculptures.
Explore the Riviera with French Riviera Pass. This city pass allows you to visit Nice and its surroundings. It lists the essential sites and gives you access to guided tours of both museums and the city, as well as the "Nice, le Grand Tour" tourist bus.
It also gives you the chance to benefit from advantages at carefully selected addresses - shops, leisure activities and restaurants.
