French Riviera Travel Guide

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Follow the world’s billionaires to the French Mediterranean’s eastern coast, which features lavish resort towns, remote island beaches and beautiful sea views.

For centuries, the French Riviera has been a muse for painters and a vacation spot for the world’s wealthiest. It comprises the eastern section of France’s Mediterranean coast, from Toulon to Menton. See its resort villages, islands and an exquisite landscape of the Alps meeting the sea.

Fly into Nice, the region’s largest city and its busiest airport. Stroll along the broad Promenade des Anglais running along the city’s long waterfront. When you’re not spending your hours on Nice’s endless beach, explore the Vieux Nice old town. Here, find fish markets and antique mansions along cobbled streets dating back to the 1700s.

Just east of Nice, the French Alps meet the Mediterranean coast in the rolling hills and cliffs of the Grande Corniche. Drive through the winding roads to Menton or continue on to the sovereign coastal state of Monaco.

Head west to find numerous resort towns, including the most popular, Saint Tropez. Outside the resort hotels and beaches, take a walk on the tree-lined central square of Place des Lices, which was immortalized in the works of many famous impressionist painters.

Several beautiful islands lie just off the coast of the Riviera. Take a boat from Cannes to the Lerins Islands, which feature beaches, forest and an ancient maritime fort. Head farther west along the coast to take a ferry from Hyères to the island of Port Cros to visit its national park. Seeing the bright blue-green color of the bay’s waters is worth the boat ride.

World-class art museums are common across the coast, which has commonly served as a favorite subject for European painters. Matisse often painted the region see many of his Riviera works in Nice’s Musée Matisse. Picasso worked in the French Riviera for some time his works are now on display in the Musée Picasso in Antibes.

Rent a car to navigate between every beach, beach town and island on France’s picturesque Mediterranean coastline.

Where to stay in French Riviera

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Nice City Centre

4.5/5(154 area reviews)

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Nice City Centre. Check out top attractions like Promenade des Anglais and Hôtel Negresco, and jump on the metro at Alsace - Lorraine Tram Station or Massena Tramway Station to see more of the city.

Nice City Centre
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Cannes City Centre

4.5/5(147 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Cannes City Centre. Make a stop by Mace Beach or Le Croisette Casino Barriere de Cannes while you're exploring the area.

Cannes City Centre
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Monte Carlo

4.5/5(66 area reviews)

Monte Carlo is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and casinos. You might want to check out attractions like Circuit de Monaco or Casino Cafe de Paris while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Monte Carlo
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Old Town Nice

5/5(83 area reviews)

Known for its beaches and abundant dining options, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Nice. Top attractions like Promenade des Anglais and Cours Saleya are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Opera - Vieille Ville Tram Station or Cathedral - Vieille Ville Tram Station to see more of the city.

Old Town Nice
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Juan-les-Pins

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Juan-les-Pins is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Juan les Pins Palais des Congres or Juan-les-Pins Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Juan-les-Pins
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Cap-d'Antibes

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

Cap-d'Antibes is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Le Sentier du Littoral, Cap d'Antibes and Garoupe Beach while you're in town.

Cap-d'Antibes
Albert 1'er Hotel Nice, France
Albert 1'er Hotel Nice, France
3 out of 5
4 avenue Max Gallo, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is ₹13,631 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹13,631
per night
12 May - 13 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great area to stay- great transport links & walkable. Friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Albert 1'er Hotel Nice, France
Mercure Nice Promenade Des Anglais
Mercure Nice Promenade Des Anglais
4 out of 5
2 Rue Halevy, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is ₹20,058 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
₹20,058
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (993 reviews)
"Rien"

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Mercure Nice Promenade Des Anglais
Le Meridien Nice
Le Meridien Nice
4 out of 5
1 Promenade Des Anglais, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹35,399 per night from 18 May to 19 May
₹35,399
per night
18 May - 19 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (430 reviews)
"Le Meridien is the perfect spot to stay in! It's location is near all the major attractions in Nice (Old Nice, Place Massena, the Beach front, etc.) It's also near a lot of delicious restaurants. Transportation is also really easy to access near the hotel. In addition, the staff were all kind and ..."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Le Meridien Nice
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nemea Appart Hotel Green Side Biot Sophia Antipolis
Nemea Appart Hotel Green Side Biot Sophia Antipolis
3 out of 5
45 Rue Henri Poincare - Accès 17, (Avenue Roumanille), Biot, Alpes-Maritimes
Stay at this 3-star golf residence in Biot. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Marineland Antibes and Juan-les-Pins Beach are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (365 reviews)
"The pool and sauna hours for the hotel were relatively long so that was helpful because after a day out, you can use them. The sauna was well maintained and even included a shower. The hotel staff were helpful but had very short working hours so always had to wait full day to ask a question if anything ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2023

Nemea Appart Hotel Green Side Biot Sophia Antipolis
Aparthotel Adagio Nice Promenade des Anglais
Aparthotel Adagio Nice Promenade des Anglais
4 out of 5
179 Promenade Des Anglais, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge).
7.8/10 Good! (617 reviews)
"Just returned from a 4 night stay - family of 5. Spacious apartment well equipped with lovely sea views. Lovely staff on reception desk made us feel very welcome and very helpful. Arrived 11 am and was able to leave luggage in storage so able to make the most of our first day. Fantastic location ..."

Reviewed on 7 Apr 2024

Aparthotel Adagio Nice Promenade des Anglais
Goldstar Suites Nice
Goldstar Suites Nice
4 out of 5
45 rue Maréchal Joffre, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (994 reviews)
"We loved the location and the quiet. We were three so the suite style set up gave us much needed room-with a wonderfully spacious bathroom! The only thing we missed was no restaurant for early coffee or breakfast/just a coffee machine in the lobby.They did not have updated coffee machines in the ..."

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2024

Goldstar Suites Nice
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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