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Day Trips from Nice: Exploring the French Riviera's Charms

Destination: Nice, France

    1. Monaco and Eze
    2. Overview: Begin your journey with a visit to the Principality of Monaco, a tiny independent city-state synonymous with luxury and glamour. Admire the Changing of the Guard at the Prince's Palace, stroll through the exotic Jardin Exotique d'Eze, and wander the cobblestone streets of medieval Eze Village, perched high above the sea.
    3. Detailed Description: Start your day early to beat the crowds at Monaco's iconic Monte Carlo Casino, followed by a leisurely walk along the harbor, where multi-million dollar yachts gleam under the sun.随后，驱车向上至鹰巢村（Eze Village），这个中世纪宝石镶嵌在陡峭的岩壁上，提供了地中海无与伦比的景色。在这里，沉浸在芳香的植物园中，或在一家风景如画的咖啡馆里享用午餐，感受时光的缓缓流逝。
    4. Duration: Full Day

    5. Must-Try Delicacy: Monaco’s famous socca, a thin chickpea flour pancake, in one of Monaco's traditional cafes.

    6. Cannes and Antibes

    7. Overview: Venture to Cannes, renowned for its film festival, and explore its glamorous boulevards before heading to Antibes, a town that seamlessly blends old-world charm with modern sophistication.
    8. Detailed Description: Stroll down La Croisette in Cannes, lined with palm trees and designer boutiques, then head to the picturesque Old Port of Antibes, surrounded by colorful fishermen's houses and the impressive Fort Carré. Don't miss the Picasso Museum housed in the Château Grimaldi, where the artist once worked.
    9. Duration: Full Day

    10. Taste of the Town: Indulge in fresh seafood at a waterfront restaurant in Antibes, accompanied by a crisp glass of local rosé wine.

    11. Saint-Paul de Vence

    12. Overview: Discover this artists' haven, a hilltop village that has inspired countless painters and writers over the centuries.
    13. Detailed Description: Meander through narrow winding alleys adorned with artisan workshops, galleries, and charming squares. Visit Fondation Maeght, a modern art museum nestled amidst olive groves, showcasing works by Chagall, Matisse, and more. The village itself is a living gallery, with every corner revealing a new artistic treasure or panoramic vista.
    14. Duration: Half Day
    15. Culinary Highlight: Sample traditional Niçoise cuisine, such as ratatouille and salade niçoise, at a cozy bistro tucked away in the heart of the village.