Beach

Many tourists travel to Nice to enjoy its warm weather and the beautiful long beaches. Not one, but 30 amazing beaches stretch as far as the eye can see. Along the beaches, you'll find the city's famous Promenade des Anglais, lined with cafés, restaurants, and hotels. Some of the notable beaches in Nice are Plage Beau Rivage, the private Le Sporting beach, and Ruhl Plage.

• Address:

  Promenade des Anglais, Nice

Citadelle Saint-Tropez

The Citadelle Saint-Tropez is a historic fortress in the charming town of Saint-Tropez. Dating back to the 17th century, this impressive structure boasts stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and the town below. Visitors can explore the various rooms and exhibits within the fortress, including a maritime museum and a collection of contemporary art. The citadel also houses a charming botanical garden, filled with exotic plants and trees.

• Address:

  Citadelle, Saint-Tropez

Cours Saleya

Cours Saleya is a vibrant pedestrian square in the heart of Nice's old town. The square, which is lined with restaurants, cafes and shops, is particularly known for its daily market offering fresh produce, flowers and local artisanal goods. The market has been held here since the 18th century. The square's lively atmosphere, picturesque surroundings and cultural attractions make it a must-visit destination in Nice.

• Address:

  Cours Saleya, Nice

• More info:

  The Cours Saleya antiques and flea market takes place every Monday. From June to September, you can browse the evening crafts market (marché artisanal nocturne).

French Riviera Day Trip with Monaco & Cannes from Nice

Explore the south of France's playground of the rich and famous on this day trip to Cannes & Monaco from Nice. Prepare yourself to feel like a movie star as you tour the Côte d'Azur's elegant coastal towns like Cannes, Èze, and Juan-les-Pins, as well as the glamorous city-state of Monaco.

Lérins Islands

The islands of L’île Sainte-Marguerite and L’île Saint-Honorat are two beautiful getaways from the city of Cannes. Just a boat ride away from the harbour, behind the palatial cinema, you can travel to these islands which are fifteen and thirty minutes respectively away from Cannes. L’île Sainte-Marguerite used to be a prison island, where a mysterious, masked prisoner was held in the 17th-century. The peaceful, flower-decked island of Saint-Honorat houses a monastery.

• Address:

  Îles de Lérins, Cannes

Marc Chagall National Museum

The Belarusian-born master painter, Marc Chagall, is one of the Riviera’s many adopted children. The museum was built in consultation with the artistic genius himself, on the theme of Biblical art. The museum has regularly recurring exhibitions of Jewish art.

• Web:

  musees-nationaux-alpesmaritimes.fr/chagall

• Address:

  Musée National Marc-Chagall, Avenue Docteur Ménard, Nice

• Phone:

  +33 493 5387 20