©

Plage Notre-Dame sur l'île de Porquerolles dans le Parc national de Port-Cros

|

C.Boyadjian

7 movies filmed in the Sud and selected at the Festival de Cannes 2026

Read more
©

Villa Ephrussi De Rothschild

|

Pascvii

UNESCO World Heritage Sites on the Côte d’Azur
Read more
©

CelindanoA

Top gardens on the Côte d’Azur
Read more
©

Voyage En Train Azur

Sud Azur Explore Pass
Explore the Côte d'Azur at a friendly price!
©

Ville Antibes -Juan les Pins

Côte d'Azur coast
Discover the coastal gems of the Côte d’Azur

Agenda

The Côte d'Azur

French Riviera
Enjoy a committed festival in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur this summer
A minimal carbon footprint, special care for people with challenges and a pledge to fight sexual and sexist violence… An increasing number of festivals in Provence-Alpes-Côte...
The Sud region and jazz, a lasting love story
At the end of the 1940s, American jazzmen discovered the Côte d’Azur and never went home. Every summer, from Juan-les-Pins to and from Ramatuelle to Marseille, the Sud region...
Grasse and its perfumes
Smells have a power of persuasion stronger than that of words, appearances, emotions, or will. The persuasive power of an odour cannot be fended off, it enters into us like...
In the wings of the Nice Carnival
The Côte d’Azur’s flagship event, famed throughout the world, the Nice Carnival takes many months of upstream preparation and hard work. Before, during and after the...
Where can you enjoy cuisine nissarde?
Nissarde cuisine, imbued with authenticity and sun-drenched flavours, is a real invitation to culinary travel! Originating in Nice, this cuisine has its own recipes that...
Mascarade: the best spots to follow Nicolas Bedos on the French Riviera
Mascarade, le nouveau film de Nicolas Bedos nous livre une Côte d’Azur plus « bling bling » que jamais sous le signe des paillettes et des trahisons. Au programme, voyage en...
Côte d'Azur coast
When you set out from the towns which are the cradle of tourism such as Nice, Cannes, Antibes and Saint-Tropez, or on the coastal trail along the banks of the Mediterranean,...
The Côte d’Azur: When Charles III Visited Nice
In 2018, the King of England Charles III – who was “only” the Prince of Wales at the time – was on an official visit to Nice. His presence in the capital of the...
Top gardens on the Côte d’Azur
Itching to get out in this lovely sunny weather? We have good news for you, you don’t have to go far! On the Côte-d’Azur, some of the “Jardins Remarquables”...
City Break on the Côte d’Azur!
Treat yourself to a fabulous weekend city break this spring or autumn in the Côte d’Azur’s sun-kissed towns. The magnificent Mediterranean coast promises a feast...
The Lemon Festival in Menton, your vitamin-packed winter event!
This highly original carnival takes place every year in Menton, in the land of lemons under the gentle climate of the Côte d’Azur. Take part in the festivities and wander along...
Scrumptious gourmet tables and restaurants on the Côte d’Azur
Mediterranean flavours are just as good on the colourful plate of a super gourmet or starred restaurant with a view over the sea as on the sunny table of a typical bistro...

Must-See

Cities of the Côte d'Azur
The Alpes-Maritimes department gathers many treasures: sublime landscapes, preserved nature, cultural heritage, etc. In this place, famous in France and in the world, bathed in...
Vacation in the Côte d’Azur : A Year-Round Escape
From the great outdoors of the Nice countryside to the glitter of the blue coastline, discover the Côte d’Azur to the beat of its dazzling nature and its not-to-miss...
The beaches of the French Riviera
Imagine a dream beach for your next vacation… Whether you are a fan of large expanses of fine sandy beaches with many activities, or of deserted shores and small coves...
Urban escapes on the Côte d’Azur
Nice, Menton, Antibes, Cannes and Grasse to name but a few. The Côte d’Azur offers many beautiful towns – and just as many unforgettable experiences. Every urban escapade...
Mercantour National Natural Park
The Mercantour Natural Park offers a great diversity of landscapes with its grandiose mountains and its strong French Riviera sun.

The Côte d'Azur, nature's side

Parc de la Valmasque
In the Côte d’Azur region, close to Sophia-Antipolis, the Valmasque departmental park offers the inhabitants of the Côte d’Azur (the French Riviera) and tourists on...
Lérins Islands
The Lérins islands “Iles de Lérins” face the bay of Cannes, in the Alpes Maritimes department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. The archipelago is made of five...
The Daluis Gorges
The Daluis Gorges (Gorges du Daluis) is a unique geological site in Europe. Its landscapes are spectacular: red rocks, blue sky anda great vegetation. Classified as a regional...
Cap Ferrat
The Cap Ferrat is a peninsula on the French Riviera, in the Alpes Maritimes department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. It is attached to the town of Saint Jean...
Cap d’Antibes peninsula
The Cap d’Antibes (Cape Antibes)  is a peninsula of the town of Antibes, located between Cannes and Nice, in the Alpes Maritimes department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte...
Valley of Wonders
If the Valley of Wonders owes its name to the thousands of engravings dating back to Prehistory, the majestic beauty of its landscapes could just as well have justified this...

