Welcome to one of the most popular holiday destinations in France. A place where the luxury and beauty of the area in which it is located is the attraction of many famous personalities of the jet set.
In any case, even if you don't want to stay in the most exclusive areas of the Côte d'Azur, you will find a place where you can enjoy one of the world's capitals of tourism and in fact, known as the French Riviera.
The Côte d'Azur is well known especially in the world of cinema, as this is where the famous Cannes Film Festival is held every year, but although it takes all the limelight along with Saint Tropez, Cannes or Nice, it is not the only thing this area has to offer the traveller.
You can't say you know the essence of France if you haven't visited the Côte d'Azur. Do you want to know which are the places you can't miss? Well, we're going to give you a complete tour of these unmissable places.
For those who want to make the most of the most crowded part, especially in summer, we start our route in Saint-Tropez, one of the best-known towns that combines the beaches and the harbour area with the largest crowds of people. It is one of the favourite destinations for the jet set. But if you wander through its narrow streets you will be able to find a little more calm, the citadel and the Place des Lices.
Another touristic hotspot is undoubtedly Cannes, which fills up with lights and flashes during the Cannes Film Festival. On the Boulevard de la Croissete you can take a pleasant stroll overlooking the sea or visit the medieval heritage that exists in Suquet, while the Tour Carrée offers the perfect picture of the entire coastline.
Nice is a lively city, in fact, it is the largest city on the Côte d'Azur. In Nice you will be able to enjoy its famous Carnival which takes place in February, or a stroll along the Boulevard Jean Médecin.
Other well-known spots are Saint Jean Cap Ferrat, Juan les Pins and Antibes, where you can enjoy a swim in its beaches and relax.
There are also islands, namely the three that make up the Hyères islands of Porquerolles, Port Cros and Levant.
However, there are bound to be times when you fancy a little more peace and quiet, and heading inland to the Côte d'Azur you'll find charming villages just a few minutes from the beach.
Mougins and Saint-Pau-de-Vence are villages where you can enjoy their medieval essence, cobbled streets leading to the highest points that will give you the best views. Vence, known as the City of Arts, is also worth mentioning because of the presence of some of the most important painters in history, such as Matisse.
As for gastronomy, the wines of the Côte d'Azur are exquisite, especially those from Ramatuelle, whose views are tinged with vineyards and cellars. These wines can accompany dishes such as bouillabaisse or soupe au pistou soups. You will also love the traditional tapenade sauce from here.
Enjoy the Côte d'Azur!
