Sights

At Galimard perfume House you can take a tour and a perfume course as well. Galimard is outside the Centre of Grasse and is easily accessible by car.

In this perfume house you can get a tour explaining in English and French how to make perfume. Of course, you can also buy the perfume and soap of this perfume house. In addition, they also have plenty of other nice presents!

A visit to this beautiful villa is truly a must if you are near Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. The pink villa was built in 1905 by Barones De Rothschild. The villa, the interior of the villa and the gardens with many fountains and palm trees are breathtak...

From this fortress built in the 16th century, you have a great view of the Mediterranean. During the French Revolution, Napoleon captured a short period of time in this fortress. You can visit the fort for a small fee, there is a guide who speaks ...

The only working mill in Nice where you can see how olive oil is made. Opening hours: from 9h00 to 12h30 and from 14h00 to 18h00, closed at weekends.

This Russian church in Nice is the second oldest Russian orthodox church in Western Europe. The church was built in 1912 and is perhaps also the largest Russian orthodox building outside of Russia. Inside as breathtakingly beautiful as the outside...

This palace is one of the largest and most luxurious buildings in the region. The palace was built in baroque style in the 17th century for the noble Lascaris-Ventimiglia cousins. It has a large collection (500 pieces) of old instruments. The muse...

Confiserie Florian in Vieux Nice is open every day of the year from 9 am to 12 pm and from 2 pm to 6:30 pm. You will get a free tour where you can see how to make candy, chocolates and / or jam of flowers and fruit. After the tour you (of course) ...

A villa built in the early 1900s by the French archaeologist Theodore Reinach and his wife Fanny Kann, a daughter of the Ephrussi family. This family later built villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in Cap Ferrat. Villa Kerylos is characterized by mosaic ...

This fort has been used long as a state prison. In 1687, "the man with the iron mask" should have been captured here. The identity of this legend was never obsolete. The fort houses the Musée de la Mer. During the high season, both the fort and th...

This small but beautiful Cathedral is located next to the Picasso museum. Worth a visit before or after visiting the Picasso museum. Also nice to cool of during a walk in the old Antibes!

This permanent work of art was installed by artist Jaume Plensa in 2010. The nomad, made of countless white letters, overlooks the Mediterranean Sea near the port of Antibes. A nice place to go with kids; they will be happy to climb in this constr...

On top of a hill of 325m high, you'll find the moulins of Paillas. You can go there either on foot or by car. If you want to drive by car, drive through the center of Ramatuelle, take Rue de la Mairie and follow direction Gasssin. This road takes ...

Probably the most beautiful castle in the Var! This castle from the 11th century was fully restored in the 17th century. Architect le Notre, who also designed the gardens of Versailles, also designed the garden for this castle. The castle is priva...

If you are in Draguignan, do not forget to visit the Tour de l'Horloge! This tower offers you a beautiful view over Draguignan and the surrounding Provencal landscape after you have completely climbed it. The tower was built in 1662 and was a symb...

In the heart of the VAR department, between Flayosc and Draguignan, this mill is still in operation. They specialize in the production and sale of (extra-quartz) olive oil. The mill has been served since 1936, from father to son, by the Rovera fa...

These dolmen are the biggest hunebed of the Provence. It consists of three vertical plates of 2.20-2.40 meters, which support a vertical plate of about one meter length. The weight is about 60 tonnes.

This abbey is located 4 kilometers from the village of Le Thoronet and 22 kilometers from Draguignan. The abbey was founded in 1146 by monks of the Notre-Dame-de-Florièges Monastery, which was near Tourtour. The abbey with adjacent cloister is con...

The route des Crêtes is located on the cliffs of Cap Canaille and connects Cassis with La Ciotat. It is an impressive road along the cliffs of Soubeyrannes. There are several options for parking to walk across the cliffs and enjoy the breathtaking...

In this cathedral, built in the period 1875 - 1911, Prince Rainier Princess Gracia was married. Like many other Grimaldi's, they have now found their last resting place here.

The world famous casino for the rich and the famous! The building in neo baroque style is beautiful both inside and outside. The casino is surrounded by gardens and from the terrace you have a view to Italy. Also fun for car lovers because of the ...

It's a whole climb to this basilica, but it's really worth it! From the square to the church you have a beautiful view over Menton. The 16th century baroque church is the most beautiful in the area. If you walk further up you can reach a cemetery ...

