Bonjour! Welcome to Saint-Tropez, one of the most iconic towns on French Riviera. Once a small fishing village, now a world-renowned travel destination loved by celebrities and tourists alike. The pastel-colored old town, luxurious yachts, beautiful beaches, striking views, vivid nightlife… St Tropez perfectly blends luxury, natural beauty, and old-world charm. No wonder that this coastal town attracts thousands of people each year! Will you love it too? Let’s find out! Keep reading and discover our favorite things to do in Saint Tropez, France.
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Saint Tropez, France FAQ
Saint Tropez is located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region in the Var department in Southeastern France. It’s somewhere between Cannes and Marseille, close to other popular places like Grimaud or Saint-Raphael.
Celebrities, luxurious yachts, glamor, vivid nightlife – those are the words that come first to mind when hearing ‘Saint Tropez’. It’s not without reason that this French Riviera town is considered one of the most chic resorts in Europe! But apart from the glitz, St Tropez is also known for its charming old town and beautiful coastal scenery. And for a delicious dessert called tarte tropezienne!
In the 19th century, St Tropez was still a small village, focused on fishing and shipbuilding. A little later, it was discovered by intellectuals and artists. Then, in 1955, St Tropez gained even greater fame thanks to the movie ‘And God Created Woman’ starring Brigitte Bardot. And that fame endures to this day.
One day is enough to see most of the main town’s landmarks and get a good feel of what this town is all about. But it’s not enough to discover all that the town offers. So if you want to experience Saint Tropez better, we recommend staying at least 2-3 days.
Our travel video from St Tropez
Things to do in Saint Tropez
Port of Saint Tropez
Saint Tropez Port is one of the largest ports on the Cote d’Azur with 700+ moorings for boats of all sizes. It’s an ideal place for a walk with stunning views all around – over the boats, sea, waterfront and colorful houses. We recommend walking through the whole port, including a walk to the lighthouse from where are the best panoramic views. Strolling here is, without a doubt, one of the most scenic things to do in Saint Tropez, which you don’t wanna miss.
In port area, you’ll also find many cafes and restaurants ideal for a break with a cup of coffee and tarte tropézienne or tasting local dishes for dinner. Of course, there is no shortage of various shops either!
On the east side of the port, you’ll also find the 15th-century Portalet Tower, one of the four ancient towers and one of the two that are still standing. It’s also the starting point of a walkway that goes around the city coast.
Saint Tropez Tourism Office is located in the port too, on its west side on Allée du Quai de l’Epi, close to the Annonciade Museum. It’s a great place to pick up maps and get helpful sightseeing tips.
Saint Tropez Old Town
Strolling around the old town is another fantastic thing to do in St Tropez. Its area is located behind the port, at the foot of the Citadel. And there’s no better way of getting to know it than just getting lost exploring its charming streets and squares. Here, streets filled with pastel-painted houses, luxurious shops, elegant cafes and restaurants, and interesting museums are waiting for you. Wherever you turn, you’ll find something interesting.
Among Saint Tropez old town streets, you’ll find points of interest like the Citadel, Place des Lices – square where locals gather to play pétanque and where Provencal market takes place on Tuesday and Saturday mornings, Notre Dame de l’Assomption Church, Marine Cemetery, Brigitte Bardot statue, Chapelle de la Miséricorde, and few museums.
The town is also a fantastic destination for shopping lovers – many art galleries and elegant boutiques are scattered around the alleys. From big names like Armani, Dior, Chanel, Gucci, or Louis Vuitton to small designer boutiques and craftsmen shops – there is something for every taste!
Oh, and while strolling around St Tropez, don’t forget to taste tarte tropézienne. It’s a local dessert created in 1955 by Alexandre Micka, a Polish baker who moved to the town after the war. How did it become famous? All thanks to Brigitte Bardot, who developed a taste for it while filming ‘And God Created Woman’. It was even she who suggested the name, which Micka registered as a trademark in 1973. It’s a suuuuper tasty thing to do in St Tropez!
Notre Dame de l’Assomption Church
Notre Dame de l’Assomption Church (fr. Église Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption) is a main church in Saint-Tropez. It dates back to the 18th century and is located just a few steps from the port and Portalet Tower. The church is best known for its characteristic bell tower, visible from many places around the town. It’s quite simple both from the outside and inside – simple but beautiful. Entrance is free during opening hours.
Citadel & Maritime History Museum
For amazing views over Saint Tropez and its surroundings, as well as for a small bite of history, head to the Citadel. It’s a 17th-century fortress which was the most significant defensive building between Antibes and Toulon back in its heyday! Nowadays, it houses a museum with nautical exhibits in its dungeon – Maritime History Museum, where you’ll learn about the maritime history of Saint-Tropez.
Entrance to the Citadel costs €5 for a normal ticket, and is free for children under 12 years old (May 2026). For current prices and opening hours visit the saint-tropez.fr website.
