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French Riviera Itinerary: Discover Nice, Monaco & the Côte d’Azur
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ExpertThe Monaco cruise is the experience that makes arriving by sea a completely different experience from the Corniche approach. Saint-Paul-de-Vence is the stop most visitors underestimate on the Cannes and Antibes excursion: the Fondation Maeght holds one of the strongest collections of post-war European art in France, set in a Sert-designed garden that is itself worth the detour, and it's consistently the discovery clients come back to. For Nice on your own time, the Cours Saleya market before 9am is the version of the Old Town that rewards early risers; the flower stalls and the socca vendors setting up, and the Baroque facades in morning light, are a street the midday version simply doesn't deliver.
The Monaco cruise is the experience that makes arriving by sea a completely different experience from the Corniche approach. Saint-Paul-de-Vence is the stop most visitors underestimate on the Cannes and Antibes excursion: the Fondation Maeght holds one of the strongest collections of post-war European art in France, set in a Sert-designed garden that is itself worth the detour, and it's consistently the discovery clients come back to. For Nice on your own time, the Cours Saleya market before 9am is the version of the Old Town that rewards early risers; the flower stalls and the socca vendors setting up, and the Baroque facades in morning light, are a street the midday version simply doesn't deliver.
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Art lovers can marvel at the impressive collections housed in the city’s numerous world-class museums including the Matisse Museum, Musée Chagall, the Musée d’Art Moderne et d’Art Contemporain, and the Musée et Site Archeologiques de Cimiez, which includes the ruins of the Gallo-Roman settleNice is a fairly large French city situated on the French Riviera with spectacular Alps-to-Mediterranean surroundings. It is well known for its breathtaking views along the Promenade des Anglais, its famous waterfront, lined with deck chairs, perfect for spending a lazy afternoon in the sun alongside the azure water of the Bay of Angels. ment in Cimiez. Architecture enthusiasts will find plenty to peak their interest in the ocher-tinted streets of the city’s charming Old Town. These narrow, traffic-free alleyways are lined with romantic cafes, picturesque houses and boutiques, as well as the famous flower and fruit market of the Cours Saleya. With its perfect balance of modern sophistication and old-world charm, nice is a popular destination for vacationers both young and old, with something to offer nearly everyone.
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La Perouse Hotel
Hotel La Perouse is located at the foot of the Castle Hill in the heart of Nice. Your room has air conditioning, cable and satellite TV, a minibar, a desk and free Wi-Fi. You can enjoy the fresh flavours of the South of France in the hotel's restaurant "Le Patio". Here you can enjoy delicious Provençal dishes in a charming atmosphere. Refreshment and relaxation are provided by the outdoor pool, sauna and whirlpool. Fitness enthusiasts will enjoy the fitness centre.
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Monaco Cruise
As you arrive in the breathtaking Principality of Monaco, you’re welcomed by a grand and unforgettable panorama. Perched on a dramatic rock overlooking the sea, this independent enclave—entirely surrounded by French territory—offers a captivating blend of historic charm and modern sophistication.
From the timeless elegance of the Prince’s Palace to the glamour of the Monte Carlo Casino, Monaco seamlessly weaves together its royal heritage and cosmopolitan spirit. The Oceanographic Museum invites you to dive into the wonders of the marine world, while the Cathedral stands as a serene testament to the principality’s architectural and cultural legacy. As you wander through the lush Exotic Garden, the sweeping views remind you of the extraordinary beauty that defines this remarkable destination.
Here, the past and present meet in effortless harmony, creating an atmosphere that is both enchanting and unforgettable.
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Five nights based in Nice with the Riviera spreading out in every direction from the door — this is the best way to experience the Côte d'Azur. The Monaco cruise, the Villefranche-sur-Mer excursion, and the Cannes, Antibes, and Saint-Paul-de-Vence full-day tour cover three genuinely different registers of the coast: the principality's glamour, the quieter fishing-village character of the inner bay, and the hilltop artistic heritage of the Alpes-Maritimes interior.
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Saint-Paul-de-Vence is the stop I'd always highlight in that final full-day tour. The medieval village above the Var Valley has been home to artists since the 1920s — Matisse, Léger, Chagall — and the Fondation Maeght on its edge is one of the finest private collections of 20th-century art in Europe. Most Riviera visitors miss it entirely. My go-to recommendation: arrive there in the mid-morning and work backward through the day toward Antibes and Cannes in the afternoon, when the coast road is at its best in the late light.
The Cours Saleya market in Nice's Old Town rewards an early morning before it closes at noon. The flower stalls, the socca vendors, and the produce from the hinterland are the most honest version of what this city is still actually about, away from the promenade and the cruise traffic.
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