Èze, France

Èze

A medieval village perched on a rock high above the Riviera.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Èze

Day 1

  1. MorningClimb up through the medieval lanes to the Exotic Garden at the top, with cacti and views over the whole coast.
  2. AfternoonWalk down the steep Nietzsche path through the pines to the sea at Èze-sur-Mer and swim.
  3. EveningHave dinner with a sea view in the village, or in nearby Villefranche.

Day 2

Visit Monaco, or the perfume factories of Fragonard and Galimard.

What to eat

Socca, a chickpea pancake, and a glass of Provence rosé.

Local tips

Make the most of Èze

Beat the crowds

The village is tiny and fills up midday. Arrive early or late in the afternoon.

Best photo spot

The exotic garden at the top of the village has the best view over the Riviera.

Getting there

Buses run from Nice and Monaco. Park at the foot of the village and walk up.

Don't miss nearby

The Nietzsche path winds down from the village to the sea, about an hour's walk.

Good to know

The village streets are steep and stepped: bring comfortable shoes.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Èze

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Plan your visit

Getting to Èze

Getting there

  • Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)14 km away
  • Genoa Airport (GOA)140 km away
  • Nice8 km away
  • Genoa145 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypePopular town
Good forCoast, Old towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryFrance

Questions

Èze: good to know

Is Èze worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like the coast and historic old towns. A medieval village perched on a rock high above the Riviera.

How many days do you need in Èze?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Èze?

You can visit all year. The village is tiny and fills up midday. Arrive early or late in the afternoon.

How do you get to Èze?

The nearest airport is Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE), about 14 km away. Buses run from Nice and Monaco. Park at the foot of the village and walk up.

What is there to see near Èze?

Nearby hidden places include Nice (8.3 km), Moustiers-Sainte-Marie (93 km) and Valensole Lavender (111 km).

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