Eze is a medieval hilltop village located on the southern coast of France, and is fairly easy to get to. However as the town is located up on a rocky cliff, you must reach the top via car or bus.
The closest airport to Eze is Nice Côte d’Azur Airport and is about 25 minutes away.
If you are arriving by train, you will come into Eze Station. From there you will need to take an 83 bus up to Eze Village. This takes 15 min, costs €2, and departs every four hours. Otherwise you can take a taxi or a car up to the top.
Eze is a medieval French village known for its beauty and charm.
Eze is located on the top of a rocky cliff and has cute winding cobblestone streets, little shops, art galleries, cafes, restaurants, and hotels.
The best thing to do in Eze is to wander the winding streets and enjoy the breathtaking views from the top over the Mediterranean Sea.
At the top of Eze, you will find Le Jardin Exotique – a mountaintop garden known for its picturesque views of the ocean!
Take a fabulous guided tour of Eze & Monte Carlo! Enjoy visiting the Formula One Grand Prix track, Monte Carlo Casino, and the Prince’s Palace in Monaco; the Fragonard perfume factory in Eze; and the hilltop village of La Turbie. This is the #1 tour in the area! Reserve your spots here.
If you’re looking to see some of the French Riviera’s most popular sights, this French Riviera Small-Group NiceCar Tour from Nice is fabulous! Make stops at Batterie du Mont Boron, St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Villefranche-sur-Mer, and Eze – plus, take a perfume workshop at Parfumerie Galimard! This is tour is so much fun! Reserve your spot here.
Eze isn’t far from other great towns to visit such as Cannes, Monte Carlo, & Nice! You can quickly get to all three via train from Eze Station.
I’ve also compiled a list of recommended activities or tours you can do in the area – here.
Want to see more of France? Visit the beautiful cities of Annecy, Colmar, Chamonix, Marseille, or Paris!
If you are looking for ambience, there are several cafes and restaurants throughout the hillside village.
The most highly recommended restaurant is Le Nid d’Aigle, which has beautiful indoor & outdoor seating and serves delicious pasta & seafood.
Visit Le Cactus for authentic French cuisine including crepes & galettes!
Château Eza has a gorgeous hotel restaurant with stunning views. Just make sure to make a reservation!
Hôtel Château de La Chèvre d’Or is another great hotel in Eze village that has three restaurants and a bar. Make sure to make a reservation here as well!
If you are looking for the top Michelin star rated restaurants in other towns surrounding Eze, look no further than here.
There are several fantastic hotels in this small town!
If you are looking for luxury hotel recommendations, I highly recommend –
All are fabulous places to stay!
For more great hotel options, check out the recommendations further down the page. Prices and availability vary depending on the season.
The weather here varies depending on what time of year it is and the current weather patterns.
The warm season lasts from June to September, with an average daily temperature above 76°F. The hottest month of the year in Èze is August, with an average high of 81°F and low of 69°F.
The cool season lasts from November to March, with an average daily temperature below 60°F. The coldest month of the year in Èze is January, with an average low of 42°F and high of 55°F.
Traveling with kids? Teddy Traveler has compiled a list of his favorite activities for you and your kids to do while here! Here are some of his favorites –
Explore the old town of Eze, and let your kids wander the little lanes & enjoy the unique plants at the hilltop garden! From there they can also look down to the sea and experience spectacular views!
Take a picnic or enjoy one of the little cafes in the old town!
Spend the day at the beach at Plage d’Èze!
Visit Monte Carlo nearby and take a little train ride around town!
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Looking for things to do? Try one of these recommended activities or tours!
Trying to find the perfect place to stay? Check out our hotel recommendations!