The back story 1
In-depth stories behind the list.
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The back story
The coast by train: the back story
One railway runs the length of the Riviera, by the sea for much of the way: the easiest, cheapest way to see the coast.
13 of the best · the French Riviera, France
Getting to and Around the French Riviera
Nice airport, the tram, the coastal railway, Zou! coaches, boats to the islands and Saint-Tropez, and helicopters to Monaco.
Our 13 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
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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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Tram to the centre in under 30 minutes
Nice Côte d’Azur Airport
The Riviera’s main airport, on the sea at the western edge of Nice.
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The back story
The coast by train: the back story
One railway runs the length of the Riviera, by the sea for much of the way: the easiest, cheapest way to see the coast.
The full list: Getting Around, A–Z
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Neighbourhood
Airport & helicopters 3
Arriving on the Riviera.
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Tram to the centre in under 30 minutes
Nice Côte d’Azur Airport
The Riviera’s main airport, on the sea at the western edge of Nice.
Main railway stations 5
The coastal line.
Trams & coaches 2
Around town.
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Lines 1, 2 and 3
Nice tram
Three tram lines across Nice, including line 2 from the airport to the port.
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Boats 2
Islands and the gulf.
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Lérins, Saint-Tropez and Monaco
Trans Côte d’Azur
Boats from Cannes to the Îles de Lérins, Saint-Tropez and Monaco.
20 quai Saint-Pierre, 06400 CannesExplore View on map
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