Nice - South France

• Walking Guided Tour of Nice listed at the UNESCO World Heritage List as “Nice, Winter Resort Town of the Riviera” to discover its must-sees: the old town and the Cours Saleya with its famous flower market, the Promenade des Anglais, Place Masséna and a 360° view from the Castle Hill.
• During the visit to the old city, pass by the Palais Lascaris: one of the most beautiful museums in Nice. Residence of the Lascaris - Vintimille family, this palace (listed as a historic monument since 1946) has been restored and transformed into a museum. Located at the heart of the old town, it holds many rare works as well as an impressive collection of ancient musical instruments.
• Discover some museums with temporary and permanent exhibitions all year round. Example : Musée Matisse Nice, Musée Chagall, Musée de la Photographie, Musée des Beaux-Arts, Musée Masséna...
• For more information about museums: https://www.explorenicecotedazur.com/en/explore/places-to-visit/museums-in-nice-cote-dazur/
• Cooking workshops in Nice: for example, Cooking studio Les Petits Farçis with Rosa Jackson
• Visit to local confectioners, for example,
  Confiserie Florian. Its production shops make home-made chocolates and fruit and flower flavoured sweets, along with jams made with citrus fruits from Nice, candied fruit and crystallised flower petals, making this one of the city’s leading attractions for people with a sweet tooth. Great for guided tours and tastings.
  Confiserie AUER. The Auer family welcomes you in this institution-bonbonniere with rococo decoration where candied fruits, jams and chocolates are manufactured in the family tradition.
• Discover the know-how surrounding olives at the Nicolas Alziari boutique
• Visit a vineyard and have lunch (picnic with local specialties)
  Organise a wine tasting and discover one of the oldest vineyards in France - Bellet Vineyards which are located in Nice at 15mn from the city centre.
  Château de Crémat & Domaine de Toasc : Marie Gamard (events@chateaucremat.com )

EZE

Located on the Moyenne Corniche, perched on a rocky promontory, the medieval village of Eze is a real gem to explore thanks to its shops, craftsmen, hotels, and gourmet restaurants. At its highest point, an exotic garden in the medieval castle ruins offers a breath-taking panorama all the way to Saint-Tropez.

• Visit the medieval village
• Visit the perfume factories (Gallimard and Fragonard) you can also take part in a perfume creation workshop.
• Visit the exotic garden of Eze

VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER

A maritime town on a privileged site, Villefranche-sur-Mer is one of the main ports on the Côte d’Azur, a major stopover for cruise ships.

This picturesque little fishing port is also home to a flotilla of yachts and pointus (traditional fishing boats). With the majestic curve of its shoreline, its 16th-century Citadel and colourful façades, Villefranche-sur-Mer also became a favourite venue for painters and artists.

• The harbour
• The 16th-century citadel and the Volti and Goetz-Boumeester museums
• The port and its colourful facades- The Port Royal de la Darse
• The Saint Pierre chapel decorated by Jean Cocteau
• Saint Michel church
• The old town and Rue Obscure
• Markets

BEAULIEU-SUR-MER

Between Nice and Monaco, Beaulieu-sur-Mer is where the sea and mountains rub shoulders. With its exceptional architecture, botanical heritage and well-preserved shoreline with Mediterranean and exotic plants, Beaulieu-sur-Mer fully expresses the spirit of the Côte d’Azur. It is ideal for enjoying water sports, luxury shopping or gambling at the Casino!

• Villa Kérylos, a striking evocation of a sumptuous Ancient Greek home
• Churches
• Sancta Maria de Olivo Chapel, now an exhibition venue
• Provençal market (everyday) and Italian Market (the first Sunday of every month)

SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT

‘Calm, luxury and voluptuousness’: these words ideally describe this cape located between Nice and Monaco. The old fishing village became a holiday haven in the early 20th century, with the arrival of wealthy foreign families who built vast estates, like Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild. A 10 km coastal footpath offers exceptional panoramas. Beaches and creeks are an invitation to relax, while a wide range of water sports make it ideal for sportier stays.

• The port
• Sainte-Hospice chapel (11th c) with a giant bronze statue of the Virgin Mary
• Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and its theme gardens
• Activities: beaches and water sports, heritage, hiking and walking trails, yachting port...

CAP D’AIL

Situated at the gateway to the Principality of Monaco, the town enjoys a privileged location between the sea and the mountains. The town boasts some splendid villas with architecture dating from the late 19th century.

• The Villa les Camélias Museum
• The Belle Epoque villas
• The magnificent panorama from the Tête de Chien paths
• The coastal path, gardens and beaches.
• Activities: beaches and water sports, climbing, hiking and walking trails, yachting port...

VENCE

At the foot of the Alpine Arc, Vence offers all the authentic charm of its historic city and natural setting. The centre of the old town has changed little over the centuries: narrow streets with Mediaeval and Renaissance houses, large and small squares, as well as shops and galleries displaying the work of many artists.

• Chapelle du Rosaire decorated by Matisse
• The smallest cathedral in France "Notre Dame de la Nativité"
• The Museum of Vence in the Castle of Villeneuve
• A Major Centre of Modern and Contemporary Art
• The Gombrowicz museum in the Villa Alexandrine

Not far from Vence, don't forget to discover Saint-Paul-de-Vence, one of the most picturesque villages of Côte d'Azur and its The Maeght Foundation, a museum collection of modern and contemporary paintings and sculptures.

CAGNES-SUR-MER

Ideally situated between Nice and Cannes, the town owes its charm to the medieval village of Haut-de-Cagnes, whose Grimaldi castle-museum dominates the town. Numerous personalities and artists, including Renoir, have stayed or lived in Cagnes-sur-Mer

Cagnes-sur-Mer has also become a true shopping destination, thanks to Polygone Riviera, France’s 1st open-air shopping centre. Not to mention a rich program of events all year round and its famous Hippodrome de la Côte d’Azur.

• Renoir Museum
• Medieval village of Haut-de-Cagnes
• The contemporary jewellery museum
• The Picturesque little fishing port of Cros-de-Cagnes
• The Hippodrome de la Côte d’Azur, the 2nd largest racecourse in France.

SHOPPING

Galeries Lafayette: Located at the heart of Nice, on the Place Massena, The Galeries Lafayette Nice Masséna store with its historic building boasts of 600 brands and multiple services such as: the Bella Bay Restaurant, VIP Lounge (with a personal stylist), tax-free, a luxury pop-up with some exclusive brands, treatment cabins (Dior and Chanel) … etc.

Cap 3000: Launched in July 2021, it is the new destination for high-end luxury shopping in Saint Laurent du Var. It’s an exclusive area dedicated to more than 45 premium and luxury brands such as Zadig & Voltaire, Falconeri, Maison Christian Dior, etc.

For more information about the shopping offer at Nice Côte d'Azur:

https://www.explorenicecotedazur.com/en/inspirations/experiences/shopping-nice-cote-dazur/