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steal my itinerary for the perfect week in french riviera ⛵️
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items spent a week in south france with my best friends - would it be crazy to say that it was absolutely perfect and that i wouldn’t have changed a thing? here’s how to do the french riviera the right way
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where to stay
what to do
where to eat/drink
where to stay
PRO TIP: do NOT stay in Nice when visiting the french riviera. there are so many beautiful towns surrounding Nice that are so much more relaxing, easy access to Nice by train, and absolutely stunning
this is where i stayed - directly translates to “beautiful place on the sea” which is exactly what it is 😍 only 15 minutes by train from Nice. such a sweet town, extremely relaxing, some nice restaurants and beautiful beaches. absolutely loved stayi...
Beaulieu-sur-Mer
another quaint neighboring town a few stops away from Nice. has a ton of delicious restaurants and bars. easily can walk to nearby beaches and has its own train station
Villefranche-sur-Mer
insanely gorgeous town on a peninsula in between beaulieu-sur-mer and villefranche-sur-mer. it might be a bit pricey to find somewhere to stay here and it isn’t as accessible by train but SO gorgeous and worth a visit. also walkable along the coastal...
Mairie Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
what to do
an absolutely must see if you’re in the french riviera. one of the most beautiful places i’ve ever seen - the views are breathtaking, the architecture is stunning, and the gardens are really special
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
stumbled upon the coolest swimming spot ever - felt very locals only / if you know you know type of place. swam here all afternoon and could’ve stayed even longer without a problem
Plage du Grasseuil
rented this boat for a day on the water and it was perfect. the captain and the sturdiest were so accommodating and helpful, you can bring your own food and drinks and tell them exactly the sights you want to see and they’ll take you anywhere you wan...
Book a Boat Day on Click & Boat
booked chairs at this beach club for the day and it was gorg. there’s a public beach right next to it if you don’t want to spend €55 for a beach chair but i loved the atmosphere of this beach club and the food was great
Plage de Passable
loveddd our lil day trip to antibes. its a historic town situation between nice and cannes right in the water with amazing shops, food, the picasso museum, and a gorgeous coastal walked that felt straight out of a storybook
Day Trip to Antibes
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stunning path along the water that takes you from beaulieu-sur-mer to villefranche-sur-mer. the views are incredible and there’s some beautiful beaches and swimming holes to stop at along the way
Promenade Maurice Rouvier
calm beach near our airbnb in beaulieu! we loved taking a bottle of wine here at night and sitting on the beach. never found it to be very busy and the water was so clear
PLAGE-PORT DES FOURMIS
fun vibe at night for sitting on the beach with friends after dinner or drinks
Les Ponchettes Beach, Nice
large public beach in saint jean cap ferrat
Plage Cros deï Pin
amazing market in antibes old town with a great selection of fresh fruits and veggies, spices, meats, and cheeses
marche provençal antibes
where to eat/drink
went here for lunch and it was yummy + the staff was very sweet. they also have a coffee shop and patisserie next door that we went to every day with delicious coffee and pastries!
Aristee
lovely restaurant / beach club on the water with great fish, friendly staff, and an unbeatable view! loved this as our first dinner here
Anao Plage
beach club restaurant with great food and fabulous vibes
Restaurant Jean Cap Ferrat
fun rooftop restaurant in nice! we did the tasting menu for 4 people. food was nothing to write home about but the vibes were great
BOCCA Nissa
fun bar in nice with a ton of tables and social vibe!! super cheap drinks too. great for a drink before going to clubs
Van Diemen's
had the best time at this night club in nice - cover is €20 and doesn’t open till 11:30pm so go grab drinks at wayne’s beforehand!!
High Club
super cute and delicious greek restaurant in nice!!
restaurant Meraki Nice
perfect spot to grab lunch before going to place cros dei pin!
Seaside Café
went here for drinks before dinner in villefranche-sur-mer! gorgeous views of the marina and a great hugo spritz
WINE PIER
fabulous seafood spot on the marina in villefranche sur mer! got the mussels and fries and they were insane
Restaurant Lou Bantry
australian coffee and juice in antibes. got the matcha with coco water which was so good
Good Mate Coffee
if you need me i’ll be dreaming about this baguette sandwich…. they’re known for their foie gras sammie’s but have tons of other options too! the bread is so soft and delicious - get them to go and eat them on the coastal walk for some amazing views!
La Ferme au foie gras
best gelato in antibes. right next to le ferme de foie gras - perf for dessert after your sammy 😇
GUSTO GELATO PIZZA
if you take any rec from this list… LET IT BE THIS!! coolest bar i’ve ever been to. amazing drinks and service. felt like an absolute dream. we didn’t get food here but it looked and smelled incredible
Le Plongeoir
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the perfect last meal in the french riviera and the best food i ate in france. nuances is a 6 course fixed blind tasting menu! it was so fun to be served dishes without knowing what they were - the staff comes by after you’ve finished to ask you if y...
Nuances
a must-go bar in nice of you love socializing and live music. super lively every night (went on a tuesday and you would’ve thought it was the weekend) everyone is chatting and enjoying the music - one of my fav nights out ever
Wayne's Bar