Beausoleil is known as the 'Balcony on the Mediterranean'. Rising high above Monaco you will find that all Monaco has to offer is on your doorstep and also activities, sights and scenery totally unique to Beausoleil, A French town with an Italian heritage at the back door of the Monagasque Principality.
Visit the sports and Leisure Park, Beausoleil
Le Parc des Sports et Loisir André Vanco is situated in the heights of Beausoleil, away from the main streets, in an area also known as Devens.
Apart from having amazing sea views there is lots of space to facilitate 8 tennis courts and club house, football stadium, basketball, ping pong, playground, pic-nic areas, an amphitheatre and restaurants.
Go for the day
The park is high above Beausoleil's main streets, plan to spend the whole day to get the most out of it.
Go to the beach
Beausoleil doesn't have it's own beachfront but, with it's streets running into the Principality, the beach is not far away.
Larvotto beach is accessed by descending one Beausoleils many staircases or in one of the municipal lifts found in Monaco. The beach is unpretentious and family orientated with great facilities; changing rooms, showers, toilets, restaurants, bars, shops and slides and climbing frames to help keep them entertained.
Get there early
To secure a shady spot under a parasol pine, near the beach's kiddies playground.
Day trip in Monaco
Monaco is just a street away and everywhere is within walking distance. Take advantage of the proximity and visit Monaco.
See the underwater world at the Oceanographic Museum, take a turn on the summer rides on Port Hercule or the Winter Fair at the end of the year. Go to the outdoor cinema or visit one of the many permanent playgrounds.
Check 'what to do in Monaco'
For More ideas and photos of what's going on in Monaco.
What to do in Beausoleil
For couples
Visit Riviera Palace, Beausoleil
The Belle Epoch era in the South of France was inspired by the many wealthy visitors who came to the South of France to speand the Winter season. Wealthy beyond imagination as, at this time only the very wealthy could afford the time and cost of travelling.
Grand hotels were being built to entice rich tourists and each new one that was constructed was touted as more grand than the next. The Riviera Palace hotel claimed to be the grandest of all. Visit the winter gardens and stunning glass house for, at the very least, the most panoramic view over Beausoliel.
Check with the tourist office in Beausoleil
Book a guided tour. It is only possible to go with a guide as it is no longer run as a hotel and spaces are limited.
Take a walking tour through Beausoleil
There are several routes mapped out on a tourist map available in the tourist office. One of which will surely suit your interests. Wander through the streets on a route that takes you passed some of the best examples of Belle Epoch architecture.
Or follow the ancient Roman route of Via Julia, built by Emperor Augustus in a tribute to his adored wife, that joins up with the roman route of Via Aurelia. Climb the hills for a botanical look at Beausoleil which will take you up onto Mont des Mules.
Pick up a map in the tourist office in Beausoleil
Bring a picnic and a camera for the stunning scenery and find a shady spot to rest and dine with the best views on this part of the Riviera.
What to do in Beausoleil
For a group of Friends
Partying in Beausoleil
Beausoleil is ideally placed to take full advantage of French prices and Monaco's nightlife. The summer season sees Monaco burst into life. Beautiful women and stunning cars crusing slowly around the tiny streets indicate the start of the party season.
The bars, clubs and restaurants are alive with wealthy clientele all intent on having a good time and relaxing for the summer on the French Riviera. Get into the vibe, dress up and hit some of the nightspots to party with the beautiful people.
Remember the names
Jimmyz, the ultimate Monaco club, Sass for intimate vibe, Rascasse for live music and young crowd, ultra chic Zebra Square and Karement.
Take advantage of your location
Beausoleil is a great place to stay while visiting Monaco. Essentially it is Monaco's back garden so you can avail of everything Monaco has to offer too.
Go to the beach for the day, go to the outdoor cinema high on 'The Rock', go shopping in the fabulous Metropole centre, Listen to jazz on the beach at Le Note Blue or gamble the night away in the famous Monte Carlo casino. It's all on your doorstep.
Look at 'what to do in Monaco
For more ideas of what is available to you if you rent a holiday apartment in Beausoleil
Take a memorable trip to Beausoleil
The fastest, most glamourous, most exciting and ultimate way to arrive at your holiday rental in Beausoleil is to take a helicopter trip from Nice airport. There are daily scheduled flights and the trip takes just 7 minutes.
You will land at the helipad in Monaco's Fontvieille area and get to see the absolute best viewpoint of the entire riviera. If you are a group of firends travelling together and can share the price then it is not such an extravagance and is certainly memorable.
Book online
You'll find contact details for the flight operators in the RG Directory.
Renting holiday lets in Beausoleil
Hopefully these suggestions can help to make your holiday in Beausoleil all the more enjoyable. If you are interested to check out availability for holiday rentals and vacation villas in Beausoleil then please use the facility below or click on 'Browse Rentals' in the main menu to see all that we have available to holiday let.
Super apartment with shared swimming pool in Monaco / Beausoleil. It's only a few steps from the Principality of Monaco. Special offers for last minute bookings or long term rentals. Breathless sea view across the Azur sea. Easy local travel by bus.
“A superb apartment in a superb location.”- Riviera Rental Guide
Superb Penthouse apartment with incredible panoramic views overlooking Monaco and Monte Carlo. The low cost luxury apartment for all Monaco business and holidays. This is the perfect apartment for your trip to Monaco.
A fresh, spacious 2 bedroom apartment with balconies offers wonderful sea views over Monaco and the deep blue Mediterranean sea. Close to shops, markets and Monaco beach and within easy walking distance of all of Monaco.
Like us on Facebook to stay up to date with what's happening in Beausoleil.
Also, our Facebook Fans are entitled to an exclusive 5% discount on any Beausoleil villa or apartment rental.
Bedrooms: 4
