Magnificently situated on the Boie des Anges at the mouth of the River Paillon is Nice, with its fine seafront, delightful climate and luxurious provision for catering to visitors, which makes it a centre to explore the Riviera in both directions.

Cannes

A few miles away Cannes - sophisticated, aristocratic Cannes. Not as big as Nice, but perhaps smarter and more frequented by the “International Set”. Scores of magnificent hotels and hundreds of opulent villas recommend her popularity.

Specialities of food and drink

French food is renowned the world over. Here in the South of France you can find almost anything you want at almost any price you wish to pay. Try…

• Bouillabaisse
• Purée de Marrons
• Socca
• Soupe au Pistau
• Salade Niçoise
• Soupe de Poissons
• Loupe Flambé
• Pâté de Foie Gras
• Snails Cooked in Garlic
• Saddle of Spring Lamb done in White Wine and Chopped Tarragon

There are many local dishes - all excellent. Wines are served with all meals and range from good to excellent. Try Vin du Bellet, Rosé du Var, St. Jeannet, Côtes de Provence, Vins des Maures.

What to buy

Lingerie, blouses, gloves, laces, china, glass, wines, perfumes, umbrellas. Costume jewellery and local souvenirs.

Night Clubs:

• Maxims
• Folies Clubs
• Plantation
• Cha-Cha

Casinos:

• Palais de la Mediterranée
• Casino Municipal

Shopping in Nice

Department stores:

• Galéries Lafayette, 6 Av. de la Victoire
• La Riviera, 46 Av. de la Victoire

Men's Wear:

• Coucke, 4 Av. Gustave V

Women's Wear:

• Marie-Therese, 7 Av. Gustave V
• Yllen, 6 Jardin du Roi Albert lei
• Meg, 12 Av. de Verdun
• Gray, 5 rue Paradis

Blouses and Lingerie:

• Au Diable Rose, 13 rue Massena
• Coppelia, 1 rue Croix de Marbre

Leather and Evening bags:

• Yolande Perugia, 6 Av. Gustave V
• Louis Vuitton, 2 Av. Gustave V

Perfume:

• Azur Parfums, 48 Av. de la Victoire
• Royal Parfums, 11 Av. de la Victoire
• Pierre Jacy, Promenade des Anglais

Places of Interest

Côte d'Azur

• Within easy reach of Villefranche lie the Riviera's most famous resorts
  • Nice
  • Cannes
  • Monte Carlo
  • Juan les Pins
  • Beaulieu
  • Antibes

All with a sophisticated grandeur and beauty which will delight the traveller.

Away from the coast is Grasse - where the French make their perfumes, the little townships of St. Paul de Vence, Gourdon, La Turbie. The entire area is beautiful.

A must is to drive over the Corniche roads giving an unequalled panorama. All along the coast are charming resorts marvellous restaurants and hotels. Wonderful scenery and every amenity.

Facilities for golf, swimming, yachting, fishing, riding. Whatever you want you'll find it on the Côte d'Azur.