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Discover the best top things to do in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France including Ile du Planier, Ile Maire, Ile Riou, Le Petit et Le Grand Congloue, Chateau d'If, Iles de Lerins, Ile Saint-Honorat, Ile des Embiez, Ile de la Barthelasse, Ile Sainte-Marguerite.
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1. Ile du Planier
2. Ile Maire
3. Ile Riou
4. Le Petit et Le Grand Congloue
5. Chateau d'If
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,725 reviews
This famous fortress, standing on a rocky island off the coast of Marseille, was immortalised by Alexandre Dumas in The Count of Monte Cristo as the prison where the novel’s hero, Edmond Dantes, was incarcerated before ultimately escaping. The castle was built by Francois I in 1524 and over the centuries it gained a fearsome reputation as many opponents of royal power were jailed and died in the fortress. The Castle of If has been perfectly preserved and is one of the most impressive historical sites on the Mediterranean coastline. Open: > 15th May to 20th September: from 9.30 a.m. to 6.15 p.m. > 21st September to 14th May: from 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. The last visit depends on the timetable of boats, information at the tourist information center, on our website monuments-nationaux.fr or on Frioul If express. Closed: > Mondays from 21st September to 14th May. > 1st January, 25th December and subject to bad weather. Admission fees: Adults : 5,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 4 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups.
Reviewed By tanyac179 - Surrey, United Kingdom
We opted for this trip as part of our Marseille tourist pass. Enjoyable boat ride (great views on boat) in lovely warm weather and you can spend as much time as you like walking around. Fascinating history - there is no lift & area is uneven which was a little bit difficult for our elderly relatives but we had plenty of time to explore which helped. Walk up is steep in parts too. Nice cafe with wonderful view and prices not too bad - we just had drinks & ice cream.
6. Iles de Lerins
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,094 reviews
Two islands just a boat ride from Cannes, Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat, are covered by eucalyptus and pine forests and are home to Fort Royal.
Reviewed By Rightriviera - Cannes, France
so worth the visit, either by charter crossing or a private hire boat, the views back looking onto Cannes are stunning, the water is fresh and clear, perfect for a picnic and a cool swim
7. Ile Saint-Honorat
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 298 reviews
Reviewed By Simy183 - Wendover, United Kingdom
I've been coming down to the Cannes area every year for the last 10 years. I'd been to Sainte Marguerite a few times and have loved walking around the island. I now can't believe that I hadn't been to Saint Honorat. It's a smaller island, but I found it better kept and much more peaceful. It was a beautiful walk around the edge of the island, taking in the gorgeous blue sea, the amazing smell of the fauna and vineyards and visiting the amazing monastery sitting right on the edge of the sea. Highly recommend.
8. Ile des Embiez
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 899 reviews
Ile des Embiez is located in south of France, in the Var Department (83), between Marseille and Toulon, in front of Six-Fours-les-Plages. The "natural island" is accessible all the year from the Brusc Marina in Six-Fours. Various accommodation facilities, restaurants, leisure, marina, seminars and events... on site.
9. Ile de la Barthelasse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 455 reviews
Reviewed By anagP6520XJ - Sydney, Australia
This is a great little town with lots of history and great photo opportunities. This is a lovely place to just hang out and enjoy the view. Lovely atmosphere.
10. Ile Sainte-Marguerite
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,528 reviews
Reviewed By ksarman - Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar
genuine environment ! departure from Cannes at 07.30 arrival 15 mins after, the island is quiet and empty for few hours only smell of the pin trees and flowers, cigadas songs and small wild beaches a paradise, walk around and admire the panoramas on Cannes and Esterel or on Saint Honorat Island at 10 h30 the crowd is here , time to leave! super morning you can buy your ticket online or a the tourism office if you dont want to stand in line
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