Plage de la Petite Afrique is, in our humble opinion, one of the best beaches on the French Riviera, surrounded by stunning scenery with plenty of facilities.
Plage de la Petite Afrique Beach, Beaulieu Sur Mer
A fine pebble beach with lots of facilities and parking
This beach has toilets, showers and a lifeguard.
There is a large (paying) car park, or it's a short walk from the train and bus stops.
A kids play area is situated under the shade of the pine trees, beside the beach volleyball court and the beach club, and the rocky outcrop makes for great rock pool exploring with children.
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Most of the beach is public but a small stretch is reserved for the very swanky Zelos Plage, which offers fine dining, cocktails and shaded sun loungers. They also run a small snack bar beside the childrens play area and volleyball court.
Setting & Location
Curved around a sheltered bay its white shores are covered in very fine pebbles that could almost pass for sand. Palm trees dotted along the beach make it feel like a tropical paradise and pine trees set further back offer some welcome shade.
Water Safety & Clarity
The sea is calm and very clear with safe swimming areas cordoned off. It's lifeguard patrolled.
Beach Quality
The small pebbles are very easy on the feet and smooth enough to feel like sand.
Watersports Nearby
You can hire waterskis, jetskis, paddle boards, banana boats and wakeboards from Riviera Gliss, who have a base at the far west end of the beach. The play area is in a pleasant shady part of the beach near to the car park and has a good selection of climbing frames and scramble nets - it always seems to be a big hit with kids.
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Serra Villa, Calvi
4 bedroom Villa in Calvi. Sleeps 8
Surrounded by cypress and myrrh trees, this typically Mediterranean holiday home, Villa Serra, overlooks the citadel of Calvi in Haute-Corse.
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La Vigie Villa
6 bedroom Villa in Monaco. Sleeps 12
Set on a promontory on the same cape as Monte-Carlo Beach, the Villa has a magnificent panoramic view of the Mediterranean, the Principality of Monaco and Roquebrune-Cap-Martin Bay.
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Fairmont Monte Carlo Hotel
One of the largest luxury hotel's in Europe
The Fairmont Monte Carlo hotel is a unique four-star luxury resort. The hotel is one of the largest in Europe with its 602 guest rooms, residences and suites, two restaurants, a bar and a new pool space on the roof which integrates a contemporary touch.
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Hotel de Paris Hotel
Monaco's most luxurious hotel with everything from sea views to a spa
Elegant and exclusive hotel in the centre of Monaco, ideally located right in front of the casino.
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Columbus Monte-Carlo Curio Collection by Hilton Hotel
Comfortable modern hotel with pool, gym, beauty and massage treatments
The Columbus hotel's style is Riviera chic, where beautifully glamorous and barefoot elegance sit easily side by side. The service is graceful, genuinely friendly and always attentive. The feeling is cool, exclusive and laid back. An excellent choice.
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Metropole Monte-Carlo Hotel
Elegant and luxurious hotel in the heart of Monte-Carlo
In 2004, the Hôtel Metropole Monte-Carlo was refurbished to keep it in tune with its time, but has kept all its spiritual qualities to uphold its concept of luxury.
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Port Palace Hotel
The first boutique hotel in the principality of Monaco
With urban elegance, chic interiors and just steps away from the casino, boutique shopping and the legendary F1 Grand Prix circuit, this hotel is a gem in the heart of Monaco.
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Cap Estel Hotel, Eze
A beautiful 5 star boutique hotel in its own gated estate
Situated on its own two-hectare peninsula jutting into the Mediterranean Sea, the hotel has wonderful panoramic views. With only 28 rooms spread over four separate locations, it is a very private and luxurious place to stay.
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Mediterranean Sport Fishing Trip
Recreational sport fishing trip from Nice, Cannes & Monaco
Based in Beaulieu-Sur-Mer, this company can offer fishing trips from Beaulieu and also Nice, Cannes and Monaco out into the Mediterranean for all levels of fisher, from complete beginner to expert. They are also family friendly so those who would like an outing with their children can join one of their trips.
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Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Trip
10 person motor boat with whale & dolphin watching
Departing from Beaulieu-sur-Mer, this fantastic boat trip lets you observe some of the most beautiful marine wildlife that live within the Mediterranean.
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Cote d'Azur Luxury Motor Boat Trip 
Cote d'Azur Luxury Motor Boat Trip
7-10 person motor boat with snorkelling
This boat trip departs from Beaulieu-sur-Mer and can run for 2, 3 or 4 hours - so you can choose whether you want a quick spin along the coast or a more extended trip.
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Cannes & Islands Luxury Motor Boat Trip, Beaulieu 
Cannes & Islands Luxury Motor Boat Trip, Beaulieu
7-10 person Boat trip exploring Cannes & the Islands
This is a four hour coastal trip departing from Beaulieu-sur-Mer to explore the gems of the Cote d'Azur with opportunities to swim and snorkel in the glistening Mediterranean.
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Sunset Luxury Motor Boat Trip, Beaulieu 
Sunset Luxury Motor Boat Trip, Beaulieu
7-10 person romantic cruise along the French Rivera with champagne
This two hour cruise departs from Beaulieu-sur-Mer to take you on a stunning sunset cruise on the Cote d'Azur.
