Sea and beaches
The turquoise Mediterranean, sandy and pebble beaches and picturesque coves from Cap Ferrat to the Gulf of Saint-Tropez
Wine region · France
French Riviera
Azure sea, palm embankments and glamor of the French Riviera - from Nice to Monaco
Region
About the region
The Côte d'Azur is the pearl of the French Riviera, stretching 115 kilometers from Hyères to Menton. This is the land of the dazzling Mediterranean sun, azure sea, fashionable resorts and picturesque medieval villages.
The region combines the luxury of Monte Carlo, the artistic heritage of Matisse and Chagall, Provencal gastronomy and the best rosé wines of France. An ideal place for those seeking beauty, taste and radiance.
Glamour
Cannes Film Festival, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo Casino, Louis Vuitton and Dior boutiques on the Croisette
Picturesque villages
Medieval hilltop villages like eagles’ nests: Èze, Saint-Paul-de-Vence and Gourdon, perched above the sea
Gastronomy
Salade niçoise, bouillabaisse, ratatouille, pissaladière and the best rosé wines of Provence
What to see
Main attractions
From legendary beaches to medieval eagle-nest villages, the best of the Cote d'Azur
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CoastPromenade des Anglais
The symbol of Nice is a 7-kilometer promenade along the Bay of Angels with palm trees and blue chairs
- 7 km by the sea
- Hotel Negresco
- Blue chairs
- Panorama of the Bay of Angels
CultureMatisse Museum Nice
The world's largest collection of Henri Matisse in a 17th-century Genoese villa overlooking an olive grove
- Matisse Collection
- Genoese Villa
- Olive grove
- Panoramic view
CoastSaint-Tropez
Legendary fishing port that has become a symbol of resort chic with Pampelonne beach and the old port
- Pampelonne Beach
- Old Port
- Notre Dame Church
- Market at Place des Lices
CultureOceanographic Museum
Grandiose aquarium museum in Monaco - a palace over the sea, founded by Prince Albert I
- 6000+ species
- Shark Lagoon
- Palace over the sea
- Panorama of Monaco
VillagesÈze: an eagle’s nest
Medieval village on a cliff with an exotic garden and 360 degree panorama
- Exotic Garden
- Medieval streets
- Sea view
- Perfume Factory
CoastCape Ferrat
Green peninsula with Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild - a botanical paradise and the luxury of Belle Époque
- Villa Rothschild
- Rose Garden
- Panorama of the bay
- Dancing fountains
VillagesSaint-Paul-de-Vence
Artistic fortress village where Chagall, Braque and Picasso worked
- Fondation Maeght
- Art Galleries
- Fortress walls
- Cafe Colombe d'Or
CultureMonte Carlo Casino
An architectural masterpiece of Belle Époque and the most famous gambling house in the world
- Belle Époque
- Casino Square
- Opera Garnier
- Gardens of Monaco
WineCassis Wineries
Picturesque vineyards on cliffs above the sea, producing the best white wines of Provence
- White wines
- Sea view
- Calanques nearby
- 3 wineries
Towns and villages
Towns and villages of the French Riviera
From fashionable Monaco to the medieval village of Eze, every corner of the Cote d'Azur shines in its own way
Town
Nice
The capital of the French Riviera with the legendary Promenade des Anglais, the Old Town, the flower market, the Matisse and Chagall museums is a Mediterranean paradise.
- Promenade des Anglais
- Old Nice and Cours Saleya market
- Matisse Museum
- Castle Hill
Town
Cannes
The city of stars and red carpets with the fashionable Croisette, luxury boutiques and the famous Palais des Festivals.
30 km from Nice
- Boulevard de la Croisette
- Palais des Festivals
- Sand Beach
- Suquet District
Town
Monaco/Monte Carlo
The Principality of Luxury with the Monte Carlo Casino, the Prince's Palace, the Oceanographic Museum and the legendary Formula 1 track.
20 km from Nice
- Monte Carlo Casino
- Prince’s Palace
- Oceanographic Museum
- Exotic Garden
Town
Antibes
Ancient Greek Antipolis with Europe's largest marina, Fort Carré, Picasso Museum and the beaches of Juan-les-Pins.
20 km from Nice
- Picasso Museum at Grimaldi Castle
- Fort Carré
- Plage de la Gravette
- Old Town
Village
Èze
A breathtaking medieval village on a cliff above the sea with an exotic garden, galleries and boutiques.
