Saint-Raphaël

Tourism and travel guide

Saint-Raphaël is located in the sumptuous setting of the Massif de l’Estérel, in the heart of the very touristic French Riviera. Essentially known for its beaches and water activities, Saint-Raphaël actually has many assets and can seduce many vacationers.

The historic centre has kept its soul, when Saint-Raphaël was just a fishing village. The narrow alleys and shady squares are an invitation to stroll around, with stores, cafés and restaurants with welcoming terraces. You can admire the Basilica of Our Lady of Victory, whose Romano-Byzantine style was in vogue when it was built in the 19th century. History lovers will push open the doors of the Museum of Prehistory and Underwater archeology, which traces the life of the former occupants of the place, from Prehistory to Roman antiquity. Finally, the Bonaparte Garden offers a magnificent view of the sea and the hinterland.

The heritage of Saint-Raphaël will thrill all your senses, with a generous land open to both sea and land. The stalls of the local markets offer a real symphony of colours, smells and flavors, to be enjoyed as an aperitif, lunch or dinner.

Nature lovers will also be in heaven. The Estérel massif, with its red rocks, offers remarkable landscapes. Tracks and marked trails allow you to explore it on foot, by bike or on horseback. The Cap Dramont, the Pic de l’ours, the Cap Roux or the Rocher Saint-Barthélemy are among the must-see around Saint-Raphaël.

Do you have questions about activities and accommodation offers? You can contact the Tourist Office for more information. We also offer on our website a selection of hotels, campsites, bed and breakfast to discover in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur.

In the heart of the French Riviera

With a coastline stretching for 36 kilometers, Saint-Raphaël is a paradise for lovers of the Mediterranean Sea. With 28 beaches with a variety of atmospheres, you will be spoiled for choice.

The city has embarked on a process to certify the quality of its bathing water, with numerous certified beaches: Péguière, Arène Grosse, Dramont, Pourousset, Anthéor… Disabled people will prefer the Escale beach in Agay, which has a Handiplage structure. Numerous nautical activities also await vacationers: sea excursions, pedal boat, kayak, boat, jet-ski or paddle boat hire, scuba diving or snorkelling, towed buoys, water skiing, parasailing…

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Museums and monuments near Saint-Raphaël

The Museums in the Var department come to diversify the tourist offer available in the department. In Saint-Raphael, you can visit:

The Louis De Funès Museum, dedicated to a globally renowned movie star.
The archaeological museum, partly housed in a beautiful Romanesque church, which narrates the lives of the first people who settled in this territory in prehistoric times.
The Maison des Carriers, which depicts the daily lives of artisans and workers who operated the stone quarries.
The Open-Air Museum, where you can admire numerous painted murals in the streets of Saint-Raphael.

The museums and monuments of Fréjus are just a few minutes’ drive from Saint-Raphaël. You can visit the archaeological museum, which displays ancient artifacts discovered during archaeological excavations, the chapel of Notre-Dame-de-Jérusalem, designed by Jean Cocteau, the Local History Museum, showcasing the daily life of the inhabitants in the 19th and 20th centuries, the Roman amphitheater and the Roman theater, and the neoclassical-style Villa Aurélienne.

Practical information

The Saint-Raphael Tourist Office provides a wealth of practical information to help you plan your stay, including tourist activities, monuments, museums, accommodations, and more.

You can contact the Tourist Office online at https://www.saint-raphael.com/en/, or through the following contact details:

Saint-Raphael Tourist Office: 99 Quai Albert 1er, 83700 Saint-Raphael
Agay Tourist Office: Place Giannetti, 83530 Agay
Phone: +33 (0)4 94 19 52 52

Several markets are organized in Saint-Raphael every day throughout the year:

Victor Hugo Square Market: every morning (except Mondays).
Republic Square Market: every morning during the summer season (closed between October and April).
Fish Market: every morning.

Additional markets are also held in various neighborhoods of Saint-Raphael.