Sainte-Maxime (pronounced: [sɛ̃t maksim]; Provençal: Santa Maxima) is a commune and city in the Var department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. I.e. on the French Riviera (Côte d'Azur) in southeastern France 90 km (56 mi) from Nice and 130 km (81 mi) from Marseille.

Sainte-maxime in France offers a unique experience to travellers. Sainte-maxime is located at a short trip away from Menton a major city in France. Add Menton to your vacation plan, it has an interesting bunch of activities to do on your visit like Musee Jean Cocteau Collection Severin Wunderman, Bastion Museum, The Basilica Of St-michael The Archangel. Also, to reach Sainte-maxime, you'll have to take a flight to Menton; so its not really a detour. And even if it is, the city is worth paying at least a quick visit. Most online packages to this city are of 1-2 days.