Cannes, Cocktails & Côte d’Azur: 9 Days in the South of France

Check-In: La Pérouse — Perched just above the Old Town with panoramic sea views and classic Riviera charm, it’s the perfect blend of elegance and location.

Afternoon: Stroll the Promenade des Anglais, grab gelato in Old Town.

Evening: Dinner at Le Plongeoir—a showstopper of a spot perched atop pillars in the sea. The views are next-level, the seafood is fresh, and the vibe is unmatched. Reservations are a must (like, weeks in advance) if you want to score a table with that iconic sunset backdrop.

Optional Night Out: Apéro & dancing at Le Hussard, or rooftop cocktails at Farago on the Roof.

Morning: Brunch at Paper Plane or La Popote d’Ondine.

Afternoon: Reserve sunbeds at Ruhl Plage or Le Galet for a chic beach day.

Evening: Dinner at Le Panier, a cozy-chic bistro tucked into the heart of Old Town. Expect Mediterranean plates with a modern twist and a buzzy local crowd.

Morning: Bus to Eze (trust me—the bus will drop you at the top, whereas the train will drop you at the bottom and you’ll have to climb A LOT) — explore Jardin Exotique + Château de la Chèvre d’Or + a perfume workshop with Galimard.

Lunch: La Chèvre d’Or Terrace (splurge-worthy, Michelin-starred views).

Afternoon: Continue to Monaco (at this point, take the train)— visit the Casino, Café de Paris, and designer boutiques + dinner at Moshi Moshi Sushi Bar.

Late Morning: Train or Uber to Villefranche-sur-Mer (10 min ride).

Beach: Spend the day at Plage des Marinières or rent a boat for a half-day coastal cruise.

Lunch: Welcome Hotel terrace or Les Garçons.

Evening: Return to Nice for dinner & drinks at Bella Celia.

Check-In: Cap d’Antibes Beach Hotel—sleek, modern, and tucked into a quiet cove with its own private beach. The vibe is polished but relaxed.

Afternoon: Explore Old Town, Antibes & local markets. Shop at local concept stores and boutiques.

Evening: Sunset cocktails at Belles Rives bar and dinner at Cap Riviera, a beachfront gem with elevated Mediterranean fare and romantic views of the bay. Come for the seafood, stay for the sunset.

Day: Rent loungers at Plage Keller or Belles Rives’ private beach. You can also grab a spot at Plage de Juan les Pins for a more lowkey beach day.

Lunch: On the beach with chilled rosé and seafood platters or head to YaYa right off Plage de Juan les Pines

Evening: Head to Pam-Pam for a tropical cocktail night (kitschy and fun).

Check-In: Carlton Cannes—newly reimagined and dripping in Riviera glamor, this iconic hotel is the definition of a grand entrance.

Afternoon: Shop along Rue d’Antibes and La Croisette (Chanel to Zara).

Evening: Dinner at L’Alba followed by rooftop drinks at Le Roof or cocktail bar Chrystie.

Option A: Charter a boat or ferry to Île Sainte-Marguerite for a quiet beach day.

Option B: Book beds at Hyde Beach or La Môme Plage for another glamorous beach club day.

Evening: Skip the scene and head to Black Sails—A Pirate Tavern. Equal parts theatrical and delicious, this fun spot serves up elevated tavern fare with a side of swagger.

Morning: Take the ferry to Saint-Tropez (~1.5 hrs) & buy your tickets in advance during the summer months.

Beach Club: Reserve beds at Club 55, Gigi Ramatuelle, or Shellona if you want a DJ.

Lunch: Beach Club Vibes—barefoot, bubbly, and chic

Evening: Take a car (only one ferry back that leaves way too early) back to Cannes for your last night. Then have dinner at Il Viaggio.