9 Best Things To Do In Vence, France

things to do in Vence France
Patricia
Patricia 
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Vence, France is a romantic commune in the hills, known for its charming beauty and ethereal architecture. It’s a small picturesque town filled with boutiques and cafes. You can spend the day strolling around the town, taking photos of its design and architecture. The food offered in this part of France is also amazing. Tourists who came from the famous Cannes Film Festival often visit Vence, France, as a detour to sightsee and make the most out of their vacation. If you want romance and a relaxing feel, then Vence, France is a must. We collected a list of things to do in Vence, France for your own reference so scroll down to find out more.

1. Say a little prayer at The Rosary Chapel

Vence - Matisse chapel
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Henri Matisse is a popular expressionist painter and draughtsman. Matisse is known for his classic works such as “Le bonheur de Vivre” and “Blue Nude.” Little do people know that Matisse also designed a church back in the day. And that church is the famous Rosary Chapel. The chapel looks small from outside but once you enter the quaint door, you will see the marvelous expressionist designs of Henri Matisse. The marble floor plus the three wall painting that represents the Way of the Cross, the Virgin and Child, and Saint Dominic, will give you an out of body experience.

The Rosary Chapel

Address: 466 Avenue Henri Matisse, 06140 Vence, France

Website: The Rosary Chapel

Opening hours: Tue - Sat: 10am - 12pm (closed on Sun & Mon)

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2. Visit Villa Alexandrine

Villa Alexandrine - RDC Office de Tourisme de Vence

Posted by Vence Tourisme on Tuesday, 10 October 2017

What’s a visit to Vence without a little art and culture? Start your holiday by visiting Villa Alexandrine museum. This used to be a simple quaint villa that caught the attention of the Ministry of Culture of the Government of Poland. They collaborated with the local city to create a museum and exhibition dedicated to Witold Gombrowicz. Witold Gombrowicz is a famous Polish playwright. Poland’s Ministry of Culture collaborated to renovate the Villa Alexandrine and turn it into the destination that it is today.

Villa Alexandrine

Address: 36 Rue du 8 Mai 1945, 06140 Vence, France

Website: Villa Alexandrine

Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 11am - 6pm (closed on Mon)

Price: 5 USD

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3. Conquer Circuit des Blaquières trail


Outside the iconic walls and streets of Vence, Francs is a hiking trail that will let you step up your sports game. Circuit des Blaquières is a hiking trail that will give you a panoramic view of Vence, France. The trail will remind you of the Sicilian and Mediterranean sights. The trees around these gorgeous trails also have symbolic representation. The start of the trail can be easy but it will get a bit dangerous in the middle so make sure that you are wearing your most comfortable shoes when traversing this trail.

Circuit des Blaquières

Address: 947-1699 Route de Coursegoules, 06140 Vence, France

Website: Circuit des Blaquières

Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)

Price: Free

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4. Dine at L'Ambroisie

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Vence is known for its cute coffee shops and restaurants. One of the chicest restaurants in the town is L'Ambroisie. The restaurant’s building used to be a chapel. It has been transformed into an airy restaurant complete with French contemporary artworks to indulge any art enthusiast’s eyes. The restaurant is headed by Bruno Seillery, a chef whose passion is cooking the most delicious French cuisines. They offer dishes based on seasonal ingredients making sure that you only eat the freshest food. They also have a good list of fine wine. L'Ambroisie is the perfect way to end your glamourous French holiday.

L'Ambroisie

Address: 37 Avenue Alphonse Toreille, 06140 Vence, France

Website: L'Ambroisie

Opening hours: Mon - Tue: 7pm - 10:30pm; Thu - Sun: 12pm - 1:30pm, 7:30pm - 10:30pm (closed on Wed)

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5. Take part in a wine tour with Azur Wine Tours


What’s a trip to France without joining a wine tour? When you’re in Vence, France, make sure to join Azur Wine Tours. The aim of this small wine tour company is to showcase the best of French wine to its visitors. Guests can be exposed to various vineyards and get hands-on lessons on how the wines are produced. They will also participate in wine tasting and learn how to truly appreciate good wine. This is truly a great way to spend a day or two in Vence, France.

Azur Wine Tours - Vidivino

Address: 10 Chemin de Sainte-Colombe, 06140 Vence, France

Website: Azur Wine Tours - Vidivino

Opening hours: 9am - 7pm (daily)

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6. Have drinks at Henry's Bar

Posted by Ove Schei on Friday, 15 February 2019

Take a break from all the tours that you have been a part of and have a good meal at Henry’s Bar. People who have been to this shabby coffee shop and restaurant have said that Henry’s Bar offers the best coffee in town. Order their coffee with their pastries and sit down outside. The restaurant offers a charming view of the romantic streets of Vence, France. Here, you can read a book while sipping on coffee or just take a break with your companions and marvel at how glorious your holiday has been going. They also offer wine and other cocktails.

Henry's Bar

Address: 48 Avenue Marcellin Maurel, 06140 Vence, France

Website: Henry’s Bar

Opening hours: Thu - Tue: 6:30am - 10:30pm (closed on Wed)

Price: 5 USD

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7. Take a photo of Fontaine Peyra

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One of the most iconic landmarks in Vence is probably the famous Fontaine Peyra. It was built in 1822 by architect Etienne Goby. The fountain was known for bringing water to the city, especially to the thermal baths that were so famous back in the Roman days. Today, the fountain remains a symbol of the history of the town. It still charms tourists and those who want to get a glimpse of what old Vence looked like back in the good old 17th century.

Fontaine Peyra

Address: 06140 Vence, France

Website: Fontaine Peyra

Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)

Price: Free

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8. Have brunch at La Régence Café


Traveling around Vence can be exhausting. Why not chill for a bit and eat a good lunch at La Régence Café? La Régence Café is one of the many charming restaurants in Vence. The restaurant offers delectable meals that are made by their specialty chefs. They also have nice air-conditioned rooms complete with WiFi, in case you just want to hide from the French sun and update your social media. Their food and ambiance are both delightful. They also have musicians perform and entertain guests.

La Régence Café

Address: 10 Place du Grand Jardin, 06140 Vence, France

Website: La Régence Café

Opening hours: 8am - 11pm (daily)

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9. Satisfy your sweet tooth at Pâtisserie Palanque et Fils SARL

Posted by Patisserie Palanque vence on Wednesday, 27 March 2019

A trip to France is not complete without tasting some delicious pastries. If you are on the hunt for the best pastries in Vence try visiting Pâtisserie Palanque et Fils SARL. This pastry shop was built by a passionate pastry connoisseur, Joseph Palanque, in 1927. Since then, the pastry shop has been creating the most delicious pastries that France can offer.

Pâtisserie Palanque et Fils SARL

Address: 37 Avenue Marcellin Maurel, 06140 Vence, France

Website: Pâtisserie Palanque et Fils SARL

Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 6:30am - 1pm (closed on Mon)

Price: 10 USD

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Enjoy your Vence getaway

Vence
Source: Photo by user Myrabella used under CC BY-SA 3.0

Vence is the perfect place to check out local art, learn about the country’s history and, of course, eat lots of food. Check out our things to do in Vence to make the most out of your Parisian holiday.

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