Hyères-les-Palmiers is a particularly famous tourist destination on the Côte d’Azur. Rich in a past several thousand years old, Hyères has been recognised as a City of Art and History for the quality of its heritage. The historic centre, with its lively squares and streets, its stores and restaurants, seduces by its authenticity: you are visiting a town of more than 50,000 inhabitants that has managed to preserve a strong Provencal authenticity and a village soul.
Nature is very present here, with a remarkable coastline and islands classified and protected as part of the Port-Cros National Park. vacationers come to Hyères to enjoy its beaches and the many water sports available, but also for the beauty of its landscapes and the charm of the hinterland.
Culture is also very present in the city. The Museum of Cultures and Landscape, inaugurated in 2020, hosts remarkable collections around art and culture, ephemeral exhibitions and cultural events. The Castel Sainte Claire, built in the 19th century in a neo-Medieval style, is surrounded by a remarkable landscaped park. You can also admire in Hyères the facades of the Villa Mauresque, whose gardens were visited by Queen Victoria in 1892. The special charm of this area of paradise has also inspired many artists : Francis Poulenc, Man Ray, Salvador Dali or Pablo Picasso have come to draw inspiration from the blue sky or the Mediterranean Sea, have come to lose themselves in its alleys to better find their way.
This Provençal city is also famous for its gastronomy. It hosts several markets that give pride of place to the flavors and scents of Provence: olives, cheese, spices, dried tomatoes …
Would you like to visit Hyères? You can get in touch with the Tourist Office to discover many ideas for activities and tourist attractions.
