Provence and the Côte d'Azur

The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring this tranquil and picturesque region. Tour through the beautiful Provençal villages and landscapes of the Petit Luberon, take in the glamour of Cannes, enjoy a dish of bouillabaisse in Marseille or go wine-tasting at Châteauneuf-du-Pape: everything you need to know is clearly laid out within colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Provence and the Côte d'Azur with this indispensable travel guide. Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Provence and the Côte d'Azur: Over 15 colour maps help you navigate with easeSimple layout makes it easy to find the information you needComprehensive tours and itineraries of Provence and the Côte d'Azur, designed for every interest and budgetIllustrations show the inside of icons such as Nice's Musée Matisse, the Ephrussi de Rothschild Villa and Gardens on the Cap Ferrat, well-preserved Théâtre Antique et Musée d'Orange in Vaucluse and moreColour photographs of the area's bustling cities and pretty towns, Roman-inspired architecture, white-sand beaches, elegant châteaux, beautiful landscapes and moreDetailed chapters, with area maps, cover the Riviera and the Alpes Maritimes; the Var and the Iles d'Hyres; Bouches-du-Rhône and Nîmes; Vaucluse; and Alpes-de-Haute-ProvenceHistorical and cultural context gives you a richer travel experience: learn about the region's fascinating history and culture, famous artists and writers, local festivals, traditional food and drink including its world-famous wines, striking landscapes and diverse wildlife, unique souvenirs and moreEssential travel tips: our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus how to get around, useful phrases, and visa and health information