12 km from Nice
- Exotic Garden
- Medieval passages
- Perfume Factory
- Panorama 360°
Village
Saint-Paul-de-Vence
An artists’ fortified village among Provençal hills, with galleries, the Fondation Maeght and the legendary café La Colombe d’Or.
20 km from Nice
- Fondation Maeght
- Contemporary Art Galleries
- Colombe d'Or
- 14th century fortress walls
Traditions
Traditions and culture
The Côte d'Azur preserves unique traditions - from a vibrant carnival to the art of haute perfumery and glamorous cinema
Carnival in Nice
One of the world’s oldest carnivals, with flower battles, giant carnival floats and the King of Carnival.
- Flower battles on the Promenade des Anglais
- Giant figures and floats
- Night parades with music
- February - more than 130 years of tradition
Cannes Film Festival
The main event of world cinema - the red carpet on the Croisette, A-list stars and the Palme d'Or.
- Red carpet and Palme d'Or
- World premieres
- May - since 1946
- Star parties
Formula 1 in Monaco
The legendary Monaco Grand Prix - luxury racing along the streets of the principality, descending to the sea.
- A high-speed racing circuit through Monaco’s streets
- History since 1929
- Celebrity yacht parties
- May - the main race of the season
Perfumery traditions
Grasse is the world capital of perfumery, where the art of creating fragrances has been passed down from generation to generation since the 17th century.
- Harvesting jasmine and roses of May
- Tradition since the 17th century
- Three great perfume houses
- International Perfume Museum
Flower Festival in Grasse
Summer festival dedicated to the art of perfumery with parades of floral sculptures and master classes.
- Flower sculptures and parades
- Making your own perfume
- August - annual festival
- Fireworks over the city
Provençal markets
Colorful markets of Nice, Antibes and Saint-Tropez with herbs, olives, lavender and cheeses from the region.
- Cours Saleya in Nice
- Olive oil and tapenade
- Lavender and honey of Provence
- Stuffed vegetables and pissaladière
Gastronomy
Gastronomy of the French Riviera
From salad nicoise to Provence rosés, discover the richness of Mediterranean cuisine
Producers
Producers and workshops
Visit the legendary wineries, perfume factories and ancient olive mills of the Cote d'Azur
Bellet Winery
Château de Crémat
The only winery within Nice’s city limits, producing distinctive Bellet wines from the local Rolle and Braquet grapes.
WhereNice, Bellet hillsExcursionsMon–Sat 10:00–18:00PriceFrom 20€
Perfume Factory
Fragonard Parfumeur
Historical perfumery since 1926, creating fragrances based on traditional recipes from jasmine and rose of May.
WhereGrasseExcursionsDaily 9:00–18:00PriceFrom 15€
Olive Mill
Moulin à Huile d'Opio
Traditional Provençal mill from the 18th century producing AOC extra virgin olive oil.
WhereOpioExcursionsMon–Sat 9:00–17:00PriceFrom 10€
Provence Winery
Domaine Ott
Iconic Provence winery, producer of some of the world's best rosé wines, emblematic of the French Riviera.
WhereLe Cannet des MauresExcursionsBy appointmentPriceFrom 30€
Perfume Workshop
Galimard Parfumeur
Grasse's oldest perfumery (1747), where master classes are held and individual fragrances are created.
WhereGrasseExcursionsDaily 9:00–18:00PriceFrom 25€
Confectionery-museum
Confiserie Florian
A picturesque confectionery on a waterfall, where candied fruits, marmalades and candied flowers are made according to ancient recipes.
