Gordes
Gordes is a wonderful Provencal town situated on top of a hill, and is probably visited by every tourist in the region. There are not too many attractions here, but you can still spend a good part of the day in the town.
Monaco’s Old Town
Monaco’s Old Town is very picturesque, and is located on a hill that is surrounded on three sides by the Mediterranean. This is where the Grimaldi family’s palace stands, and also where the young Princess Gabriella and Prince Jacques – the children of Prince Albert II and Charlene Wittstock – live. The celebrity, Grace Kelly also lived here until her death in 1982.
Avignon
Avignon is the former seat of the popes, as well as being a charming Provencal city. If you think only the famous bridge when you hear the name Avignon, be sure to check out what other attractions are worth seeing in the area.
Carnival in Nice
The Nice Carnival has been held for over 140 years and is one of the largest in the world. This event attracts up to one million tourists to the Cote d'Azur in the winter, costs 7 million euros, and consumes 20 tons of confetti.
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
The Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild is a large residence on the French Riviera, with nine gardens. When you visit this property, it is hard to believe how comfortably aristocrats lived during the la Belle Epoque period.
What and where to eat in Nice?
If you are visiting the French Riviera, you are definitely going to be wondering what to eat; which restaurants are good and cheap in Nice, and preferably even those recommended by residents. So to answer these questions, here is a list of verified places and a description of traditional regional dishes. Now you know what and where to eat in Nice!
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