What to do in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

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Monaco showing a coastal town and a marina
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Nice which includes a sandy beach and a coastal town as well as a large group of people
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1. Promenade des Anglais

The Promenade Des Anglais is a lively walkway that runs along Nice’s azure coastline. The three-mile (five-kilometer) stretch of pavement is lined with blue and white umbrellas, pebbled beaches and blue sea on one side. Cafés, restaurants and up-market hotels line the other side, separated by a busy road.
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Nice showing general coastal views and a pebble beach

2. Circuit de Monaco

Watch from the sidelines as professional drivers race around the Monte Carlo Formula One Track, the route that some call the world’s most difficult grand prix. The twisting streets of Monaco are tricky for the drivers, but undeniably thrilling for the viewers. Visit when the Grand Prix is not running and follow the course through town to see some of the principality’s most recognizable sights.
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The glamour of Monte Carlo taken by Jay H Ditz

3. Casino Monte Carlo

Admire the Belle Époque grandeur of Casino Monte-Carlo during a morning tour through its marbled halls. Spend an evening playing at one of its many gambling tables. The elegant venue and smartly dressed patrons make this a popular destination for people looking for a gambling experience of the highest class. The famous casino attracts more than gamblers; it’s also popular among lovers of the arts who come to see ballet, opera and classical music in the Salle Garnier concert hall.
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Casino Monte Carlo showing a fountain and heritage architecture

4. Promenade de la Croisette

La Croisette is a gorgeous seaside boulevard lined with palm trees, luxurious hotels and the most fashionable restaurants and bars in the city. This 1.2-mile (2-kilometer) boardwalk is where the big names of the movie industry come to be seen during the Cannes Film Festival.
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La Croisette which includes a hotel

5. Place Massena

Place Massena is the main square in Nice. The large plaza lies between the Old and New Towns, and is lined with shops and restaurants. It sits at a crossroads of several main boulevards, including the grand Avenue Jean Médecin. Locals flock here on their way to school and work. Stop for a coffee at one of the cafés dotted around the edge of the square and take in the action. The tramway runs through the center of the plaza, but otherwise it’s pedestrian only.
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What to do in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Popular places to visit

Nice showing general coastal views and a pebble beach

Promenade des Anglais

Stroll the promenade day or night for views across the Bay of Angels, and access to Nice’s best beaches.

Promenade des Anglais
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Velodrome Stadium

Catch an event at Velodrome Stadium during your trip to Marseille. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

Velodrome Stadium
La Croisette which includes a hotel

Promenade de la Croisette

Stroll along one of the most famous sidewalks in France, a chic boulevard that is synonymous with the glamor and exhilarating buzz of Cannes.

Promenade de la Croisette
Place Massena showing a statue or sculpture

Place Massena

Nice’s main square offers opportunities for shopping, delightful cafés dotted around the edge and some of the best people-watching in the city.

Place Massena
A view of the yacht marina at the port of Nice on the Cote d'Azur, the French Riviera, France. Image shot 2004. Exact date unknown.

Port of Nice

Explore the waterfront in Nice with a trip to Port of Nice. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Port of Nice
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Giens Peninsula

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Giens Peninsula during your travels in Hyères. Wander the beaches and waterfront in the area.

Giens Peninsula
aerial view along Pampelonne Beach landscape to Saint-Tropez - located at coastline of Ramatuelle, Côte d’Azur, France - with people on the beach in water, green wooded hilly landscape in background

Pampelonne Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Pampelonne Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Ramatuelle. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Pampelonne Beach
The town, harbor at Marseilles, France

Grand Port Maritime de Marseille

Explore the waterfront in Marseille with a trip to Grand Port Maritime de Marseille. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Grand Port Maritime de Marseille
Juan-les-Pins Beach

Juan-les-Pins Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Juan-les-Pins Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Juan-les-Pins. Stroll along the seaside in this trendy area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Juan-les-Pins Beach

Explore areas of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Basilique Notre Dame which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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
Nice Cathedral showing a city and outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Old Town Nice

5/5(83 area reviews)

Food markets, tiny streets and packed cafés make up Nice’s picturesque old town.

Old Town Nice
Forville Provencal Food Market showing street scenes as well as an individual femail

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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Est

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Est, you might make a stop by sights like La Torse and Parc de la Torse.

Est
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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
Vieux Port featuring street scenes, a city and central business district

Old Port of Marseille

Eat fresh local produce, gaze across the city to the sea and learn about the local heritage in the historic heart of Marseille, one of France’s oldest harbours.

Old Port of Marseille