WherePont du Loup, GourdonExcursionsDaily 10:00–19:00PriceFrom 8€
What to bring home
What to bring home from the French Riviera
The best souvenirs and gifts to remember your trip along the shining coast
Wine · From €15
Rosé wine Côtes de Provence
Legendary Provence rosé in an elegant bottle with an unmistakable pale hue
Tip: Look for cru classé, the most prestigious wines
Wineries, vinotheques
Perfumery · From €35
Perfumes from Grasse
Exquisite handcrafted scent from the perfume capital of the world - jasmine, rose, lavender
Tip: Join a workshop and create your own fragrance
Fragonard, Galimard, Molinard
Food · From €18
Olive Oil AOC Nice
Premium extra virgin olive oil from local Cailletier olives
Tip: Buy oil from last year’s harvest for maximum freshness
Opio Mill, markets
Crafts · From €25
Provençal textiles
Tablecloths and napkins with traditional Provence motifs - olives, cicadas, lavender
Tip: The finest fabrics feature Valdrôme and Les Olivades prints
Cours Saleya market, workshops
Wine · From €22
Bellet Wine
Rare wine produced within the boundaries of Nice - the only urban appellation in France
Tip: Buy directly at a winery in the Bellet hills
Château de Crémat, Château de Bellet
Food · From €8
Tapenade and anchouade
Olive paste and anchovy paste are classic Provençal appetizers
Tip: Black olive tapenade is the most authentic version
Grocery stalls, markets
Crafts · From €30
Vallauris Pottery
Handmade ceramics from Vallauris, where Picasso worked - bright colors and southern style
Tip: Look for work signed by the maker: it increases in value
Vallauris Workshops
Perfumery · From €6
Lavender soap
Natural soap with Provençal lavender essential oil in beautiful packaging
Tip: An excellent inexpensive gift for friends and colleagues
Markets, souvenir shops
Food · From €10
Confitures and marmalades
Provencal fruit jam - apricot, fig and lavender honey
Tip: Violet marmalade: a distinctive Riviera flavour
Confiserie Florian, markets
Crafts · From €12
Cicada - symbol of Provence
Ceramic or wooden cicada - a traditional symbol of good luck and the sun of Provence
Tip: A cicada makes a charming reminder of the Riviera
Souvenir shops, markets
Wine · From €20
Cassis White Wine
Mineral white wine from Marsanne and Clairette from the vineyards above the sea
Tip: Clos Sainte Magdeleine is the best producer
Cassis Wineries
Perfumery · From €5
Lavender sachet
Fragrant sachet of Provençal lavender - a light souvenir for the aroma of your home
Tip: Ideal for scenting wardrobes and linen
Markets, souvenir shops
Where to stay
Where to stay on the French Riviera
The region's best hotels - from legendary palaces to cozy boutique hotels overlooking the Mediterranean Sea
Palace · Nice, Promenade des Anglais ★★★★★
Hotel Negresco
The legendary Belle-Epoque palace hotel on the Promenade des Anglais with a pink dome and a collection of works of art
- Belle-Epoque Palace
- Michelin starred restaurant
- Art Collection
- Sea view
From 450€4.8 · 1,023 reviews
Palace · Antibes, Cap d’Antibes ★★★★★
Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc
The most prestigious hotel on the Riviera - 9 hectares of pine park, legendary rock pool and celebrity guests
- Rock Pool
- Park 9 hectares
- Celebrity Guests
- Private berth
From 950€4.9 · 856 reviews
Luxury · Èze ★★★★★
Château de la Chèvre d'Or
Castle hotel in the medieval village of Eze with panoramic sea views, terraces and Michelin-starred restaurant
- Medieval village
- Michelin
- Panorama 360°
- Botanical Garden
From 520€4.8 · 634 reviews
Luxury · Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat ★★★★★
Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat
Elegant Four Seasons on a peninsula sanctuary with private beach, spa and cliffside restaurant
- Four Seasons
- Private beach
- Spa on the rocks
- Panorama of the bay
From 780€4.9 · 489 reviews
Seaside · Juan-les-Pins ★★★★★
Hôtel Belles Rives
An Art Deco hotel where F. Scott Fitzgerald lived: a private beach, water skiing and a 1920s atmosphere
- Art Deco
- Fitzgerald
- Private beach
- Water sports
From 380€4.7 · 567 reviews
Boutique · Nice, Castle Hill ★★★★
Hôtel La Pérouse
Cozy boutique hotel at the foot of Castle Hill overlooking the Bay of Angels and a swimming pool in the old town
- Bay view
- Castle Hill
- Central swimming pool
- Old Town
From 240€4.6 ·723 reviews
Boutique · Mougins, Cannes ★★★★★
Le Mas Candille
Provençal mas with olive trees, spa and panorama of the Mougins hills 10 minutes from Cannes
- Provençal mas
- Spa
- Olive Grove
- View of the hills
From 310€4.7 · 389 reviews
Seaside · Ramatuelle, Saint-Tropez ★★★★★
La Réserve Ramatuelle
Ultra-modern spa hotel on a cliff above the sea with a pool with panoramic views and a Michelin star
- World Class Spa
- Sea view
- Michelin Restaurant
- Private beach
From 670€4.8 · 445 reviews
Palace · Monaco ★★★★★
Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo
The legendary palace hotel on Casino Square is a neighbor of the legendary Monte Carlo casino and a symbol of luxury
- Casino Square
- 3 Michelin stars
- Wine cellar 600,000 bottles.
