Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat featuring a coastal town and a marina
Villa Ephrussi showing heritage architecture and a hotel
Monaco featuring street scenes as well as a couple
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat showing outdoor eating and a coastal town
Monaco which includes a bay or harbour and general coastal views

Spend long, lazy days on the fabulous beaches of this picturesque peninsula on the French Riviera. Then tour its historical buildings.

Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat is a French Riviera gem, a seaside resort set in a forested peninsula that juts out into the Mediterranean. For decades, this tranquil haven has been a summer holiday spot of the rich and famous. Luxury yachts sail in and out of the harbour overlooked by grand old villas, while village life chugs along at a gentle pace on the restaurant and café terraces.

Southern France is widely lauded for its exceptional beaches and the sandy expanses of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat are no exception. Make the most of the hot summers in this Mediterranean resort with an afternoon at Port Beach. This is the largest stretch of sand on the peninsula.

For a more intimate setting, rent loungers on the charming Passable Beach. It is situated in a small cove surrounded by trees. Dine at the restaurant with a view of the clear water. At Paloma Beach, rent watersports equipment such as water skis, banana boats and jet skis. Go to the southernmost point of the peninsular for the magnificent sight of the 112-feet (34-metre) Cap Ferrat Lighthouse.

Another landmark structure is the Villa Ephrussi, a palatial hilltop home that once belonged to the Baroness Ephrussi de Rothschild. View the massive art collection, which includes 18th-century paintings, antique furniture and Flemish tapestries. Stroll through the landscaped gardens and take in dazzling views of the sea.

If you want to stretch your legs still further, enjoy a walk along the coastal path. Make sure you come back to the village to unwind in its cosy cafés and restaurants. Try the region’s specialties, such as sea bass steaks and salmon with truffles.

Reach Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat by flying into Nice Cote d’Azur Airport and rent a car for the 30-minute drive east to reach the village. A car is a good idea if you want to explore a little more of the French Riviera. MonacoOpens in a new window is just 9.8 miles (15.7 kilometres) away, while the beaches and old churches of Villefranche-sur-Mer are about 10 minutes by car.

Where to stay in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

Cap-Ferrat

5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Cap-Ferrat. You might want to make time for a stop at Cap-Ferrat Lighthouse or Baie des Anges.

Cap-Ferrat
Hôtel Vacances Bleues Delcloy
Hôtel Vacances Bleues Delcloy
3 out of 5
3, Avenue Jean Monnet, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is £225 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£225
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (384 reviews)
"There was very limited staff. Also no easy way for us to get our bags to the room. No refrigerator in the room although they did provide an electric cooler upon request. It seems there was an extra charge for items such as the pool towels. The pool was gorgeous. The area turned out to be good for ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Hôtel Vacances Bleues Delcloy
Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel
Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel
5 out of 5
71 Boulevard du Général de Gaulle, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is £2,431 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
£2,431
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury palace in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Promenade des Anglais ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (161 reviews)
"Its a great and beautiful hotel but extremely overpriced for what it ultimately is."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel
Boutique Hôtel & Spa la Villa Cap Ferrat
Boutique Hôtel & Spa la Villa Cap Ferrat
4 out of 5
49 Avenue Denis Semeria, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Alpes-maritimes
The price is £273 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
£273
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (265 reviews)
"Great hotel in an amazing location"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Boutique Hôtel & Spa la Villa Cap Ferrat
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Les Jardins d'Olympie
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Les Jardins d'Olympie
4 out of 5
180 voie Marie Fisher, Antibes, Alpes-Maritimes
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Antibes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (446 reviews)
"Ideal location for Antibes, Cannes, Nice & Monaco. Carrefour a short walk across the main road. We stayed in the 3 bed suite Esterel & really nice apartment. Arrived out of hours, due to a delayed flight and reception provided access to the apartment. Only issue during the stay, was the fire alarm ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Les Jardins d'Olympie
Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Nice
Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Nice
25 avenue de l'Armée des Alpes, Nice
Stay at this aparthotel in Nice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Promenade des Anglais and Port of Nice are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
"The room and hotel in general were very clean, the reception staff was pleasant and helpful. The hotel is only a 4 minutes walk from the train station which was convenient to get around (and about a 25 min walk to get to downtown Nice). Although it says it in the name, I wasn't aware that the place ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Nice
Comfort Aparthotel Antibes Le Maestria
Comfort Aparthotel Antibes Le Maestria
3 out of 5
664 route des 3 Moulins, Antibes, Alpes-Maritimes
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Antibes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (816 reviews)
"Great for the price. Breakfast was lovely, all staff was very friendly and helpful, the pool is nice, and the rooms are definitely adequate although dated. Downsides: not great for dinner / lunch food or drinks, and better book transportation in advance to avoid long waiting times. Otherwise, a good ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Antibes Le Maestria
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

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Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Pips&Tony

All Perfect...we love it

5/5 - Excellent

Simon

Beautiful town, need taxi / uber to get there and most areas from our hotel, but so worth it!!!!

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