Nice

Why Nice is special for cruisers
Although Nice is short on tourism draws, it's the prime excursion launch port for the fabled Cote d'Azur and Monte Carlo.

Top 5 shore excursion destinations near Nice
1. Monte Carlo
It offers visitors more than just its world famous Grand Casino. Other leading attractions include old town, palace, harbor setting, and Oceanographic Museum.

2. Saint-Tropez
It's the celebrity-watching mecca of France and has many chic boutiques and restaurants. The nearby Tahiti Beach is famous for topless sun worshipping.

3. Eze
The village of Eze is perched high on a hill overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Eze's medieval stone buildings and meandering alleys take you back in time. Eze is pronounced "ezz" (sort of rhymes with "says").

4. Villefranche-sur-Mer
This picturesque old town has the Cote d'Azur cachet, without the flaunt. It's a pleasant seaside destination for taking a short break from cruising.

5. Cannes
The world famous Cannes Film Festival attracts international film stars and moguls in mid to late May. Unless you're in the biz, this is not the time to visit. Cannes is jammed and the festival excitement occurs in private and sold-out events.

More Nice shore excursion tips & insights
For pre- and post-cruise visitors
The Grand Canyon of Verdon is a Hillman Wonders bronze-medal winner This natural wonder makes an excellent full-day tour.

French cuisine
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