- Thermal Spa
From 600€4.8 · 912 reviews
Route Examples
Route Examples
Ready-made routes for independent travel along the sparkling French Riviera
- Day 1
Nice - the capital of the coast
Arrival in Nice, walk along the Promenade des Anglais, the Old Town with the Cours Saleya market, ascent to Castle Hill.
- Day 2
Monaco and Èze
Prince's Palace in Monaco, Monte Carlo Casino, Oceanographic Museum. End the day in the medieval village of Eze.
- Day 3
Antibes and departure
Visit to ancient Antibes, Picasso Museum in Grimaldi Castle, walk through the port and Fort Carré.
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French Riviera food tourExperiences
Experiences and activities
Choose experiences that will make your trip to the French Riviera unforgettable
Seaside
Yacht trip
Half-day yacht trip along the shores of Cap Ferrat to Monaco with swimming in turquoise bays.
Duration4 hoursPricefrom 150€
Perfumery
Making your own perfume
Master class in the perfumery capital of Grasse - create a personal scent under the guidance of a perfumer.
Duration2.5 hoursPricefrom 80€
Winemaking
Bellet wine tasting
Visiting unique vineyards within the boundaries of Nice - the only urban appellation in France.
Duration3 hoursPricefrom 65€
Gastronomy
Niçoise cooking class
Make salade niçoise and petits farcis with a chef in a traditional Old Nice kitchen.
Duration3 hoursPricefrom 70€
Art
Museums of Nice
Tour of the Matisse and Chagall museums with an art historian - the colors of Matisse and the biblical scenes of Chagall.
Duration3 hoursPricefrom 55€
Seaside
Snorkeling in bays
Snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the Bay of Cagnes-sur-Mer and along the cliffs of Cape d'Antibes.
Duration3 hoursPricefrom 45€
Signature tour
French Riviera food tour
7 days · from €1,100 per day
French Riviera food tour
Provence rosés, Grasse perfumery, bouillabaisse, yachts and medieval villages
Tour programmeFAQ
Frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about French Riviera tours
When is the best time to visit the French Riviera?
The best time is May–June for comfortable weather and September–October for the mild autumn season. Summer is hot in July and August, ideal for a beach holiday. Nice Carnival is in February, Cannes Film Festival in May and the Monaco Grand Prix in late May.
What wines are produced on the Cote d'Azur?
The main wines are the rosés Côtes de Provence and Bandol, the whites Cassis and Bellet (a unique urban appellation of Nice). Rosé wines of Provence are benchmarks, mineral and fruity.
Do I need to book hotels in advance?
Yes, especially during high season (July-August). During festivals and Grand Prix, hotels are filled 6 months in advance. We take care of all bookings.
Is it possible to visit Monaco on your own?
Yes, trains run from Nice to Monaco every 30 minutes, with a 25-minute journey. We also include Monaco in the tour programme with a personal guide.
How to get from Paris to the Cote d'Azur?
The high-speed TGV from Paris to Nice takes 5.5 hours. Nice Airport has direct flights from many European cities. Or use our transfer from any city.
Are tastings and master classes included in the tour price?
Tastings, visits and additional services are agreed when preparing your personal proposal. Accommodation is not included.
Is the tour suitable for families with children?
Yes, the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco, Antibes beaches and snorkeling are great for kids. Guides adapt the program to the interests of the family.
What are the rosé wines of Provence and why are they famous?
Rosé wines of Provence are the standard of world rosé winemaking. Pale color, minerality, aromas of red berries and citrus. The best are Côtes de Provence, Bandol and Cassis.
Is it possible to buy wines and perfumes locally?
Yes, almost every winery and perfume factory sells products at manufacturer prices. We help with selection and organize delivery.
Cancellation Policy?
More than 30 days before: a 100% refund, including the deposit; 15–30 days before: 50% of the amount actually paid; less than 15 days before: no refund. Non-refundable supplier expenses for the order may be deducted. If the organiser cancels, another date or a full refund of the amount paid is offered if the alternatives are unsuitable. Processing takes up to fourteen calendar days after the amount is confirmed. Force majeure terms and the full policy: /refund.
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