Provence self-guided motorbike tour
A trip for intermediate riders, where you can enjoy some of the most scenic roads in Provence.

© Hotel Crillon

© Hotel Crillon

© Hotel Crillon

© Hotel Crillon
Warm welcome, pleasant atmosphere & convenient facilities
This hotel is situated in the heart of the city, within walking distance from Massena square and the old town. It offers 43 renovated rooms furnished with a modern décor combined with the colours of the Mediterranean culture.
All rooms are fully equipped with individual air conditioning, telephone, satellite TV as well as bathrooms with bathtub or shower and hair dryer. Moreover, complimentary wireless Internet access is available in both public areas and guestrooms.
With a superb location and comfortable rooms, the hotel is adapted to guests needs either for business or pleasure, to discover the city alone or with the family.
Hotel Crillon is located in Nice, just a 10-minute walk from the Promenade des Anglais and 260 metres from Place Massena, its tram stop and the Old Town.
All children under 4 years stay free of charge when using existing beds although children under 2 years old are charged 5€ per night for a cot. All older children or adults are charged 20€ per person per night for extra beds.
A trip for intermediate riders, where you can enjoy some of the most scenic roads in Provence.
Based in Nice, motorbike and scooter rental so you can explore the South of France.
Enjoy a wonderful, peaceful and fume-free journey along the French Riviera on a solar powered motor boat with a professional skipper.
This company is based in Nice and offers a wide range of road bikes.
A fantastic way to experience the breathtaking scenery of the South of France.
Enjoy a wonderful, peaceful and fume-free journey along the French Riviera on a solar powered motor boat with a professional skipper.
In a Regency-style dining room decorated with magnificent 18th century woodwork, Jean-Denis Rieubland proposes two menus, "Découverte" and "Chantecler".
The jewel in the crown of La Réserve de Beaulieu hotel is this gastronomic restaurant which has one Michelin star.
The delicious spirit that fills dishes made using fresh, seasonal products from local markets is in perfect harmony with the site.
Yanis and Aurélie run this gastronomic delight which specialises in excellent fish dishes influenced by the flavours of the Mediterranean, Indochina and the Indian Ocean.
Small and cosy restaurant in the middle of the old city of Nice. The kitchen is open space and right in the middle of the room for everybody to see the chefs cooking.
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.
It is this eclectic and cosmopolitan atmosphere which makes it a place very "French Riviera".
In a relaxed family atmosphere, the restaurant Cosmo offers a variety of traditional, Mediterranean and French cuisine.
Ma Nolan’s, Vieux Nice has a large inviting terrace, high vaulted ceilings, authentic bar counters and wooden floors.
The ground floor with Its welcoming bar and the main room, then the mezzanine for a more intimate space and finally its back room is a discotheque.
This local and friendly wine bar is the perfect place to stop for a midday snack or to try some of the local wines from the region.
Situated right on the seafront of the Promenade des Anglais this stunning building plays host to some of the city's biggest events.
This long stretch of pebble beach in Nice runs along the Baie des Anges and is backed by the Promenade des Anglais.
The name might sound a bit intimidating but Bains Militaires is actually quite a nice quiet beach, away from the hustle and bustle of Nice centre.
The glamorously named Coco Beach is more of a launchpad into the deep blue sea than a true beach.
This public beach sits at the western end of the Promenade des Anglais and is situated near the Lenval hospital.
Plage de la Darse is a secret beach, hidden from view and discretely signposted. It never gets very busy because so few people know that it’s there - so keep it on the down-low if you plan to head here.
Plage de Carras is a well-equipped “handiplage”, which has facilities and lifeguards to enable people with disabilities to enter the water safely.
Nice’s flagship urban park covers 12 hectares in the heart of the city, just a few minutes walk from Promenade des Anglais. Promenade du Paillon used to be a very congested and rather ugly thoroughfare where the old bus station and multi storey car park were situated. It was demolished in 2011 and a 3 year development project took place to turn it into the oasis of green open space, safe play areas and impressive water features that we enjoy today.
This delightful public park in the city centre runs from Place Massena, linking the Promenade des Anglais to the old town of Vieux Nice. Developed during the late 1800’s, Jardin Albert 1er is one of Nice’s oldest public gardens; a large lawn in the centre is surrounded by palm trees, fragrant roses, carob trees, junipers as well as various plants from Japan, China, the Americas, Australia and the Himalayas.
Located in Nice's old town, this impressive cathedral is dedicated to Sainte Reparate and was built in a Baroque style over a 50 year period from 1650.
This palace is thought to have been built in the early 17th century and was home to the Dukes of Savoy until 1860.
This vibrant square sits in the centre of old Nice and hosts markets every day of the week.
Founded as a photographic studio in 1958, and opened as a gallery in 1972, Jean Ferrero exhibited works from the School of Nice and the New Realism genre.
High up above the hot crowds of Nice is a tranquil oasis with shady trees, panoramic views and, if you’re lucky, a cool breeze. Off the typical tourist trail, Cimiez lies about 2km north east of the centre of Nice.
Cap de Nice and Mont Boron is a peaceful exclusive area to the east of Nice and is a mix of affluent residential properties and a national park.
Just to the east of Nice lies the coastal town of Villefranche-sur-Mer; with its little cobblestone lanes and 16th century citadel.
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.
Beaulieu-sur-Mer is filled with Belle Époque buildings, cafés and restaurants.
Just the other side of the airport to Nice, Saint-Laurent-du-Var has been brought bang up to date in recent years.
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See allLatest News & ReviewsYou will not be short of entertainment in this beautiful French Riviera town throughout the year. The most popular public events take place along the Promenade des Anglais, including the Carnival in February, the Bastille celebrations in July and the Nice marathon in November. There are also plenty of live music and cultural festivals.
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