Why Nice
is special for cruisers

Although Nice is short on tourism draws, It's the prime excursion launch port for the fabled Cote d'Azur and Monte Carlo.

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Top 5
shore excursion
destinations near Nice

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Monte Carlo

Don't miss (top 5): Grand Casino Old town  Palace Harbor setting Oceanographic Museum & Aquarium.

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St Tropez

It's the celebrity-watching mecca of France and has many chic boutiques and restaurants. The nearby Tahiti Beach is famous for topless sun worshipping.

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Eze

The village of Eze is perched high on a hill overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Eze's medieval stone buildings and meandering alleys take you back in time.

Eze is pronounced "ezz" (sort of rhymes with "says").

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Villefranche-sur-Mer

This picturesque old town has the Cote d'Azur cachet, without the flaunt. It's a pleasant seaside destination for taking a short break from cruising.

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Cannes

The world famous Cannes Film Festival attracts international film stars and moguls in mid to late May. Unless you're in the biz, this is not the time to visit. Cannes is jammed and the festival excitement occurs in private and sold-out events.

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For pre- and post-cruise visitors

The Grand Canyon of Verdon is a Hillman Wonders bronze-medal winner  This natural wonder makes an excellent full-day tour.

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French cuisine

Click French cuisine to read my web pages on Provence and other regional French cuisines.

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