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Côte d’Azur on a Budget

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The French Riviera is a premier resort destination for good reason: It has clear water bordered by stretches of white-sand beaches, rocky cliffs, and hidden coves—and it’s only a 90-minute flight from Paris. The bustling city of Nice, the legendary waterfront town of Cannes, and the once-sleepy village of St.-Tropez are the main attractions.

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Destinations: Cannes · Nice · St.-Jean-Cap-Ferrat · St. Tropez · Antibes · 6th Arrondissement (St.-Germain)

Themes: Affordable · Beaches + Islands · Food + Drink

Inspired by: 13 Affordable Trips to Europe — by Reid Bramblett, Published Apr. 2008

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Les Palmiers

St. Tropez | Europe | France | Nice, Marseilles & The Côte d'Azur

Morning coffee is served under the palm trees on the hotel's garden terrace. More

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Abbaye de Lérins

Cannes | Europe | France | Nice, Marseilles & The Côte d'Azur

This 30-room, 11th-century property is a remote Riviera getaway - if you don't mind communal meals and friendly monks. More

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Val des Roses

Antibes | Europe | France | Nice, Marseilles & The Côte d'Azur

Check into this Art Deco villa turned hotel run by two Flemish brothers who welcome guests like old friends. Its pool and gardens are just 130 feet... More

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Hôtel Villa la Tour

Nice | Europe | France | Nice, Marseilles & The Côte d'Azur

Check into this 16-room converted convent. More

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Fenocchio

Nice | Europe | France | Nice, Marseilles & The Côte d'Azur

Order homemade rosemary and vanilla pink-pepper ice cream to eat during a walk along the fie mile Promenade des Anglais. More

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Nissa Socca

Nice | Europe | France | Nice, Marseilles & The Côte d'Azur

For a late-night snack head to Nissa Socca for ratatouille and a version of socca (chickpea pancakes). More

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Chez Thérésa

Nice | Europe | France | Nice, Marseilles & The Côte d'Azur

Stop in to this local favorite, a stand in a bustling marketplace known for its socca (chickpea pancakes). More

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La Table du Marche

St. Tropez | Europe | France | Nice, Marseilles & The Côte d'Azur

Christophe Leroy's bistro and pastry shop is design-conscious yet down-to-earth, and the menu—with dishes such as shrimp scampi, risotto, and salad... More

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Le Comptoir, Paris

6th Arrondissement (St.-Germain) | Europe | France | Paris

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Place des Lices

St. Tropez | Europe | France | Nice, Marseilles & The Côte d'Azur

Stop by for the colorful and fragrant olive-oils soaps at this market. They make excellent souvenirs. More

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Le Gorille

St. Tropez | Europe | France | Nice, Marseilles & The Côte d'Azur

You don't have to have a private yacht to enjoy evening cocktails with a view. Sip pastis at this port-side café and watch the jet set float by.
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Forville Market

Cannes | Europe | France | Nice, Marseilles & The Côte d'Azur

Pick up ingredients for a picnic lunch - olive breads and pizza with sautéed onions - at this colorful market. More

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Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

St.-Jean-Cap-Ferrat | Europe | France | Nice, Marseilles & The Côte d'Azur

Drive to this 20th-century manor for the gardens and bay views. More

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Musée Matisse

Nice | Europe | France | Nice, Marseilles & The Côte d'Azur

The museum is accessible by the No. 22 bus that runs from Pace Masséna. The museum is located in Cimiez, where the artist spent his later years. More

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