Not something you think about during your vacation, but worth it, this the Menton cemetery. The cemetery is even higher than the Basilique of Menton. The view you have over the city, the sea and coast of Italy at Cap Martin is breathtaking. The gr...

A not to be missed street if you are in Menton. Rue Longue, the oldest street of Menton, is the backbone of the city and was built around 1250. The whole center is built around this 270 meter long street. Here you experience the old Menton! Colorf...

The Promenade La Croisette is one of the famous boulevards in the world with beautiful flowers and palm trees. Follow the promenade and walk along the Palais des Festivals and the luxury boutiques of fashion designers towards the famous Carlton Ho...

The Saint Sauveur Cathedral is a Roman Catholic Cathedral. The Cathedral has characteristics of both Romanesque and Gothic styles, due to the various alterations through the years. Like many cathedrals it's also quite dark and gloomy, but definite...

Pavillon de Vendôme is a former hotel (17th century). You can find many portraits of the seventeenth and eighteenth century as well as Provencal furniture. Since 1990, there are also exhibitions of modern and contemporary art. There is a beautiful...

On May 6th, 2015, Caumont Centre d'Art opened its doors: a new fully restored art centre located in the former Hôtel de Caumont. Enjoy the various exhibitions. There is a restaurant/café with a beautiful garden where you can sit down in peace, so...

This bastide was purchased in 1859 by the father of Paul Cézanne. The bastide remained in the family until 1899. During those 40 years, Paul Cézanne has been greatly inspired for his paintings. In the bastide, he painted his first major work: dire...

This 18th-century square has so much charm! Surrounded by elegant Baroque and rococo buildings, the square was built in 1745 and designed in the style of the Royal squares in Paris for the Marquis d'Albertas. The square features a simple fountain ...

This is the famous main street of Aix and one of the liveliest streets of the city. Surrounded by old plane trees the Cours Mirabeau is the heart of the city, with many cafés, restaurants and boutiques. This bustling boulevard is the perfect place...

For the best views of Nice and surroundings go to La Colline du Château! After you have taken the stairs (over 200 steps) you have a spectacular view of the old city of Nice, the harbour, the promenade des Anglais and Baie des Anges. You can take ...

Located west of Cannes. The chateau is open daily and is also used for exhibitions. In 1918 it was purchased by the couple Henry and Marie by Clews (sculptor and architect). They have restored the castle in a strongly influenced by the art nouveau...

The Château d'If is a fortress (later a prison) located on the island of If, the smallest island in the Mediterranean Sea about 1.5 kilometres offshore in the Bay of Marseille. It's open for public and it can be reached by navette (Frioul If Expre...

This Cathedral was built in the period from 1852 to 1896 and located in an area where already since the 5th century churches were built. The first stone was laid by Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte. The remnants of the old churches in Vieille Major are st...

You will never forget a walk in Le Colorado Provençal! In this beautiful area you can enjoy walks in pine forests with countless bright yellow and sometimes vermilion red rocks, a beautiful colour contrast! This unique and protected area created b...

If you're interested in the industrial history of ochre and the change of the landscape of Roussillon, we recommend you to visit Ôkhra. This 'conservatoire' is located in the former ochre factory and is an interesting museum for young and old!

Saint-Tropez is an absolute must during a holiday at the Côte d'Azur. You can go by car, but in high season we advise you to go by boat. You can park your car at the port Port Grimaud in Sainte-Maxime and from there you take the ferry to Saint-Tro...

Enjoy an evening of music at the Château de Lourmarin and take the opportunity to visit the village, listed as one of the most beautiful in France. This festival is held in the relative intimacy of the château, and also outside on the terraces wit...

Looking for true peace? On the island of Île Saint-Honorat for Cannes you only hear the sea and the wind (and maybe the seagulls). Since the 5th century, the island has a monk community, visiting the beautiful Lérins abbey is very worthwhile. Acce...

The Palais des Papes in Avignon is now one of France's most visited attractions. The palace in the center of Avignon was built between 1309 and 1377 to accommodate the popes and is beautiful to see.

Of course we all know the song "Sur Le Pont D'Avignon". Today only half a bridge has been preserved, but the view from the famous medieval bridge on Avignon is still as beautiful. You can see the bridge with an audio tour. The entrance tickets are...

At Galimard perfume House you can take a tour or join a workshop 7 days a week. Galimard is outside the Centre of Grasse and is easily accessible by car.