Tourist Train, Grasse
Explore this historical Old Town of Grasse by train
Leaves daily throughout the summer months from the Cours Honoré Cresp plaza (across from the Palais des Congrès and main tourist office).
Runs between the hours of 11:00 and 17:00 daily from April to October and during Carnival periods. There is also the opportunity for private hire all year round.
The tour lasts around 40 minutes and passes the Old Town, Place aux Aires, Place de l’Evêché square and Bishop’s Palace (Palais de l’Evêque) and the Cathedral. It is narrated in French, English, German and Italian.
What to bring
Depending on the weather you may or may not want to take a rain jacket but the train is enclosed and therefore fully protected from the elements.
What to see
Sights in Nice
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Parfumerie Fragonard, Grasse
Located <1 km away
This historic perfume factory is in the heart of the Old Town and is one of the oldest in Grasse, constructed in 1782.
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Provence Art & History Museum, Grasse
Located <1 km away
With items from prehistoric times, and fine arts and decorative arts from as early as the 17th century, all the way up to the first half of the 20th century.
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Cathedrale Notre Dame du Puy, Grasse
Located <1 km away
The medieval church of Notre-Dame du Puy was raised to cathedral status in 1244, when the bishop transferred from Antibes to Grasse.
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Parfumerie Molinard, Grasse
Located <1 km away
Grasse is the world capital of perfumes. At this museum you can discover the ancient tradition of parfumerie and learn how to create your own, unique scent.
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Caves of Saint Cezaire, Grasse
Located 8.7 km away
The awe-inspiring caves of Saint Cézaire are six million years old. Discovered by a farmer digging his field in 1890, they boast a wealth of beautiful, natural rock formations in fantastical forms.
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Gorges du Loup, Cannes Region
Located 9.1 km away
The narrow and beautiful Gorges du Loup cuts north-south through the hills at the foot of Gourdon, 12 km from Grasse.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Grasse
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La Bastide Saint Antoine Restaurant, Grasse
Located in Grasse
Michelin-starred La Bastide Saint-Antoine offers a refined retreat near Cannes, where chef Jacques Chibois creates inspired Provençal cuisine. Set in a stunning country house with lush gardens and panoramic sea views, it’s the perfect blend of gastronomy, elegance, and tranquillity.
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Au Fil du Temps Restaurant, Grasse
Located in Grasse
Restaurant, with 1 Michelin star, overlooking the countryside surrounding Grasse, serves fine cuisine which is full of the fresh flavours of Provence.
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L'Oustel des Vins Winebar, Grasse
Located in Grasse
Located in one of the small old city streets in Grasse, this small wine-bar has a nice atmosphere and a rustic decor.
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Cafe du Cycliste, Grasse
Located in Grasse
The decor of the cafe is great, relaxed and refined with lots of bike parts decorations. Salma, JB, Stephen and Jenny will welcome you at the Cafe du Cycliste serving fresh, delicious dishes cooked with local ingredients.
What to do
Things To Do in Grasse
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Fun Kart, Le Bar-sur-Loup
Located in Grasse
Located 30 minutes from Nice, Cannes and Antibes in a natural setting of 8 hectares, this karting set offers 3 circuits with a separate one for children, giving visitors the chance to race each other using high-tech go-karts.
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Riviera Nature, Adventure Park, Grasse
Located in Grasse
Try these tree top adventures, all with various levels of difficulty and with plenty of adrenalin pumping fun!
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Claux Amic Golf Course, Grasse
Located in Grasse
This golf course is located on a charming old private hunting estate dating back to the 17th century.
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Tourist Train, Grasse
Located in Grasse
Leaves daily throughout the summer months from the Cours Honoré Cresp plaza (across from the Palais des Congrès and main tourist office).
How to get passes
You can get tickets as you board the train. However, if you wish to pre-book or have a larger size group that may require pre-booking then you can get in touch with them directly using the 'make an enquiry' button or calling them directly.
