Is Monaco the same as Nice?
Is Monaco the same as Nice?
For practical purposes, Nice is better, more centralized to visit the hilltowns(ST PAUL, VENCE, TOURETTE SUR LOUP as well as HAUT CAGNES etc) or the beach towns which is between Monaco & Nice. It’s just that Monte Carlo is more upscale, Beverly Hills like. I think most Fodorites prefer Nice. Thanks!
Is Monaco worth a day trip?
It’s a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to the French Riviera and tax free status. It’s also the place where the rich and famous come – full of luxurious hotels, resorts and casinos.
Is Monaco near Nice?
The tiny principality of Monaco lies to the north of Nice, with barely 12 miles (20 km) of Mediterranean coastline separating it from the Riviera capital. Between high-speed rail links, scenic highways, and quick helicopter flights, it’s easy to reach the glamorous enclave in well under an hour.
How do I get from Nice to Eze village?
Nice to Eze by Bus You can either take the bus 82 Plateau the la Justice or the bus 112 Monte Carlo. Both depart from the East side of Nice. So, the buses can be taken on city centre of nice, near the port, and stop on the entrance of Eze Village. The bus ride to the medieval village of Eze usually takes half-an-hour.
Should I go to Nice or Monte Carlo?
It’s a bit more relaxed and suited to tourists. Nice is much larger and more diverse than Monte Carlo. It has more things to see, has a much longer and user friendly beach and has tons more affordable shopping. You can easily take the train to other destinations along the coast, too.
How long should I spend in Monaco?
Since Monaco is a pretty small country, it means that you can easily visit it as a day trip, but of course, there are lots of people who prefers to spend a bit more time here. If you plan to take part in as many activities as possible and take it slow, 3 days 2 nights is sufficient for a stay here.
Is Eze a touristy?
They are both very touristy but Eze more so. I was there in November so not over run by tourists – in fact it was positively deserted which says to me that it is “just” a tourist town. There was one art gallery open, that’s it, all the restaurants, shops, closed. They cater to tourists.
What should you not wear in Monaco?
In Monaco, that means a dress, skirt or pants for women and a shirt or polo shirt with jacket/blazer and trousers for men. Shorts are not recommended for men or women. In terms of footwear, men should wear closed, polished shoes and women can wear high heels, flat shoes or sandals.
Can you wear jeans in Monte Carlo?
Fortunately, appropriate casual attire is permitted in the Atrium and Salle Renaissance rooms from 9am and 2pm respectively. Between 2pm and 7pm, the Salle Europe room permits casual wear, but trainers, sandals and flip flops are not permitted, neither are ripped or stonewashed jeans and sportswear.
What is Eze France known for?
Eze is a beautiful hilltop medieval village in the south of France, between Monaco and Nice. The village is famous for its spectacular views, impressive architecture, and stunning geographical location above the French Riviera.
Does Monaco have nice beaches?
Monaco, located in France has a long coastline along the Mediterranean Sea. There are some amazing beaches near Monaco – natural manmade, pebbly and sandy – prove to be the best summertime destinations one can think of. The major weather of Monaco is usually sunny around the year.
Does Monaco have any beaches?
Plage du Larvotto Beach Larvotto is the principality of Monaco’s most popular sandy beach and the main one with free public access. Covered in smooth imported fine gravel this man-made beach is made up of both private and public areas of beach.
How to get from Eze Village to Monaco?
If you don’t want to hike to Eze-sur-Mer, you can then hop on bus number 112 straight from Eze Village to Monaco. Otherwise bus number 100, the regular bus between Nice and Monaco stops about every half an hour at Eze-sur-Mer. It’s this bus that you’ll need to catch back from Monaco to Nice at the end of the day.
How to get from Monaco to Nice by bus?
Otherwise bus number 100, the regular bus between Nice and Monaco stops about every half an hour at Eze-sur-Mer. It’s this bus that you’ll need to catch back from Monaco to Nice at the end of the day.
Do you need a day to explore Monaco?
Going to nearby Monaco for the day and being able to say you have ticked off one more European country is something that a lot of people do while they are in Nice. But outside of special events Monaco is sure pretty, but it doesn’t quite need a day to explore.
How to get to Eze?
Eze is actually made up of two towns; the old village of Eze located on the top of a rather large hill, and the more modern Eze-sur-Mer (Eze on Sea) that is located by the sea below. You can get a train to Eze-sur-Mere, but it isn’t where you really want to be and you’ll find yourself with a hike up a really step path in order to get to old Eze.