6 of the best · the French Riviera, France
New Developments on the French Riviera
A park extension and a museum renovation in Nice, a market rebuilt in Cannes, the airport tram and a new harbour office in Saint-Tropez: what’s open and what’s under way.
Our 6 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
What's onThis week in the French Riviera
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Insiders' picks
Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love the Riviera.
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Open
Nice tram and the airport
Tram line 2 links both airport terminals to the city centre and the port.
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Under way
Promenade du Paillon, phase 2
The second phase of Nice’s central park, including the MAMAC renovation.
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Transport 2
Tram and rail.
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Open
Nice Saint-Augustin station
The railway station beside the airport, linked to the terminals by tram.
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Open
Nice tram and the airport
Tram line 2 links both airport terminals to the city centre and the port.
Places 4
Parks, museums and markets.
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Closed since 7 January 2024
MAMAC, Nice
Nice’s museum of modern and contemporary art, closed for renovation.
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Under way
Promenade du Paillon, phase 2
The second phase of Nice’s central park, including the MAMAC renovation.
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