South of France

French Riviera

Clifftop villages, rose-coloured rosé, and the world's most glamorous coastline — the Côte d'Azur never goes out of style.

Destination Guide

La Dolce Vita, French Style

The French Riviera has been seducing artists, royalty, and dreamers for over 150 years, and its allure has not dimmed. The arc of coastline between Nice and the Italian border concentrates some of the most glamorous real estate on earth — sun-bleached promenades, clifftop villas dripping with bougainvillea, and harbours glittering with superyachts. Cannes radiates golden-hour cool; Monaco dazzles; the Èze perched village offers one of the Mediterranean's most dramatic vistas. Yet step inland past the olive groves and the Riviera reveals its quieter self: Provençal markets, lavender-fringed hil

Why French Riviera

What makes it extraordinary

Yacht & Boat Charters

Explore hidden coves, Portofino, and Monaco by private skippered yacht.

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Art & Culture

The Matisse Museum, Picasso's Antibes, and Renoir's Cagnes — the Riviera is an open-air gallery.

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Provençal Cuisine

Bouillabaisse in Nice's old town, truffle menus in Mougins, and perfect rosé in the hills.

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Monaco & Cannes

Iconic glamour — race through Monte Carlo's Grand Prix circuit and walk the Croisette at dusk.

When To Go

Timing Your Riviera Escape

The French Riviera sparkles from spring through early autumn, but the shoulder seasons offer the most pleasurable experience — warm enough for the beach, without the August crush.

May – June

Perfect weather, blooming mimosa, and Cannes Film Festival energy. Our top pick for first-timers.

July – August

Peak summer. Hot, vibrant, and busy. Book everything far ahead; worth it for the glamour.

September – October

Warm seas, quiet beaches, and harvest-season dining. Often the most enjoyable time to visit.

November – April

Quieter and cooler, but Monaco and Nice remain lively. Perfect for art, food, and the Carnival in February.

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