Wander along the seafront to choose your favourite beach, you could stop for a picnic at Coco Beach or indulge in a seaside lunch at Castel Plage.

Beneath the striped awnings, immerse yourself in the bustle of Old Nice’s Saleya flower market (which also sells fruit, vegetables and local street snacks). The fruit and veg stalls tend to pack up by lunch time, but flower stalls are there until around 5pm.

Stroll through Vieux Nice, the city's old town and beating heart and admire 16th-century terracotta buildings and narrow streets. Stop for a drink at the Place du Palais de Justice and watch the world go by.

Take the local bus into the countryside for a walk in the mountains above Bastia.

Take a day trip by bus to Saint-Florent, a picturesque fishing town sheltered by the rugged mountains of Cap Corse. 

Wander the myriad streets of Bastia's old town to admire the beautiful pastel-coloured buildings and grand churches.

Stroll around the old port to end up at Plage des Catalans - a fab city beach with great sunsets.

Take in the view from the Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, which stands guard over the city from the highest point. It’s a steep walk up the steps to the top but you can also take a more leisurely route on the "petit train" from the Old Port.

Spend an afternoon strolling around Marseille’s Vieux Port, one of the oldest parts of the city and one of Europe’s largest regeneration areas. It's in the streets around the marina that you'll find some of the city's must-see attractions, plus fantastic shops, restaurants and food trucks. There are some great rooftop bars open in the evening, too.

Paris has no shortage of tempting shops, from independent clothing boutiques to sprawling department stores. Don't miss the opportunity to browse the bouquinistes, open-air booksellers on the banks of the Seine, or indulge at the Galeries Lafayette, the luxurious French department store.

Head to Paris' Marais quarter for indie boutiques and some of the city's coolest bars.

Stroll along the Canal Saint-Martin, for boutique shopping by day and buzzing bars and restaurants by night.