Guided Tours

Top 5 food and local crafts tours in Nice
During your stay in Nice, follow your guide-lecturer to meet the inhabitants who perpetuate the ancestral traditions of the capital of the French Riviera. Discover and taste...
Top must-do guided tours in Nice
During your stay on the French Riviera, discover the secrets of history and the heritage of our beautiful and unmissable territory accompanied by guide-lecturers from the...
Top unexpected guided tours in Nice
We no longer present NICE….its promenade and palaces…. Nice is much more than that. It is a long history which is rooted in the distant Antiquity where it first was...

Your Instagram favorites

Your Instagram pick of the month: Menton
Visiting Menton is a bit like having one foot in Italy and one in France, under the same azure sky and the burning sun of the Côte d’Azur. Art, history and culture all add to...
INSTAGRAM PICK OF THE MONTH – Vieux Nice
Renowned for its colourful narrow streets, the Vieux-Nice is a real must where life is good all year round. We just love walking around, wandering, and even getting lost so we...
Your Instagram pick of the month: Visit Grasse, the jewel of the Côte d’Azur!
The Pays de Grasse is well-known for its bewitching perfumes. But the sensory experience doesn’t end when you visit the Côte d’Azur. Floral bouquets, shades of colours...
Your Instagram pick of the month: Massif de l'Esterel
From Provence to the Mediterranean, there are sounds and smells to remember on the corner of a little street or a path. And eye-catching colours, especially in the Massif de...
Insta Must – Villefranche-sur-Mer March 2022
Just a few kilometres from the Baie des Anges, Villefranche-sur-Mer is one of the most beautiful natural harbours in the world (yes!). Its Provencal vegetation and...

Emily in Paris

Shooting locations on the Côte d'Azur

Discover the shooting locations of the Netflix series “Emily in Paris”

Villefranche-sur-Mer
A maritime town on a privileged site, Villefranche-sur-Mer is one of the main ports on the Côte d’Azur, a major stopover for cruise ships.
La Chapelle Saint-Pierre "Cocteau"
The Saint-Pierre chapel in Villefranche-sur-Mer is a sacred place. Decorated outside and inside by Jean Cocteau, including illustrations of the life of the Apostle Peter,...
Plage de la Scaletta
Nestling in the heart of a verdant setting, La Scaletta beach is a real gem! Facing east, it offers a breathtaking view of the cliffs of Beaulieu-sur-Mer and Eze.
Chez Sénéquier
With its famous red terrace, this institution is inseparable from the tropezian legend. This is the place to be seen. Going to Chez Sénéquier for lunch, a drink or dinner...

For further information

The best places to stay, eat and get away
Crafts & Shopping
Explore the Côte d’Azur’s authentic art de vivre as you lose yourself in its cobbled streets, where refined craftsmanship and luxury shopping blend harmoniously....
All restaurants
Welcome to the Côte d’Azur, a true paradise for food lovers! The Côte d’Azur is packed with exceptional restaurants that will tantalise your taste buds and delight...
All accommodation
The Côte d’Azur offers a wide variety of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. From luxury hotels to authentic B&Bs and friendly campsites, everyone can find...
Sports activities
The Côte d’Azur offers a dream scene for sports enthusiasts, whether by the sea or in the majestic mountains. From turquoise waters to hiking trails, this dynamic region...
Tourist offices on the Côte d’Azur
Find the tourist office you need to prepare your stay on the Côte d’Azur and get precise, personalised information about your destination.
Cultural and leisure activities
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural mosaic of the Côte d’Azur, where historic heritage meets contemporary creativity. Explore world-renowned museums and vibrant arts...
Where can you enjoy cuisine nissarde?
Nissarde cuisine, imbued with authenticity and sun-drenched flavours, is a real invitation to culinary travel! Originating in Nice, this cuisine has its own recipes that...
Well-being
Let yourself be enchanted by an oasis of serenity on the Côte d’Azur, where well-being reigns supreme. Treat yourself to a relaxing getaway in renowned spas, discover...
Côte d’Azur : All Events
The multi-faceted Côte d’Azur is also a leading cultural destination. Throughout the year, the region hosts numerous festivals, events and markets, attracting visitors...