11 Iconic Spots to Hear Jazz in the French Riviera
The French Riviera has a long history with jazz. After soldiers introduced it to France in the First World War, it became the soundtrack to the decadent twenties when people like F. Scott Fitzgerald partied hard on the Riviera to forget the horrors of war. Jazz festivals followed and then the clubs. Here’s our guide of 11 iconic spots to hear jazz on the French Riviera.
1. Hötel de Caumont (Aix-en-Provence)
Art Gallery, Building, Museum
2. Hotel Belles Rives (Juan-les-Pins)
Hotel
3. Hotel du Cap (Nice)
Hotel
5. Jazz à Juan (Juan-les-Pins)
Music Venue
6. Cave Romagnan (Nice)
Bar, Wine Bar, French
7. Marseille Jazz A Cinq Continents (Marseille)
Museum
8. Le Cosy (Antibes)
Cafe, Coffee
Le Cosy is tucked away in a cave, where you can lounge about on the cushions taking in the jazz and blues vibe. If you’re looking for romance in a town that exudes chic glamour, this is the place. Antibes is the largest yachting hub along the French Riviera, so it’s a great place to wallow, surrounded by jet set glamour.
9. B SPOT (Nice)
Music Venue
10. La Friche (Marseille)
Bookstore, Building, Theater
11. Shapko (Nice)
Bar, French
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