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3 Must-See Experiences in Grasse with a Nice-Cab Private Chauffeur

Arriving in Grasse with your private chauffeur from Nice Airport? This medieval town is brimming with art, history, and a centuries-old perfume-making tradition. Let’s begin your journey here…

Grasse: The World Capital of Perfume

Names like Fragonard, Galimard, and Molinard are now recognized worldwide. These are the three oldest perfumeries in Grasse, with Galimard founded as far back as 1747.

The city is surrounded by fragrant plains where the flowers used to create the world’s finest perfumes grow, jasmine, roses, olives, and more. Take the time to explore their production methods. Each perfumery offers guided tours where you can learn to craft your own scent, from flower picking to bottling your very own fragrance.

The Old Quarter of Grasse

By private driver service, it takes just 35 minutes to reach central Grasse from Nice Airport. The old quarter overlooks the sea and is filled with charming alleys and historic buildings.

Take time to admire the town hall, its fountain, and the 13th-century Notre-Dame Cathedral. To fully immerse yourself in Grasse’s atmosphere, visit Place aux Aires with its elegant arcades, especially on market days (Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday).

You’ll be dazzled by the colorful stalls of this traditional Provençal market, offering fresh, local delights. The perfume heritage is everywhere, reflected in locally produced goods such as honey, fresh goat cheese, olives, and artisanal cheeses.

The Jasmine Festival

If you visit Grasse in August, you can’t miss the Jasmine Festival. Celebrated for over 70 years, this three-day event at the beginning of August fills the streets with intoxicating floral scents during the traditional jasmine flower battles.

Where to Stay and Dine?

For an upscale stay in Grasse, consider charming guesthouses like Le Palmier des Grasses or L’Auberge du Vieux-Château. Furnished apartments are also available, such as Les Lucioles or Résidence Hôtelière le Virginia, which features a pool.

For dining, indulge at Les Délicatesses de Grasse, serving high-quality artisanal Mediterranean cuisine, or Le Lavoir, a lovely spot with heartfelt cooking. For a sweet treat, don’t miss homemade ice creams and sorbets, particularly Grasse’s famous lemon sorbet, at Les Délices d’Aurile on Place aux Aires.

Getting to Grasse

Grasse is about 20 km north of Cannes. The quickest and most convenient way to get there is by private car with a Nice-Cab chauffeur.