I meant to visit the Château d'if on a Monday but it was closed and ended up at Îles du Frioule…read morehiking around and viewing amazing sights. I'm not sure what used to lay beyond the harbor but the seemingly old military buildings are all but crumbled. The hike around the island requires comfortable boots and if the seas are rough being a wind breaker. I was soaked by a rogue wave on the boat ride over! There isn't much beyond the initial row of restaurants except for a few abandoned basketball and tennis courts. Most of the restaurants have similar food and wifi available. Don't expect much in the off season for quality but you will find a friendly host. If you're an outdoor adventurer be sure to add Îles du Frioule on your list of things to see!

This tiny archipelago consists of four islands: Omègues, Ratonneau, If and Tiboulen and is right…read moreoff the shore of the Vieux Port, only a short 45 minute boat ride away. The islands (and the whole coastline of Marseille) are beautiful with their white cliffs, crystal-clear blue water, breathtaking calanques (rocky inlets), and sandy beaches. It is really a paradise. My first day in Marseille, I was lucky enough to get on the last ferry of the afternoon leaving Quai des Belges. I arrived on the main island just in time to run to where I could catch the last rays of the sun setting through a heart-shaped hole in the rocks. What a picture! However, my most lasting memory is from the pier, where I waited for the ferry to take me back to Marseille. It was evening and dozens of men were on the pier with their lanterns fishing for squid. I had never seen anyone catch squid before! They must be easy to catch, because the pier was just covered with squid writhing and gasping their last breaths. What a noise. I'll never forget the sight and sound of hundreds of squid, illuminated by lanterns, gasping for breath.

Beach in Cannes? Nice. The water isn't super duper awesome or anything, but it's still nice to walk…read morealong the beach. It's a good relaxing walk, and it's not too crowded. You can walk on the road or by the beach, and there are some pretty nice views as well.

Love this adorable small town in the south of France near nice. It's a quaint village perched high…read moreon a hillside and is foot traffic only. Stunning views of the sea and surrounding area. It has narrow streets and a lot of steps. Plenty of small eateries, bakery's and gelato shops to stop for a snack. It was a perfect place to spend a few hours.

Saint-Paul de Vence is such a charming town. It is one of the oldest Medieval towns on the French…read moreRiviera. Many artists drew inspiration in this serene village. Pablo Picasso worked here. Gene Wilder and Gilda Radner were married here. Marc Chagall lived here creating many beautiful pieces. He and his family are buried in the cemetery at the end of the path. Look for the grave covered in stones to the right. Today, Saint-Paul de Vence is filled with so many art galleries. From classic to contemporary to pop art, it is fun to pop in and out of the galleries.

This is the part of Nice that has a romantic Bohemian charm. Set on the hills overlooking the…read moreMediterranean Sea, it has long been the summer home of some of the world's rich and famous. Elton John and Steven Spielberg have owned homes here. Narrow medieval streets with winding alley ways are lit at night by old lamps which expose multi-colored French balconies, windows and beautifully colored red tiled roof buildings with rich histories. Street performers entertain in the evenings as you stroll through the narrow streets. Colorful and artistic personalities seem to gravitate to this part of town. Bars and restaurants are plentiful and diverse offering a wide range of cuisines. Some restaurants can be pricey like Le Boudoir and Di Piu but you can also find less expensive fare. It gets very hot in the summer but Old town Nice is blessed with many shade trees and the breeze from the sea is welcomed.. Small unique shops that sell local soaps, boutique clothing and perfumes can be found. There are also some more modern shops. Open air markets selling flowers, candies and sea food add much to the overall vibe of this area of Nice. I love gelato and thought the French have a nice version but I prefer Italian gelato.

The first time I went to Vieux Nice, I remember wanting to live here, in one of those apartments…read morewith the view of the streets below. Old Town Nice is the place to be for a genuine French experience. There's so many little shops and restaurants around and most of the people speak english, so it's very helpful. They do appreciate you making the effort to speak french though, so make that effort above all else. I love the small little lanes and cobblestone roads, it's very beautiful and lovely. I love seeing that after all these years, they manage to keep this part of France so old fashioned, just how I like it.

We came as part of ocean cruise which docked in Marseille. Visit was super especially due to the…read moreearly Apr weather. We got to wander around the market and other parts of city. If in the area be sure to stop by to enjoy the market, buy stuff and see how the residents shop.

Everyone I spoke with before going to Nice said I had to visit Marché aux Fleurs on Cours Saleya in…read moreVieux Nice, and now I understand why. Every morning (except Monday), there is a beautiful farmers' market in the middle of Cours Saleya that offers everything from herbs to hats. I initially went around 7am, while all of the vendors were setting up. Not many people were around, and it was very cool seeing the market take shape. I later returned at noon, and the street was absolutely teeming with tourists and locals alike. It doesn't take much time there to appreciate the vast cornucopia that is Marché aux Fleurs, so I highly recommend strolling down Cours Saleya during business hours! Happily, Clayton Cohn

From the owner: Des platanes et des thermes Le cours Sextius est connu surtout pour ses thermes datant de l'époque…read moregréco-romaine. Toujours en activité ils abritent aujourd'hui un hôtel chic et un établissement thermal. Restaurants, bars et boutiques sont aussi l'apanage de ce cours où les platanes qui le borde donnent une certaine fraîcheur.