8-Day French Riviera Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Nice Old Town
    Located in the heart of Nice

    Enjoy local food in the well-preserved medieval quarter of the city. Explore traditional colorful buildings.

  2. Day 2: Musée Matisse
    20 minutes (4.5 miles) from Nice Old Town

    Admire the works of legendary Henri Matisse displayed in a stunning villa in the middle of olive trees.

  3. Day 3: Antibes
    30 minutes (9.3 miles) from Musée Matisse

    Visit the Picasso Museum and walk through the picturesque old town with its famous market and harbor.

  4. Day 4: Èze Village
    30 minutes (12.4 miles) from Antibes

    Explore the beautiful winding alleys of this medieval village located on a hilltop. Tour the Jardin exotique d'Èze showcasing Mediterranean plants.

  5. Day 5: Nice Promenade des Anglais
    20 minutes (6.2 miles) from Èze Village

    Take a walk along the seafront from Nice to the airport in the world-famous Promenade des Anglais and enjoy architecture and sea views.

  6. Day 6: Cannes
    40 minutes (17.9 miles) from Nice Promenade des Anglais

    Go shopping in the luxury boutiques, admire the famous Palais des Festivals, and relax on one of the sandy beaches.

  7. Day 7: Saint-Paul-de-Vence
    30 minutes (12.9 miles) from Cannes

    Visit the medieval village of Saint Paul, with breathtaking narrow streets, and see the final resting place of famous artist Marc Chagall.

  8. Day 8: Monaco
    30 minutes (14.6 miles) from Saint-Paul-de-Vence

    Explore the small yet glamorous country of Monaco, see the Changing of the Guard at the Prince's Palace, tour the luxurious Casino Monte Carlo and take a stroll around the beautiful marina.

Time and Cost Estimates:

  • Nice Old Town (2 hours, Free)
  • Musée Matisse (1 hour, 10 EUR)
  • Antibes (3 hours, Free)
  • Èze Village (2 hours, Free)
  • Nice Promenade des Anglais (2 hours, Free)
  • Cannes (3 hours, Free)
  • Saint-Paul-de-Vence (2 hours, Free)
  • Monaco (4 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 10 EUR

Useful Tips:

If you have more time in Nice, make sure to visit the Russian Cathedral and the flower market. If you have less time, skip Antibes and extend your visit to Cannes or Monaco. Remember to pre-book your tickets online to avoid lines at popular tourist attractions.

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