Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Tourism

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Carnaval de Nice
Nice Carnival, showtime on the Cote d’Azur!
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Fête du Citron
The Lemon Festival in Menton, your vitamin-packed winter event!
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Top Gardens
Top gardens on the Côte d’Azur

Agenda

The Côte d'Azur

French Riviera
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Where can you enjoy cuisine nissarde?
Nissarde cuisine, imbued with authenticity and sun-drenched flavours, is a real invitation to culinary travel! Originating in Nice, this cuisine has its own recipes that...
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Mascarade: the best spots to follow Nicolas Bedos on the French Riviera
Mascarade, le nouveau film de Nicolas Bedos nous livre une Côte d’Azur plus « bling bling » que jamais sous le signe des paillettes et des trahisons. Au programme, voyage en...
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Discover the coastal gems of the Côte d’Azur
When you set out from the towns which are the cradle of tourism such as Nice, Cannes, Antibes and Saint-Tropez, or on the coastal trail along the banks of the Mediterranean,...
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The Côte d’Azur: When Charles III Visited Nice
In 2018, the King of England Charles III – who was “only” the Prince of Wales at the time – was on an official visit to Nice. His presence in the capital of the...
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Top gardens on the Côte d’Azur
Itching to get out in this lovely sunny weather? We have good news for you, you don’t have to go far! On the Côte-d’Azur, some of the “Jardins Remarquables”...
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City Break on the Côte d’Azur!
Treat yourself to a fabulous weekend city break this spring or autumn in the Côte d’Azur’s sun-kissed towns. The magnificent Mediterranean coast promises a feast...
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Nice Carnival, showtime on the Cote d’Azur!
The “Carnaval de Nice” brings together hundreds of thousands of festival-goers every winter in the capital of the Côte d’Azur. Don’t miss this 2-week,...
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The Lemon Festival in Menton, your vitamin-packed winter event!
This highly original carnival takes place every year in Menton, in the land of lemons under the gentle climate of the Côte d’Azur. Take part in the festivities and wander along...
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Scrumptious gourmet tables and restaurants on the Côte d’Azur
Mediterranean flavours are just as good on the colourful plate of a super gourmet or starred restaurant with a view over the sea as on the sunny table of a typical bistro...
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A nature break on the Côte d’Azur!
Are you pining for fresh air, do you need a rest or just a good opportunity to get together…? Here is a melting pot of the best nature breaks to indulge in on the Côte d’Azur,...
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The Côte d’Azur’s gourmet treats you just have to try!
What’s your favourit on the Côte d’Azur? Sun, turquoise water and sandy beaches?… or sweet and savoury delicacies? There’s a host of different delights here....
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James Bond, a Spy on the Côte d’Azur…
Directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga and starring Daniel Craig in the role of 007, the latest James Bond blockbuster “No Time to Die” recently hit the movie theatres. But...

Must-See

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Cities of the Côte d'Azur
The Alpes-Maritimes department gathers many treasures: sublime landscapes, preserved nature, cultural heritage, etc. In this place, famous in France and in the world, bathed in...
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Vacation in the Côte d’Azur : A Year-Round Escape
From the great outdoors of the Nice countryside to the glitter of the blue coastline, discover the Côte d’Azur to the beat of its dazzling nature and its not-to-miss...
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The beaches of the French Riviera
Imagine a dream beach for your next vacation… Whether you are a fan of large expanses of fine sandy beaches with many activities, or of deserted shores and small coves...
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Urban escapes on the Côte d’Azur
Nice, Menton, Antibes, Cannes and Grasse to name but a few. The Côte d’Azur offers many beautiful towns – and just as many unforgettable experiences. Every urban escapade...
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Mercantour National Natural Park
The Mercantour Natural Park offers a great diversity of landscapes with its grandiose mountains and its strong French Riviera sun.

