HYÈRES

AND ITS ISLANDS

Hyères les Palmiers and its golden islands is a destination of choice for family vacations. The city offers a multitude of aquatic and cultural activities. Visit the museum of cultures and landscapes of the city but also the villa of Noailles or the tower of the Templars for a historical overview of the city. Visit the many exotic parks in the city or sail with the whales of Port-Crocs to be closer to nature. 

The Bank, museum of cultures and landscape

Relive the history of Hyèroise through the eyes of artists thanks to its collection of 200 works that trace the evolution of the city. The neoclassical building covers a flowery garden ideal for relaxing. Classified as a French museum, La Banque also hosts ephemeral exhibitions of emerging and established artists.

Address
14, avenue Joseph Clotis, 83400 Hyères

Rates
Full rate : 7 €
Reduced rate : 4 €
Free on the 1st Sunday of each month for children under 18

Contact
04 83 69 19 40

Opening hours
From September to June
From Tuesday to Sunday: 2pm-6pm
From Wednesday and Saturday: 10am-1pm

From July to August
Tuesday: 3pm-7pm
Wednesday: 10am-1pm / 3pm-7pm
Thursday: 10am-1pm / 3pm-9:30pm
Friday: 10am-1pm / 3pm-7pm
Saturday: 10am-1pm / 3pm-7pm
Sunday: 3pm-7pm

The villa Noailles

Discover this place classified as a historical monument, known for its modernity and its magnificent cubist garden.

A true architectural jewel, the villa Noailles has an exceptional panorama. Built in 1920, the villa is an art center of national interest, which houses a permanent collection of heteroclite works (Dalì, Man Ray, Cocteau, Buñuel...) and furniture.

Attend temporary exhibitions, lectures and workshops for children on fashion, design, photography and architecture.

The villa's programming is marked each year by two international festivals: the International Fashion and Photography Festival in the spring and the Design Parade in the summer.

The Templars' tower

Visit the tower and immerse yourself in a medieval and chivalrous universe.

The Templars' tower also called Saint-Blaise Chapel is one of the vestiges of the city of Hyères and of the Templars' order. The tower is composed of a chapel and a guard room.

The chapel was restored between 1985 and 1992 and now houses temporary exhibitions.

Address
Place Massillon, 83400 Hyères

Opening hours
From 01 January to 30 June 2023
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm
Closed Monday and Sunday

From July 06 to August 31, 2023
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday: 10am-1pm and 4pm-7pm
Closed Monday and Sunday

From 01 September to 31 December 2023
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm
Closed Monday and Sunday

Contact
09 63 53 22 36

Rates
Free admission

In search of the Templars' treasure

For children, a guided tour is organized throughout the year. This 1h30 visit is a treasure hunt in the whole city.

On the program of this fun tour, solve riddles and discover the secrets of the Templars' tower.

The castle of Hyères

Take the height to contemplate the wonderful landscapes of the bay of Hyères, the Golden Islands and the Maures massif.

Dating from the 11th century, the medieval castle is located on a rocky outcrop. You can easily reach the Villa Noailles and the old town by the path of the ruin thanks to the signs.

Address
433 Rue St Pierre, 83400 Hyères

Prices
Free entrance and free parking.

Contact
07 51 04 28 76

The parks

The Hyeres region is perfectly adapted to its natural environment. The diversity of its flora and fauna makes it a particularly suitable place for family activities.

St. Clair Park

Discover a tropical paradise of 6500 m². The park, once owned by the American novelist Edith Wharton, houses various subtropical botanical species from South America and Australia. There is also the villa Le Castel, built by Olivier Voutier, discoverer of the Venus de Milo. The park has a pedestrian path connected to the Parc Saint-Bernard.

Address
Avenue Edith Warthon Centre-ville, 83400 Hyères

Opening hours
Winter : 7h30-17h
Summer : 7h30-19h

Contact
04 94 00 78 65

Saint-Bernard Park

Below the villa Noailles, the park offers a breathtaking view of the entire peninsula, the harbor and the Golden Islands.
The park is composed of different narrow terraces, connected by stone stairs.
Discover the botanical garden and its numerous species of exotic and Mediterranean plants such as rosemary, wisteria, climbing plants, rare plants...

Address
Montée de Noailles, 83400 Hyères

Opening hours
Every day: 8am-5:30pm, and until 7pm in summer.

Rates
Free visit and free entrance.

Contact
04 94 00 78 65

The Olbius Riquier zoological park

Visit the botanical garden of the Olbius Riquier park and its 7 hectares of greenery.
A bucolic stroll awaits you, enjoy the freshness of its pond and its waterfall.

The park has an exotic greenhouse and an impressive variety of tropical plants and shrubs: palms, bamboos, banana trees, cacti, agaves, hibiscus...

