French Riviera Guide (1)

FRENCH RIVIERA TRAVEL GUIDE

Planning a trip to the French Riviera? This practical, experience-based guide is designed to help you make the most of your time in the South of France with Nice as your home base.

Inside, you'll find my recommendations for where to stay, eat, go out, explore, relax, and take day trips along the Riviera.

What's inside:

Nice neighborhood recommendations

Beach clubs and the best spots for different vibes

Restaurant, café, grocery, and quick-bite recommendations

Bars and nightlife

Transportation tips from Nice and day-trip planning

Day trips to Monaco, Menton, Èze, Cap d'Ail, Antibes, Cannes & Saint-Tropez

Local foods and must-try bites

Activities

Fitness, Pilates, and Wellness recommendations

A practical packing guide

Things to know before you go

Whether you're visiting for a weekend, spending a week on the Riviera, studying abroad, or using Nice as your base to explore the coast, this guide is designed to make planning easier, more organized, and more fun.

Created from personal travel experience and recommendations — 2026 edition.