The nicest day trips in South France

South France is a wonderful place for a sun holiday. The climate is pleasant almost all year round. Only in winter can the mistral sometimes raise its head. The Côte d’Azur is therefore very suitable for sun, sea, and beach lovers from May to October, but also for active water sports enthusiasts and golfers. The nature in South France is very varied and with cities like Nice and Cannes, culture lovers also get their fill! The Côte d’Azur offers something for everyone.

If you don't want to spend the whole holiday on the beach but also want to discover and actively experience the most beautiful spots of the Côte d’Azur, we are happy to give you some nice tips in advance. On this page, you will find our favorite day trips in South France. They contain all of the above elements: culture, nature, sport, and relaxation.

Check out our favorite day trips:

Day Trip 1: The Market of Saint Tropez

A holiday on the Cote d’Azur is not complete without a visit to Saint-Tropez...

Day Trip 2: Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild

Visit the Rothschild Villa and Gardens about a 30-minute drive from Nice.

Day Trip 3: Day Trip The Calanques

A must: combine a walk with the boat trip ‘9 Calanques’

Day Trip 4: City Trip Nice

Experience the atmosphere in 'Le Vieux Nice' and shop on the Promenade des Anglais.

Day trip 5: By train from Fréjus to Monaco.

Also fun to do with children!

Day Trip 6: Car Trip along the Corniche

Discover the Corniche between Menton and Nice by car. Beautiful roads with lovely views!

Day Trip 7: Perfume Capital Grasse

Visit the International Perfume Museum. Children? Combine with Climbing Park Riviera Nature Parcours Adventure.

Rent a villa on the Cote d'Azur through Villasud

VillaSud offers a wide range of villas and luxury holiday homes on the Côte d’Azur, the Vaucluse, and in the Provence. Along the coast of the Cote d'Azur, we rent luxury holiday homes in Nice and Cannes up to Sainte Maxime and Saint Tropez.

All our holiday homes have their own swimming pool, most of which are also wonderfully heated. Are you going on holiday with children? Then look for a holiday home with a lockable pool. Fully enjoy the privacy of your villa with a pool in Southern France. Do you love luxury and is only the best good enough? Then discover our selection of special luxury 5-star villas on the Côte d’Azur; from a modern high-tech villa with a beautiful sea view to a spacious family villa within walking distance of the beach. The local villa management offers you optional extra services. Think, for example, of a well-stocked fridge upon arrival.