This practical travel guide to Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur features detailed factual travel tips and points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and do will make it a perfect companion both, ahead of your trip and on the ground. This Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur guide book is packed full of details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information and top time-saving tips, including a visual list of things not to miss. Our colour-coded maps make Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur easier to navigate while you're there. This guide book to Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur has been fully updated post-COVID-19.
The Rough Guide to Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur covers: Marseille and around; Arles and the Camargue; Avignon and the Vaucluse; Aix-en-Provence, the Durance and the Luberon; the Haut Var and Haute Provence; Toulon and the Southern Var; Cannes and the Western Riviera; Nice and the Eastern Riviera.
Inside this Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur travel guide you'll find:
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER
Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Calanques, to family activities in child-friendly places like Arles, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Grand Canyon du Verdon.
PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS
Essential pre-departure information including Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more.
TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES
Includes carefully planned routes covering the best of Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur, which give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip.
DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE
Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter of this Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur travel guide includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options.
INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL
Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for boat trips, exploring ancient sites, hiking, kayaking or trying local-grown produce.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS
Rough Guides' rundown of Nice, Cannes, Marseille and Monaco's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur, even in a short time.
HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS
Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur guide book will help you find the best places, matching different needs.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter of this travel guide to Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur features fascinating insights into Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.
FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY
Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Vieux Port, and the spectacular Pont du Gard.
COLOUR-CODED MAPPING
Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Calanques, Monaco, and many more locations in Provence & the CĂŽte d'Azur, reduce the need to go online.
USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT
With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.