French Riviera Art Tour
4hr30 & 5hr tours of the art museums of the Riviera
Discover the cultural side of the Côte d'Azur.
Discover the magnificent Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, perched on the peninsula of Saint Jean Cap Ferrat overlooking the bay of Villefranche for more than 100 years.
Between sky and sea, stroll through beautifully colourful gardens and discover nine different themes, from classic French gardens, to the beautiful and exotic Japanese gardens.
The many lounges and private apartments of the villa have works of art of the highest quality, which the Baroness Ephrussi de Rothschild gathered throughout her lifetime.
Then visit the Matisse Museum (Villa des Arenes) located on the hill of Cimiez in Nice. This 17th century building has been a museum to the artistic development Henri Matisse since 1963.
Then on to the Marc Chagall National Museum, with it's religious inspired paintings. Inaugurated in 1973 during the lifetime of painter Marc Chagall to preserve and display his work.
What to see
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Saint-Michel Church, 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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Ephrussi de Rothschild Villa, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
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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Kerylos Villa
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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Exotic Garden, Eze
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
Free guided tours of a historic perfume factory in the medieval village of Eze.
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Parfumerie Fragonard, Eze
This factory for perfume, soap and cosmetics, has very modern laboratories and workshops. Discover the secrets of manufacturing perfumes and cosmetics.
Where to lunch
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Restaurant des Rois, Beaulieu Sur Mer
The jewel in the crown of La Réserve de Beaulieu hotel is this gastronomic restaurant which has one Michelin star.
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Capitaine Cook Restaurant, St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Captain Cook is a friendly, family place, located in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, between Monaco and Nice. It is a traditional French restaurant where the seafood and Mediterranean flavours are prominent.
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La Table du Royal Restaurant, St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Chef Bruno Le Bolch takes you on a journey of the senses that is a delight to the eye and the taste buds.
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Salon de The de la Villa Ephrussy de Rotschild, St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Set in the room that Béatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild’s used as a dining room, the tea room/restaurant's terrace overlooks the Bay of Villefranche. All day, you can break for a delicious snack in this calm oasis with an unrestricted view of the bay.
What to do
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Mediterranean Sport Fishing Trip
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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Provençal Tasting Tour, from Monaco
A taste of traditional Provencal Nissarde cuisine, wine, and olives.
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Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Trip
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
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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Sunset Luxury Motor Boat Trip, Beaulieu
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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French Riviera Art Tour
Discover the cultural side of the Côte d'Azur.