The Top 5 by town in the coastal area
1 May 2023
What to do, what to see this summer in the Nice Côte d’Azur area?
Discover the best of Nice – Eze – Beaulieu-sur-Mer – Cagnes-sur-Mer – Cap d’Ail – Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat – Saint-Laurent-du-Var – Villefranche-sur-Mer
Towns and villages in the coastal area
Nice
- Climb to the top of the Castle Hill and enjoy an exceptional panorama.
- Relax in the sun on one of the many public or private beaches and “take a dip” in the deep blue sea.
- Stroll through one of the most beautiful markets in France and treat yourself to a load of flowers.
- Taste the famous pan bagnat and other specialities from Nice.
- Get the French Riviera Pass (24h, 48h or 72h) to enjoy the best of Nice and its region.
Èze
- Stroll in the medieval village.
- Observe the sunset at the Fort de la Revère.
- Take a break on one of the terraces of a luxury hotel.
- Take a hike and enjoy the view.
- Visit the Exotic Garden.
Beaulieu-sur-Mer
- Treat yourself to a private 100% Zen and 100% solar coastal boat-trip.
- Visit Villa Kérylos, a Greek villa from the Belle Epoque period.
- Go shopping and a make a gourmet stopover in a privileged place.
- Follow in the footsteps of a prestigious past and a unique architectural heritage.
- Dive into the world of gambling and its beautiful setting.
Cagnes-sur-Mer
- Enjoy a 360° view of the Côte d’Azur from the tower of the Château-Musée Grimaldi du Haut-de-Cagnes.
- Get drunk from a sea ride in the bay of Cros-de-Cagnes aboard a Speed Boat.
- Let yourself be surprised by the unexpected garden and the contemporary art course of Polygone Riviera.
- Fall under the spell of the gardens of the Renoir Museum in the shade of centuries-old olive trees.
- Hesitate between a siesta on the beach or one of the many water activities on offer.
Cap d’Ail
- Stroll along the coastal path and admire the “Belle Epoque” villas.
- Swim in the turquoise waters of the Mala River.
- Climb “la tête de chien” and enjoy a superb panoramic view.
- Discover the history of Cap d’Ail at the Villa Les Camélias.
- Go kayaking.
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
- Stroll through the streets of the village and on the quays of the port.
- Discover Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat “sea side” by boat, paddle or kayak.
- Walk along the coastal paths and, at the bend in a cove, dive into the crystal-clear waters.
- Discover the wonders of the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and escape into its magnificent gardens.
- Laze in the sun on the terrace or on a deckchair, with the sea as the only horizon…
Saint-Laurent-du-Var
- Walk along the Var river through the Departmental Park of the Rives du Var and then along the seaside to the large marina.
- Enjoy the joys of the beach and water activities.
- Enjoy the thrill of hoverboarding or have fun on the aquatic course.
- Stroll along one of the large seafront terraces and go shopping at Cap 3000
- Follow an unusual walk in the old village thanks to a signposted route, connected and accessible to all.
Villefranche-sur-Mer
- Admire the most beautiful harbour and practice a nautical activity.
- Walk around the old town.
- Visit the citadel and its museums.
- Going round the Chemin de Ronde.
- Visit the Cocteau Chapel Saint-Pierre.
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Here are, in my opinion, the best things to do and see on the Nice Côte d’Azur coastline! Enjoy your stay!