Admire the beautiful birds in the aviary and at the bend in the path, even come across peacocks in the wild.

A mini animal park is also present in the garden, observe deer, goats, geese, parakeets, and monkeys.

For children, there are playgrounds, a small train, a pony ride, and rides.

Address
Avenue Ambroise Thomas, Downtown Hyères

Opening hours
From February 01 to February 28, 2023
Every day: 07:30-18:00

From March 01 to March 31, 2023
Every day : 07h30-19h

From April 01 to September 30, 2023
Every day: 7:30am-8pm

From October 01 to October 31, 2023
Every day : 07h30-19h

From November 01 to November 30, 2023
Every day : 07h30 to 17h30

From December 01 to December 31, 2023
Every day : 07h30-17h

From January 01 to January 31, 2024
Every day : 07h30-17h30

Contact
04 94 00 78 65

Activities for children

Your children will never be bored in Hyères les Palmiers. Find a selection of activities at the sea or in the mountains, all the reliefs are put to good use.

SpeedKart

Enjoy an afternoon of go-karting with your family at the SpeedKart recreation center.

Speedkart offers you go-kart, motorbike/quads and electric mini-car circuits accessible from 3 years old.

A playground and trampolines are also available for children aged 6 to 12.

Address
1714 Avenue de l'Aéroport, 83400 Hyères

Rates
Varies according to the number of laps and the type of equipment desired:
1 ticket of 5 minutes (5 to 8 laps) = 10 €
4 tickets = 38 €
10 tickets = 85

Opening hours
Every day : 2pm-7pm

Contact
04 94 38 76 99

Hiking on the coastal path

Go for an adventure on the Giens peninsula. This sporty hike along the coastal path offers you a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean coast. Discover new and natural landscapes, sometimes even with your feet in the water.

It is important to be well equipped with closed shoes like sneakers and an appropriate outfit. You should bring water bottles and a snack for your lunch.

The course is intense, with steep trails and gusts of wind, so it is not recommended for families with young children or strollers.

There are different routes according to your level, with marked sections:

West loop route
- From Parc des Chevaliers to Darboussières Beach
- Duration 3h
- Distance 6 km
- Ascent 300m

East loop route
- From Giens to La Badine
- Duration 2h30
- Distance 7 km
- Ascent 150m

The beach of Almanarre

Enjoy a lazy afternoon on the beach of Almanarre.

The beach stretches for 5 kilometers along the salt road, one of the two tombolos of the Giens peninsula.

The beach of white sand and turquoise water, offers an exceptional panorama appreciated by the tourists.

The water level is low, allowing children to swim safely in the supervised areas.

On the other side of the salt road, there are the old salt pans and you can see many wild birds, especially the pink flamingos, a few meters away.

Vertical Horizon

Discover the treasures of the Mediterranean with Vertical Horizon. The activity center offers boat rentals to visit the islands of Porquerolles and Port-Cros, but also unforgettable encounters with whales.

In a respectful approach of the marine biodiversity, sail off the coast of the Pelagos sanctuary, in search of cetaceans in the company of Cedric, an expert captain of these species. Or prefer a more intimate excursion to admire the natural landscapes of the region.

Online pre-registration is mandatory.

Address
Parking Grande Capitainerie, Le Port d'Hyères, 83400 Hyères

Rates
Contact Vertical Horizon

Opening hours
From April 15 to November 15
From Monday to Sunday: 7:30 am - 8:30 pm

Contact
06 07 86 81 83

Natural area of the salt marshes of Hyères

Stroll, on foot or by bike, in an atypical ornithological park. The space is located in the Old Salins of 350 hectares, along the levee of Saint-Nicolas.

Observe 260 different species of birds in their natural environment. The site also hosts permanent and temporary exhibitions by artists from around the world.

Address
Les Vieux Salins, 83400 Hyères

Rate
Free admission

Opening hours
November to March
Wednesday to Sunday: 9:30am-4:30pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday and May 1st

From March to June and in September-October
Wednesday to Sunday: 9am-12pm and 2pm-5:30pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday

In July and August
Wednesday to Sunday: 9am-12pm and 4pm-8pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday

Contact
04 94 01 09 77

The downtown farmers' market

Live a colorful and olfactory experience in the market of Hyères

Local producers welcome you to the farmers' market on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Discover the local produce of Hyères on Avenue Gambetta.

On the menu, you will find the best of organic gastronomy and craftsmanship from Hyères: flowers, eggs, poultry, vegetables, seasonal fruits, honey, wines...

Opening hours
From January 01 to April 14, 2023
Tuesday: 07h-12h
Saturday: 07h-12h

From April 15 to October 28, 2023:
Tuesday: 07h-12h
Thursday: 07h-12h
Saturday: 07h-12h

October 29 to December 31, 2023
Tuesday: 07h-12h
Saturday: 07h-12h