Inspiration on the Côte d'Azur
Inspiration
Villefranche-sur-Mer
Rue Obscure – The “dark” street in Villefranche-sur-Mer
This hidden, covered passageway is one of the city's most fascinating historical testimonies and a must-see when visiting the charming port city on the Côte d'Azur.
Saint-Tropez
Things to see and do in Saint-Tropez
Here's an overview of what to see and do in Saint-Tropez. From museums to excursions, squares and historical sites.
Nice
Rooftop bars in Nice – Enjoy the view of the Côte d’Azur
Nice has a number of fantastic rooftop bars where you can enjoy a cocktail, lunch or dinner overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and the beautiful city skyline.
Tourrettes-sur-Loup
Gorges du Loup – A scenic gem at Tourrettes-sur-Loup
Gorges du Loup is a spectacular gorge located in the scenic hinterland of the French Riviera, close to the charming medieval town of Tourrettes-sur-Loup.
Baguette recipe – how to bake the perfect French baguette
Where to stay on the Côte d’Azur?
Here's a guide to the best places to stay on the Côte d'Azur, whether you're looking for luxury, authenticity or a family-friendly environment.
Cannes
Things to do in Cannes
Here you will get a comprehensive overview of things to do and experiencing in Cannes. From museums to squares and historical sites.
Nice
The Best Things to See and Experience in Nice
Here you get a comprehensive overview of what's worth seeing and experiencing in Nice. From museums to excursions, squares and historic sites.
Pastis Drink – 10 recipes for delicious drinks with pastis
Enjoy a pastis drink and let yourself dream of the sun-drenched streets of Provence with the unmistakable taste of pastis.
French Christmas traditions
Get into the Christmas spirit with Vanessa Balsby, editor of Club Danois. She talks about her encounter with the French Christmas traditions, which are quite different from the Danish ones.
Marina Baie des Anges – The Pyramids of Villeneuve-Loubet
Get the story behind the iconic masterpiece Marina Baie des Anges - The Pyramids of Villeneuve-Loubet.
Antibes
Absinthe Bar & Museum in Antibes
Don't miss this truly extraordinary experience tucked underground in a local souvenir shop and down in a 9th-century vaulted cellar.
5 refreshing cocktails with pastis
Embark on an anise-tasting experience with these 5 recipes for exciting and refreshing cocktails with pastis.
Monaco
Grimaldi family on the Côte d’Azur
The Grimaldi family name has unmistakable associations with Italian ancestry, appearing in an astonishing number of geographical place names, historic buildings and famous events on the French Riviera.
Inspiration
Pétanque – the rules and a bit of history
How to play pétanque - watch the video and get the rules and a bit of background on this game that the French in particular are born with!
Vence
Vence hotels in Vence
Here you'll find an overview of hotels in Vence - one of the most charming medieval towns on the Côte d'Azur, just a 20-minute drive from Nice.
Vandreture
The best coastal walks on the Côte-d’Azur
If you are fascinated by the crystal-clear glittering southern French Mediterranean Sea, then these coastal hiking trails on the Côte-d'Azur are just for you.
Experience the Côte d’Azur from the sea – by boat, ferry or sailing trip
Here are some of the best boat trips on the Côte d'Azur. Discover Villefranche, St. Tropez, Sainte-Marguerite or an evening trip with a solar-powered boat.
Inspiration
What to do in Nice in 1, 2 or 3 days?
Here are CityXee's suggestions for the experiences that can turn your vacation into a true adventure - whether you have one, two or three days in the city.
Vence
Villa Alexandrine in Vence
La Villa Alexandrine in Vence—exceptional Belle Époque architecture—which today houses the local tourist office and the museum dedicated to the Polish writer Gombrowicz.
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Excursions
Excursions on the Côte d’Azur
The Côte d'Azur offers a range of excursions in all categories. Here you can find inspiration and book your upcoming excursions.
History of our products
The Mistral – southern France’s wild wind with deadly force
The mistral is as fundamental a part of Provence as the sunny weather, and it affects most of the ...
Mad & Vin
Eat yourself happy in the Provencal sun kitchen
The cuisine of Provence is based on simple, good and tasty ingredients, filled to the brim with sun, summer and salt water.
Mad & Vin
Pastis – what exactly is it?
What is Pastis and where did it come from. Get behind the cult drink of Provence and get a nice recipe for your next summer holiday Pastis.
Inspiration
Top 20: The most popular and unforgettable experiences on the Côte d’Azur
Our Top 20 list guides you to the biggest and most memorable experiences in and around Nice, Cannes and Antibes - and shows you exactly what not to miss when visiting the Côte d'Azur.
Why we started cityxee.com
Based on a true story and how a chance meeting one night in Vence confirmed the idea of making cityxee.com a reality.
Welcome to cityxee.com
We created cityxee.com (pronounced city see) to give you a simple overview of experiences on the Côte d'Azur and inspiration to explore the cities' famous and lesser known cultural treasures:-)
Mad & Vin
The wine region Provence & Côte d’Azur
The classic, world-famous Provence Wine area spreads out nicely, not least with many small villages and a widespread wine production.
History of our products
The story behind the the wash-houses
Almost every French city has a washhouse, but what’s their history in French culture and what started the mass-construction of these in the mid-19th century?
