Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Local Expert: Find Things To Do in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

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Things to do

From Nice: Eze, Monaco, & Monte-Carlo Half-Day Trip

€45

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

Marseille: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

€23

per adult

Ticket to Musée National du Sport

€8

per adult

Le Grau-du-Roi: Sunset Aperitif Evening with Cocktails & Petit Fours

Le Grau-du-Roi: Evening aperitif with cocktails & petit fours at sunset

€43

per adult

Discovery Navigation in La Grande Motte

€26

per adult

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1. Promenade des Anglais

The Promenade Des Anglais is a lively walkway that runs along Nice’s azure coastline. The three-mile (five-kilometer) stretch of pavement is lined with blue and white umbrellas, pebbled beaches and blue sea on one side. Cafés, restaurants and up-market hotels line the other side, separated by a busy road.

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2. Promenade de la Croisette

La Croisette is a gorgeous seaside boulevard lined with palm trees, luxurious hotels and the most fashionable restaurants and bars in the city. This 1.2-mile (2-kilometer) boardwalk is where the big names of the movie industry come to be seen during the Cannes Film Festival.

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3. Circuit de Monaco

Watch from the sidelines as professional drivers race around the Monte Carlo Formula One Track, the route that some call the world’s most difficult grand prix. The twisting streets of Monaco are tricky for the drivers, but undeniably thrilling for the viewers. Visit when the Grand Prix is not running and follow the course through town to see some of the principality’s most recognizable sights.

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4. Place Massena

Place Massena is the main square in Nice. The large plaza lies between the Old and New Towns, and is lined with shops and restaurants. It sits at a crossroads of several main boulevards, including the grand Avenue Jean Médecin. Locals flock here on their way to school and work. Stop for a coffee at one of the cafés dotted around the edge of the square and take in the action. The tramway runs through the center of the plaza, but otherwise it’s pedestrian only.

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5. Casino Monte Carlo

Admire the Belle Époque grandeur of Casino Monte-Carlo during a morning tour through its marbled halls. Spend an evening playing at one of its many gambling tables. The elegant venue and smartly dressed patrons make this a popular destination for people looking for a gambling experience of the highest class. The famous casino attracts more than gamblers; it’s also popular among lovers of the arts who come to see ballet, opera and classical music in the Salle Garnier concert hall.

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What to do in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

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Promenade des Anglais

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Stroll the promenade day or night for views across the Bay of Angels, and access to Nice’s best beaches.

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Where to stay in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Find the best Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Nice City Centre

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Nice City Centre. Check out top attractions like Promenade des Anglais and Hôtel Negresco, and jump on the metro at Alsace - Lorraine Tram Station or Massena Tramway Station to see more of the city.

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Old Town Nice

Known for its beaches and abundant dining options, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Nice. Top attractions like Promenade des Anglais and Cours Saleya are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Opera - Vieille Ville Tram Station or Cathedral - Vieille Ville Tram Station to see more of the city.

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Cannes City Centre

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Cannes City Centre. Make a stop by Mace Beach or Le Croisette Casino Barriere de Cannes while you're exploring the area.

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Old Port of Marseille

Old Port of Marseille is highly notable for its captivating waterfront views, and you might want to visit top sights like Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations and Le Panier. See more of Marseille by jumping on the metro at Vieux-Port Station or Joliette Station.