Scuba diving ranks high among the most enjoyed activities in Saint-Tropez. The Gulf of Saint Tropez is one of the best places to snorkel and scuba dive along the French Riviera. There are wreck dives including the most famous, The Rubis, a submarine that is surrounded by marine life. Although you're not allowed to enter the vessel, there is still plenty to see. There are also plenty of dive spots that feature rock formations, schools of fish, and lobsters.
Plenty of travelers choose Saint-Tropez as their beach retreat. The beaches are frequented by celebrities, so you'll find plenty of glitz and glamour by the water. For some of the best beaches, you'll want to head a little out of town. The most famous beach in the area is Pampelonne Beach which is popular with Hollywood celebrities during the summer months. Bouillabaisse Beach is the place to go if you want to look at the yachts, but for a more natural setting head to Graniers Beach.
You won't want to miss out on the shopping here. Surrounded by luxury, shopping is a must in this glamourous resort town. There are international luxury brands as well as local designer boutiques. Whether you're looking for yachting clothes, cigars, jewelry, or perfume, this is one of the best shopping destinations along the Cote d'Azur. Art is a particularly popular item to purchase while you're in town. 
Traveling in Saint-Tropez
Saint-Tropez, France
Saint-Tropez is a town in southern France west of Nice, in the Var department of the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur region. Saint-Tropez is located on the French Riviera. It was a military stronghold and a fishing village until the beginning of the 20th century. It was the first town on this coast to be liberated during World War II (as part of Operation Dragoon). After the war, it became an internationally known seaside resort, renowned principally because of the influx of artists of the French New Wave in cinema and the Ye-ye movement in music. It later became a resort for the European and American holiday and a goal for tourists in search of a little Provencal authenticity and an occasional celebrity sighting.
Predating St-Tropez' citadel are three medieval towers guarding the port: Portalet, Jarlier and Suffren, the oldest building in St-Tropez, dating from the 15th century.
Sweet-chiming Eglise de St-Tropez is a quintessential St-Trop landmark, built in 1785 in Italian baroque style. Inside is the bust of St Torpes, honoured during Les Bravades des Espagnols.
Neighborhoods & Around
In La Ponche, Saint Tropez's old fishing quarter, you can get away of some of the hustle and bustle of the busier areas and enjoy a stroll, taking in some sight such as the Eglesi de St. Tropez, a St-Trop landmark built in 1785 in Italian baroque style. Inside is a bust of St Torpes, honored during Les Bravades in May. Then follow rue du Portail Neuf south to Chapelle de la Misericorde, built in 1645 with a pretty bell tower and colorful tiled dome.
The Place des Lices, St-Tropez' legendary and very charming central square, is studded with plane trees, cafes and petanque players. Simply sitting on a cafe terrace watching the world go by or jostling with the crowds at its extravaganza of a twice-weekly market, jam-packed with everything from fruit and vegetables to antique mirrors and sandals, is an integral part of the St-Tropez experience.
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