Villa in the French Riviera

Located on the outskirts of Biot village, La Verrerie de Biot offers you the opportunity to discover more about the glass blowing that this region is famous for. Learn about the history of the industry, watch live demonstrations from experienced glassblowers and you can even blow and make your own piece. There is also a shop onsite where you can purchase some beautiful pieces to take home with you.  

Located in the Pays du Grasse is a 3 mile long network of caves nearly 40 metres underground. A section of this network is open to the public between February and November, where you can walk through with a guide and see the starry concretions and luminous jellyfish. Your guide may even do a sound show for you on musical stalactites! There is also a nature walk and a high rope adventure course onsite. 

Set in Gourdon, the Gorges du Loup is a narrow canyon with beautiful scenery and clear waterfalls. There are walkways and paths along the river, or for the more adventurous you can try canyoning and kayaking. Some of the walkways and paths can be steep and slippery so be sure to bring sturdy footwear.  

Cannes is famed for its glamorous luxury yachts, but you can also arrange several fun boat trips departing from the harbour. Enjoy a sunset cruise around the old port of Cannes, or why not make a day of it and take a boat over to St. Tropez or Monaco? 

The traditional town of Grasse is renowned for its long-established perfume industry. The Musée International de la Parfumerie in the town centre celebrates the history, while large perfumeries such as Fragonard, Molinard and Galimard offer free guided tours. You can even book a perfume workshop to make your own scent! Many of the raw fragrances are grown in flower farms and cultivated locally, with some of the flower fields offering tours during the harvest.

Located just outside of St. Tropez, Azur Park is an amusement park with 35 rides and attractions to occupy the whole family. There is a Ferris Wheel, Haunted House and even a 7D Cinema – to name a few. There is also a restaurant and a crazy golf course for some friendly competition! The park itself is an evening affair, open daily April to September, from 4pm in April, 6pm in May and 8pm in July – September.   

Plage Fréjus is a wide sandy beach stretching for over 1000 yards to Port Fréjus. There is a promenade behind where you will find a few restaurants and cafes, and toilet and shower facilities are also available. Sunbeds and parasols can be hired from the private La Plage beach club, which also features an on-site restaurant. 

Located on the coast between Cannes and Frejus, Plage d’Agay is a long shingle beach. Set in a sheltered bay, the calm waters are great for swimming and you can also rent stand-up paddleboards and boats. There are restaurants and coffee shops on the road behind the beach, and toilet facilities are available. 

Long Beach, run by the Marriott Hotel, is a trendy private beach club located along the Croisette Boulevard in Cannes. There are sun beds and parasols to rent on the sand itself, plus a beach bar with table service. You will also find the Long Beach Restaurant situated on decking at the top of the beach, with comfortable seating and covered dining tables and chairs. This is a great spot to treat yourself to a bit of luxury, and enjoy some people watching! 

Located in a bay in Antibes, this is a long, white sand beach that stretches over 1000 yards from the Royal Beach Club to Antibes Yacht Club. Lifeguards are on duty throughout the summer months, and the water is shallow for some distance, making this a perfect choice for families. There is a food kiosk for sandwiches and snacks, or behind the pedestrian promenade that lines the beach you will find a couple of restaurants as well as supermarket selling ice creams. At the Yacht Club you can also rent kayaks and paddleboards, or even learn to sail.