Toulon is a city in the South of France, west of the Riviera and on the easterly frontiers of Provence, making it an ideal destination for anyone that wants to explore both the coastline and the countryside. The city also has a major harbour making car hire from Toulon popular. The city's skyline is dominated by the Toulon Opera House and Toulon Cathedral, but Mont Faron is the major landmark; its cable cars are always a hit with tourists. Hiring a car from Toulon can take you east to the Presqu'île de Giens peninsula or north into tranquil Provence.
Tourists in Toulon will usually head straight for the Harbour but the Toulon Cathedral in the old town is well worth a visit and the Upper Town, which is largely based around the Place de la Liberté, is also a must see. Once you've seen the main sights, the Mont Faron cable cars are a great activity for all the family. If you're hiring a car in Toulon, the Anse Magaud beach is a short drive east on the A57 and offer a more peaceful setting. You can also take the A57 to rustic towns like Hyères, and the country/coast beauty of the Presqu'île de Giens peninsula which juts out into the Mediterranean.