Marine Cemetery
Visiting Marine Cemetery is one of the most unique things to do in St Tropez. It’s located below the Citadel and is one of the rare seaside cemeteries in France. It’s a beautiful resting place where you’ll find stunning views over the Saint Tropez coastline and bay, as well as many beautiful tombstones, including Paul Signac’s. Aren’t those who rest there lucky?
Beaches in Saint Tropez
We don’t think anyone needs to be convinced that Côte d’Azur is a beach paradise, and one of the best things to do in Saint Tropez is hitting the beach. Along its coastline, you’ll find many magnificent sandy beaches, perfect for soaking up the sun and taking a refreshing dip in azure waters. No matter if you’re looking for a lively beach with many amenities around or a quieter and secluded spot – in St Tropez you’ll be spoiled with the options!
The most popular Saint Tropez beaches:
- Pampelonne Beach – the legendary 5 km-long sandy beach that became famous thanks to Brigitte Bardot and the ‘And God Created Woman’ movie.
- Bouillabaisse Beach – a sandy beach with shallow waters located close to the old town.
- Les Graniers Beaches – beaches located at the bottom of Citadel Hill in a peaceful and unspoiled natural setting.
Other nice beaches in Saint Tropez include La Moutte Beach, Salins Beach, La Ponche Beach, and Canoubiers Beach. We marked them all in a map at the bottom of this post. Some of these beaches are located along Sentier du Littoral, a scenic coastal path leading from the Portalet Tower to Pampelonne Beach.
Museums in Saint Tropez
If visiting museums is your thing, St Tropez has something to offer in this area too:
- Annonciade Museum is located in a 16th-century converted chapel, just a few steps from the port. There, you’ll find a rich collection of paintings by artists linked to Saint-Tropez like Signac, Matisse, Bonnard, or Camoin. For more information, visit the saint-tropez.fr website.
- Butterfly Museum is located in a house-museum of artist Dany Lartigue, close to Place des Lices square. There you find exhibitions with thousands of butterflies against painted backdrops. There are more than 30k species, including exotic and protected ones! For more information, prices, and opening hours, visit the sainttropeztourisme.com website.
- Gendarmerie and Cinema Museum is a cinema-history museum located in a former gendarmerie building. It shows not only the history of a cinema linked to Saint-Tropez but also the history of the former garrison, presented in quite an original way. For more information, prices, and opening hours visit the sainttropeztourisme.com website.
How to get to Saint Tropez, France?
Saint-Tropez is located about 40km from Saint-Raphael, 70km from Cannes, 110km from Nice, and 130km from Marseille. The most convenient way to get to the town is by car.
Where to park in Saint Tropez?
In St Tropez you can leave your car in one of many paid parking lots. We can recommend leaving a car in the Parking Foch located just a few steps from Place des Lices.
Airports near Saint Tropez
The closest airports to Saint Tropez are located in Nice (110km away) and Marseille (145km away). Unfortunately, there is no direct connection with the town from any of them. Looks like the easiest way is to travel by rented car or first get to Saint-Raphael by train and then continue to Saint-Tropez. To learn more about connections that might interest you, visit the rome2rio.com website.
To Saint Tropez by public transport
Unfortunately, there is no train station in Saint Tropez. The closest one is located 40km away in Saint-Raphael and there you can easily get from many nearby places like Nice, Antibes, Marseille, Cannes, or Toulon. To learn more about train connections that interest you, visit the sncf-connect.com.
From some nearby places you can also reach Saint Tropez by bus but it isn’t the best option either. For example, a trip from Saint-Raphael will take about 1.5 hours and 40 minutes from Grimaud. To learn more about bus connections that might interest you visit rome2rio.com website.
Camping Saint Tropez
If you’re traveling by camper, places like Camping Les Mûres or Camping de la Plage Grimaud might interest you. They are located close to Saint Tropez.
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Things to do in Saint Tropez, France – Summing up
Now you’re ready to explore this iconic town on French Riviera and immerse yourself in its elegance, luxury, and beauty! As you can see, there are plenty of things to do in St Tropez for all kinds of travelers. No matter if you’re looking for natural beauty, sandy beaches, a charming old town, art, history, or partying… Saint Tropez has it all. Be sure to add it to your French Riviera bucket list and see for yourself what all the fuss is about. Enjoy your time!
Our opinion about Saint Tropez
For us, a visit to Saint Tropez was a day trip, combined with a visit to Grimaud Port and Village, from Cannes where we lived for a few weeks. We visited it in early December, and during that time, the town was fairly quiet, with just a handful of other tourists. We needed about 6 hours to explore all the places we wanted in St Tropez.
Unfortunately, Saint Tropez didn’t impress us that much. But don’t get us wrong! It was very nice and pleasant, with nothing to complain about. But… also with nothing special to remember. But we probably had our expectations set a bit too high, and all we got was a typical Côte d’Azur town with amazing views and charming old town streets. Also, maybe it was thanks to the fact that we visited in low season and we weren’t able to see the glamor everyone is talking about.
What did we like most? Strolling along the port while admiring yachts, boats, colorful houses, and magnificent views of the surroundings. Town streets and views from the citadel were great too!
Restaurants, accommodations, and map
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