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Cannes & St Tropez Luxury Motor Boat Trip, Beaulieu 
Cannes & St Tropez Luxury Motor Boat Trip, Beaulieu
7-10 person Boat trip along the Cote d'Azur
Departing from Beaulieu-sur-Mer, on this trip you'll enjoy a full day of cruising along the French Riviera, visiting Monaco to Cannes to Saint Tropez and the beautiful bays and coves.
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Restaurant des Rois, Beaulieu Sur Mer
Described as "The restaurant of kings & the king of restaurants"
The jewel in the crown of La Réserve de Beaulieu hotel is this gastronomic restaurant which has one Michelin star.
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La Table de Patrick Raingeard Restaurant, Eze
Excellent food showcased directly from the kitchen garden
The Cap Estel gourmet restaurant or "La Table de Patrick Raingeard" as it is known has one Michelin star.
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La Chevre d'Or Restaurant, Eze
Michelin-starred restaurant serving sophisticated, fresh tasting cuisine
This gourmet restaurant offers panoramic views across the Mediterranean and gained two Michelin stars in 2011.
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Chateau Eza Restaurant, Eze
Luxury restaurant serving French and Mediterranean cuisine
Château Eza offers a Michelin recommended restaurant serving à la carte French and Mediterranean cuisine against the stunning backdrop of the French Riviera.
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Eze Hermitage Restaurant, Eze
Inspired Provençal menu served in a charming & pleasant ambiance
Yannick Delaunay is the chef at the Eze Hermitage Art Restaurant and Hotel and offers an inspired Provençal cuisine full of classics as well as new takes.
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Papaya Beach Club, Eze
Private beach in a the tranquil location of Eze just 25 minutes from Monaco
This private beach spot is a lovely place to relax away a day, on the gorgeous bay in Eze. A private area where you can relax, sunbathe and swim in peace.
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Kerylos Villa
Recreation of a Greek Villa built by Theodore Reinach & his wife
At the edge of the sea, facing the Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula, the villa is a magic place that takes you back in time. Discover this French Riviera seaside palazzo, a luxurious recreation of an Ancient Greek villa.
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Ephrussi de Rothschild Villa, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Stunning villa of Béatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild, a wealthy French socialite
This impressive villa was built in 1906 by Béatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild. It overlooks the Mediterranean sea from Cap Ferrat and it is full of antique furniture, Old Master paintings, sculptures and a collection of rare porcelain, while the gardens are classified as Notable Gardens of France.
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Saint-Michel Church, Villefranche sur Mer 
Saint-Michel Church, Villefranche sur Mer
Classic Baroque church in the centre of Villefranche-sur-Mer
This Baroque Italianate church dates to the 1750s, although it was built on the site of a 14th-century church.
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Exotic Garden, Eze
Exotic garden created in the castle ruins of Eze offering stunning views
Eze's exotic gardens were created after the Second World War, in the ruins of Eze castle. Located on steep terrain, it boasts wonderful panoramic views of the sea, the Esterel mountains and the Saint-Tropez gulf.
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Parfumerie Galimard, Eze
Perfume factory & museum with guided visits & workshops
Free guided tours of a historic perfume factory in the medieval village of Eze.
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Parfumerie Fragonard, Eze
Factory and museum of one of the leading producers of perfume in France
This factory for perfume, soap and cosmetics, has very modern laboratories and workshops. Discover the secrets of manufacturing perfumes and cosmetics.
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Nice Golf Country Course
Compact nine-hole course with a wide driving range ideal for practicing
Close to the city, this nine hole compact course offers a range of different situations with its relief, bunkers and water hazard. It is aimed at both beginners and low handicaps wishing to improve.
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Monte-Carlo Golf Course
Beautiful 18-hole golf course set in lush greenery north of Monaco
Situated in the La Turbie area in the heights of Nice the rolling green terrain offers an interesting and challenging round of golf.
Towns nearby
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Beaulieu-sur-Mer 
Beaulieu-sur-Mer
An old-fashioned Riviera town between Nice and Monaco
Beaulieu-sur-Mer is filled with Belle Époque buildings, cafés and restaurants.
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Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat 
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Small village surrounded by luxury villas
Sitting on a beautiful rocky peninsula of pine trees and palms just to the east of Nice is Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. This area is the epitome of elegance and old Riviera glamour: from the small, chic harbour to the palatial gated villas and magnificent gardens of celebrities, oligarchs and famous family dynasties.
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Eze 
Eze
An incredible little village perched by the sea
A wonderful medieval village, Eze is perched on a hilltop overlooking the Riviera with a ruined 12th century castle at its pinnacle. It's actually split into two very distinct areas - Eze-Sur-Mer and Eze Village.
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Cap d'Ail 
Cap d'Ail
Friendly seaside resort with a splash of old school glamour
A friendly seaside resort with a splash of old-school glamour, Cap d'Ail has several beaches ranging from fine sandy beaches with elegant restaurants, to remote and rocky coves.
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La Turbie, Alpes-Maritimes 
La Turbie, Alpes-Maritimes
Home of Le Trophée des Alpes in the hills above Monaco
La Turbie lies in the hills above Monaco and is a thriving medieval village with buildings dating back to Roman times.
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La Condamine 
La Condamine
Port and business district - the second oldest part of Monaco
La Condamine lies to the south-west of the principality covering the area of Port Hercule that is filled with luxury yachts, and is also the home of Monaco's business district.
