The 13 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
From the 8 guides that rank for "best places to visit in french riviera"
Named by 5 of 82. Monaco and Monte CarloA small independent state surrounded by France, usually counted as part of the Riviera.Sights include the Prince's Palace and its changing of the guard, the casino and the Oceanographic Museum.
Named by 5 of 83. EzeA hilltop village with medieval streets and a history of perfume making, about a 20 minute taxi from Nice.A good day trip from Nice or Monaco.
Named by 5 of 84. CannesBest known for the film festival held each May.La Croisette has a sandy beach on one side and hotels and boutiques on the other.
Named by 5 of 85. AntibesA lively marina and an old town with markets, cafes and historic streets.Picasso lived here for a time and a museum shows some of his work.
Named by 4 of 86. Villefranche-sur-MerA harbour town known for colorful houses and seaside restaurants, a few kilometers from Nice.Under 10 minutes by train from Nice, with a small sandy beach that is rare on the Riviera.
Named by 4 of 87. Saint-TropezKnown for beach clubs and late nights.Seen as the epitome of coastal luxury.
Named by 3 of 88. MentonAt the eastern end of the Riviera on the Italian border, only 40 minutes by train from Nice.Less crowded than its neighbours, with beaches and an old town.
Named by 3 of 89. Saint-Jean-Cap-FerratA peninsula with clear water, coastal paths and quiet beaches.Villa Ephrussi and its gardens are the village's best-known attraction.
Named by 2 of 810. GrasseKnown for its perfume heritage.Lavender fields lie around the town.
11. Saint-Paul-de-VenceA medieval village inside ramparts, with cobbled alleys; one author's favourite on the Riviera.
12. La TurbieA village with a wide view of Monaco and the ruins of a Roman monument.
13. Beaulieu-sur-MerA calm, understated town suited to a slower pace, with beaches.Pick a place for live fares. Watch them and we alert you when they drop.
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Travel guides most often name May to June and September as the best time to visit French Riviera.
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