Ferry Tickets in France: The 6 Best Bookings

1.Round-Trip Ferry to Ste. Marguerite Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,747 reviews · from $24Our pick

Take a short Trans Côte d’Azur ferry from Cannes to Sainte-Marguerite Island and set your own pace for the day. Walk through pine and eucalyptus woods, look for birds at Batéguier Pond, visit Fort Royal for an extra fee, and swim near the underwater eco museum. The ferry runs several times daily, with extra July and August crossings.

“The ferry arrived on time and kept to the schedule. It was large enough for the many visitors going to the island without being crowded”

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2.Nice to St Tropez Ferry Ticket and Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 320 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $125

Take Trans Côte d’Azur’s round-trip ferry from Nice to Saint-Tropez, with about 2.5 hours at sea each way and possible stops near Cannes or Sainte-Marguerite Island. You spend the day on your own, with time for the Old Port, Citadelle, markets, museums, shops, and beaches. No guide is included.

“This is a trip not to be missed. Flawless from start to finish. The views on the ride there and back are priceless. St Tropez is a gem to see. Do yourself a favor and book this now!”

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3.Ferry from Nice to Monaco

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 258 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $69

Take a round-trip ferry from Nice to Monaco, reaching the principality in about 45 minutes. You’ll have the day to visit the Prince’s Palace, Monte Carlo Casino, Oceanographic Museum, or Exotic Garden on your own. The captain and crew provide commentary, especially on the return trip. Food, drinks, admissions, and transport in Monaco cost extra.

“Oh my goodness, there is no better way to arrive in Monaco then on this boat! What a great experience! The staff were super friendly, and conscious of everyone’s safety. Cannot recommend enough! Thank you for making our trip so special and memorable!”

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4.Ferry from Cannes to St Tropez

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 216 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $104

Ride a round-trip ferry from Cannes to St Tropez, with about 1 hour 15 minutes on the water each way. You’ll have the day to explore independently, from the Old Port and Citadel to La Ponche and the Musée de l’Annonciade. The boat has indoor seating, toilets, and a small cash-only bar, but no guide or hotel pickup.

“To give a memorable experience to my grandchild, 21 years, who has travelled a lot for the sport but never visited St Tropez. The ferry was something very nice compared with the rushes by car.”

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5.Ferry from Cannes to the island Ste Marguerite

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 207 reviews · 15 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Board the Trans Côte d’Azur ferry at Quai St Pierre in Cannes for a 15-minute ride to Sainte-Marguerite. Explore at your own pace, walk wooded trails, swim, watch birds at Batéguier lake, or visit Fort Royal, linked to the Man in the Iron Mask. Return ferries vary by season, so check the timetable before setting off.

“Great ferry crossing on time there and back great experience in fort royal just brilliant art exabition great fues value for money would recommend to do in Cannes”

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6.Quiberon: Ferry tickets from/to Belle-Île-en-Mer, Le Palais

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 33 reviews · from $23Best value

Take a Compagnie Océane ferry from Quiberon to Le Palais on Belle-Île-en-Mer. The crossing takes 50 minutes and includes luggage, indoor and outdoor seating, and wheelchair access. Spend the day on Brittany’s largest island, with more than 100 kilometers of walking routes, bike trails, and the Citadelle Vauban.

“I had bought the ferry tickets from Trainline in the UK, and discovered that the QR codes on them had to be converted to actual tickets when we got to the port at Quiberon. However this was done efficiently by the staff there.”

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