The most unique things to do in St Tropez

Idleness is the prevailing characteristic of unforgettable holidays in St Tropez. It's easy to forget about the summer days, watching the hours go by and the sun decline in the summer heat! 

So, why not opt for something a little more daring, a little more unique, or memorable in one of our St Tropez villa rentals? 

With these unique things to do in St Tropez, you can rise from your horizontal slumber and become part of the local culture! 

For all you need to know about Saint Tropez, explore Le Collectionist's guide.

Unique things to do in St Tropez: Cast off from a fishing village in the early morning

Embark on a boat with a man whose wisdom of the sea and its inhabitants will leave you stunned. Yohann is a master of fishing who will impart his wisdom on you with a morning of fishing along the picturesque shores of St Tropez. 

As they say, give a man a fish you'll feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you've fed him for a lifetime. With Yohann, you really are learning from the best!

Depart at sunrise and begin the morning of fishing as the rising sun catches the motionless surface of the sea. Return to your beachfront villa with a basket of the freshest fish, perfect for a feast in the evening!

Tired from all the adventures? If you'd like your maritime spoils to be prepared by a chef at home, let our luxury concierge take care of everything in the kitchen of your family villa in Saint-Tropez.

Best things to do in St Tropez: A daring day trip along the coastal cliffs

Some of the best holiday experiences are often the ones you least expect. The best stories are always those of the most unforgettable adventures, synonymous with those thrills that will stay with you forever.

One of our favourite adventures in Saint-Tropez is a traverse of the high granite walls lining the coast, like a natural rampart of the French Riviera. These climbing routes overlooking the glittering Mediterranean are breathtaking! 

For more inspiration on what to do in St Tropez, take a look at our curated list of essentials.

St Tropez with kids: Potter around Port Grimaud

Port Grimaud is a place of architectural peculiarity. This small seaside town, a short distance from St Tropez, is the fruition of architect Francois Spoerry’s (seemingly fevered) dreams.

Known as the Venice of Provence, the town was constructed into the marshlands in mimicry of Venetian canals and the fisherman-styled houses of St Tropez.

Looking for things to do in St Tropez with kids? Take a boat trip along the canals to admire this unique city. Then, venture inland to explore the picturesque hilltop village of Grimaud!

For more inspiration, check out our selection of the best things to do in Saint-Tropez with children. 

Family holiday in St Tropez: Clamber the coastal paths of Cap Camarat

The natural beauty of St Tropez is often ancillary to the world-famous beach clubs of Pampelonne Beach that shot to stardom in the wake of Brigitte Bardot’s performance in And God Created Woman.

The beach clubs of St Tropez and the villas exist because of this beauty, not the other way around. So, strap on your walking shoes and explore nature beyond the plane trees at Cap Camarat.

Visit vineyards, frolic on secret beaches and admire the view from this granite cape! It's undoubtedly one of the easiest and best things to do in Saint-Tropez.

For more inspiration on where to go on your family holiday in St Tropez, delve into our exclusive guide to the best beaches. 

Become a local: Play petanque in Place des Lices

In the shade of the trees on Place des Lices, you'll find the real locals of Saint-Tropez, all smiles and good humour in their summer outfits.

Here, in the heart of the village, that the old-timers gather to play pétanque in the late afternoon, when the air begins to cool. They'll be delighted to introduce you to this iconic sport, which originated in Provence!  Definitely one of our top 10 things to do in Saint-Tropez.

Another must-try whilst you are in the centre of St Tropez: visit the Tarte Tropézienne and try the famous tart of the same name, just off the Place des Lices.

For more inspiration, delve into our list of the top 10 things to do in St Tropez.

Sample the French Riviera’s finest wines

The French Riviera and its surroundings are home to some of the much-vaunted wines!

One of the best things to do in St Tropez is to learn about this craft by following a cellar master through the paces of winemaking and wine tasting. For non touristy things to do in St Tropez,  Domaine La Tourraque is one of our favourite places to learn the traditions of this fine craft.

Sail the waters of the Cote d'Azur: Les Voiles

One of the most unique things to do in St Tropez is to participate in the famous Voiles de St Tropez regatta aboard the moonbeam.

Our conciergerie our more than enthusiastic to arrange this one for any of our visitors, so simply get in touch for this exhilarating experience. The famous Moonbeam - a Scottish vessel - will carry you across the waters of the Mediterranean. 

Your luxury holidays in France will be gone in the blink of an eye as you discover all the hidden gems in St Tropez.