Five must visit villages across Nice and the Cote d’Azur
There's something for everyone in the Côte d'Azur, a region that offers a lot more than just a beautiful coastline.
From cycling in the mountains, to exploring cliffside Medieval villages, here are five towns you must visit during your stay in France for next year's Rugby World Cup.
Villefranche-sur-Mer
Villefranche-sur-Mer is a small seaside town just five or so minutes by train or bus from the centre of Nice. But when you arrive at Villefranche-sur-Mer, you feel like you’re a million miles from the hustle and bustle of the city. Beautiful beaches, views to die for and plenty of restaurants and bars near the water to enjoy a meal and a few drinks.
You can also rent a boat, with or without a licence from Villefranche-sur-Mer to discover more of the Cote d’Azur.
The old town
Nice’s old town is only small but packs plenty into a small pocket of land. Filled with traditional Nicoise restaurants, cafes, antique stores and art galleries, it’s not hard to