The 6 Best Boat Trips in Villefranche-sur-Mer

1.1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise to Villefranche Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,747 reviews · 1 hour · from $33Our pick

Spend one hour aboard a sightseeing boat from Nice’s Port Lympia. Hear live French and English commentary as you pass Villefranche-sur-Mer, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, luxury villas, and the Promenade des Anglais. Drinks are available onboard, but bring cash.

“Great 1 hour trip to the bay. All the staff and the boat excellent. Good commentary about all the places where we visited. Would definitely recommend it.”

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2.Villefranche Bay Swimming & Snorkeling Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 130 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Meet the Le Poseidon team at Nice harbor, fit your mask, snorkel, and fins, then cruise by boat toward Villefranche Bay or Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. After a safety briefing, you get about 90 minutes to swim and spot fish, octopus, starfish, and sea urchins in calm, shallow water.

“Such an amazing experience! The guides were funny and helpful, and we got to see some amazing fish :)”

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3.Boat trip and snorkeling in Villefranche – sur – Mer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 86 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $72

Meet at 14 Quai des Docks in Nice for a two-hour outing toward Cape Nice or Cap Ferrat. Guides such as Chris and Benoit provide fins, masks, snorkels, and wetsuits when needed, then allow about an hour to explore calm Mediterranean water and spot fish, octopuses, and other sea life.

“Saw tons of fish and enjoyed the freedom to explore. The guide was kind and helped make sure everyone felt comfortable.”

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4.Coastal boat tour from Villefranche-Sur-Mer to Monaco

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews

Meet at 7 Place Wilson in Villefranche-sur-Mer, check in at the maritime station, then cruise past Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Èze, Cap-d’Ail, and Monaco. A sailor gives live commentary in French and English. Bring sun protection, and expect the trip to depend on good weather.

“Wonderful cruise down the coast to Monaco and back for £25! Highly recommended as everything was efficient and the trip incredibly relaxing. Couldn't hear the guide over the speakers AT ALL as it just wasn't loud enough or clear enough but this did not detract from the trip in any way. If you want a cheap, relaxing couple of hours, this is it.”

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5.Dinner at Sea on a Maxi Catamaran – Villefranche, Cap Ferrat

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 29 reviews · 3h 30m · from $116

Sail from Nice aboard the French-made Maxi Catamaran Mayba, watch the sunset toward Villefranche-sur-Mer or Saint-Jean Cap Ferrat, then anchor for a buffet dinner, drinks, and optional paddle time. French and English are spoken. The route changes with weather and local rules.

“Det var lite cruise på sjøen, kjørte til ei bukt, ankret opp å folk kunne bade der. Satt å ventet på mat det skulle være buffet, men vi fikk restriksjoner om hvor mye vi kunne forsyne oss med pr.pers. Det var verken øl eller vin før maten, da var det en drink i mugger som di lagde ombord, med alt for mye kanel i. Ellers vann eller brus. Det hadde vært greit om man kunne få kose seg med ett glass vi eller øl på vei ut fra land, men d var bare til maten å d var kun hvitvin. Det skulle værte mer opplyst om at dette var mer…”

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6.Private Boat Tour Nice, Villefranche, St Jean Cap Ferrat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Top rated

Captain George takes your private group of up to five from Nice along the Riviera coast to Villefranche, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Beaulieu-sur-Mer, and back. Expect local history, grand sea views, optional swimming, snorkeling gear, bottled water, and wine aboard a small boat.

“This was the highlight of our trip to Nice. George was fantastic—a warm host, very knowledgeable of the area and its history. The boat was comfortable and the trip smooth. George tailored the trip to what we wanted to do and we enjoyed a lovely swim and then an equally lovely rose wine. Perfect!”

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