Tourism in Hyères

During your vacation at the 4-star Presqu’île de Giens campsite, you’ll be exploring the region, and in particular the pretty little town of Hyères. As you wander through its narrow streets steeped in history, you’ll enjoy the warm atmosphere of the South of France. Here’s everything you need to know before your visit.

Where is Hyères?

Located in the Var, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte-d’Azur region, the town is only ten kilometers from your Clair de Lune campsite. Its exact name is Hyères-les-Palmiers, because of the 7,000 trees planted there.

This seaside town is bordered by the Mediterranean and boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in Hyères. Located at the entrance to the Giens peninsula and just a few minutes by boat from the superb island of Porquerolles, Hyères is a popular destination for tourists, especially in summer.

What to do in Hyères

Short on time to visit Hyères and want to make sure you don’t miss out on any of its wonders? Here are the top ten things to do during your vacation in Hyères:

• Discover the Old Town: strolling through the narrow streets of Hyères and admiring the ruins of the feudal castle clinging to the hillside is a real delight.
• The salt road: this 4 km stretch of land links the town to the Giens peninsula. The scenery is breathtaking.
• Stroll through the Parc Olbius-Riquier: Hyères was the first seaside resort to acclimatize tropical plants. The park boasts a large number of them.
• Practice kite surfing from Plage de l’Almanarre and dive into its azure sea.
• Take a hike along the coast to admire the breathtaking scenery.
• Take a breath of fresh air on the Giens peninsula and
• discover its various hiking trails.
• Visit the Château d’Hyères: as well as admiring its architectural heritage, you’ll have a magnificent panoramic view of the whole town.
• Culture at the Villa Noailles: a contemporary art center with surprising architecture.
• Fun at Magic World: a theme park for the whole family.
• Sunbathing on the white sandy beach of La Capte.
• Discover the different ports of Hyères

Restaurants in Hyères

Come and discover local produce in one of Hyères’ restaurants. You’ll enjoy delicious southern cuisine! If you don’t know which one to choose, we recommend one of these four establishments.

First of all, La Table de Mary. With its modern, vintage and uncluttered decor, this small restaurant is located at 4 avenue de l’Aéroport in the center of Hyères. It serves mainly seafood and fish. Expect to pay around 30 euros per person.

To feed the whole family on the go, there’s nothing like a good pizza. In Hyères, you’ll find it at Supergusto, 24 avenue Gambetta. Expect to pay around fifteen euros per person.

For a romantic meal or a gourmet dinner, visit Le Moulin à Chapelle. Admittedly, the choice between the various fresh, local and seasonal dishes is difficult, but you won’t regret the experience. The average price is forty euros.

Finally, for a bistronomic lunch or dinner, discover Baraza. This friendly bistro and wine bar serves only quality local produce. Expect to pay around 40 euros per person.