The Côte d'Azur, nature's side

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Parc de la Valmasque
In the Côte d’Azur region, close to Sophia-Antipolis, the Valmasque departmental park offers the inhabitants of the Côte d’Azur (the French Riviera) and tourists on...
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Lérins Islands
The Lérins islands “Iles de Lérins” face the bay of Cannes, in the Alpes Maritimes department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. The archipelago is made of five...
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The Daluis Gorges
The Daluis Gorges (Gorges du Daluis) is a unique geological site in Europe. Its landscapes are spectacular: red rocks, blue sky anda great vegetation. Classified as a regional...
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Cap Ferrat
The Cap Ferrat is a peninsula on the French Riviera, in the Alpes Maritimes department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. It is attached to the town of Saint Jean...
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Cap d’Antibes peninsula
The Cap d’Antibes (Cape Antibes)  is a peninsula of the town of Antibes, located between Cannes and Nice, in the Alpes Maritimes department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte...
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Valley of Wonders
If the Valley of Wonders owes its name to the thousands of engravings dating back to Prehistory, the majestic beauty of its landscapes could just as well have justified this...

Guided Tours

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Top unexpected guided tours in Nice
We no longer present NICE….its promenade and palaces…. Nice is much more than that. It is a long history which is rooted in the distant Antiquity where it first was...
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Top must-do guided tours in Nice
During your stay on the French Riviera, discover the secrets of history and the heritage of our beautiful and unmissable territory accompanied by guide-lecturers from the...
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Top 5 food and local crafts tours in Nice
During your stay in Nice, follow your guide-lecturer to meet the inhabitants who perpetuate the ancestral traditions of the capital of the French Riviera. Discover and taste...
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Top 10 must-do guided tours in the South region
During your stay in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, discover the history secrets and heritage of our region with the official tour guides from the Ministry of Culture and...

Your Instagram favorites

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Your Instagram pick of the month: Menton
Visiting Menton is a bit like having one foot in Italy and one in France, under the same azure sky and the burning sun of the Côte d’Azur. Art, history and culture all add to...
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Your Instagram pick of the month: Visit Grasse, the jewel of the Côte d’Azur!
The Pays de Grasse is well-known for its bewitching perfumes. But the sensory experience doesn’t end when you visit the Côte d’Azur. Floral bouquets, shades of colours...
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Insta Must – Villefranche-sur-Mer March 2022
Just a few kilometres from the Baie des Anges, Villefranche-sur-Mer is one of the most beautiful natural harbours in the world (yes!). Its Provencal vegetation and...
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Your Instagram pick of the month: Massif de l'Esterel
From Provence to the Mediterranean, there are sounds and smells to remember on the corner of a little street or a path. And eye-catching colours, especially in the Massif de...

Emily in Paris

Shooting locations on the Côte d'Azur

Discover the shooting locations of the Netflix series “Emily in Paris”

Villefranche-sur-Mer
Villefranche-sur-Mer
A maritime town on a privileged site, Villefranche-sur-Mer is one of the main ports on the Côte d’Azur, a major stopover for cruise ships.
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Chapelle Saint Pierre "Cocteau"
The Saint-Pierre chapel in Villefranche-sur-Mer is a sacred place. Decorated outside and inside by Jean Cocteau, including illustrations of the life of the Apostle Peter,...
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Plage de la Paloma
Café Sénéquier
Café Sénéquier
Since 1887, at the front of the harbour, the famous red terrace has been an integral part of the Tropez legend. Vintage decor and Riviera chic atmosphere for this traditional...

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The best places to stay, eat and get away
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All restaurants
Welcome to the Côte d’Azur, a true paradise for food lovers! The Côte d’Azur is packed with exceptional restaurants that will tantalise your taste buds and delight...
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Where can you enjoy cuisine nissarde?
Nissarde cuisine, imbued with authenticity and sun-drenched flavours, is a real invitation to culinary travel! Originating in Nice, this cuisine has its own recipes that...
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Crafts & Shopping
Explore the Côte d’Azur’s authentic art de vivre as you lose yourself in its cobbled streets, where refined craftsmanship and luxury shopping blend harmoniously....
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All accommodation
The Côte d’Azur offers a wide variety of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. From luxury hotels to authentic B&Bs and friendly campsites, everyone can find...
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Cultural and leisure activities
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural mosaic of the Côte d’Azur, where historic heritage meets contemporary creativity. Explore world-renowned museums and vibrant arts...
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Sports activities
The Côte d’Azur offers a dream scene for sports enthusiasts, whether by the sea or in the majestic mountains. From turquoise waters to hiking trails, this dynamic region...
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Well-being
Let yourself be enchanted by an oasis of serenity on the Côte d’Azur, where well-being reigns supreme. Treat yourself to a relaxing getaway in renowned spas, discover...
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