A highly popular tourists’ destination, the most visited in France after Paris for both summer and winter vacations. The capital and main city of the French Riviera, Cote d’Azur, on the southeast of France and the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. The city is located at the foot of the Alps Mountains near the Italian border in the east and Provence on the west.
Visiting Nice you will enjoy Italian influenced architecture, luxurious hotels and impressive palaces and villas.
Stroll Palm trees lined avenues, relax in beautiful gardens, and visit the town’s museums and art galleries, luxurious boutiques, and colorful markets. But above all relax in the city great beaches and glamourous sea front, which are perfect background for a great vacation to be enjoyed in a moderate climate all year round.
Enjoy the picturesque old city, Vieux Nice, its beautiful 18th century bustling narrow streets, with colorful, ochre facades and turquoise shutters buildings. Window shop the small traditional shops and boutiques, and relax in its restaurants, caffes and bars. Visit Cours Saleya Market Square, offering numerous stalls of local food produce and souvenirs, turned into a Flea Market on Mondays. Stroll along the iconic Promenade des Anglais, the 7 km waterfront walk along the Mediterranean coast, with its Palm trees and beautiful waterfront views. Admire the elegant 18th century buildings, the famous Hotel Negresco, and enjoy the great local cuisine in one of many great restaurants along the way.
Visit the nearby Place Massena, the main city square used for public events and concerts and as a venue for the summer festivals, and enjoy the beautiful gardens on the way. Climb Colline du Chateau, the Castle Hill, to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the old town, the harbor, and the mountains, and explore the ancient ruins of the Roman city, Cemenelum on the hill of Cimiez, the thermal baths and the arenas.
Nice Beach
Cimiez Monastery
Saint Jean Cap Ferrat
In the old town visit one of many Baroque churches such as the Church of the Gesu, and the Cathedral of St. Reparata in the charming Place Rossetti square. Be sure not to miss the magnificent 17th century Lascaris Palace with its beautiful decor, prestigious collection of ancient musical instruments, and the rich collections of paintings, tapestries, prints, sculptures, and furniture.
Many renounced painters have found Nice and its surroundings a perfect place for their creations. Visit the beautiful Chagall Museum and Matisse Museum, and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art to name few of many.
Enjoy and relax in the beautiful beaches of the Baie des Anges during the day and exploit the vibrant atmosphere the city has to offer at night, with the top class clubs, restaurants and beautiful bars, such as in the lively Cours Saleya. For shopping, the city offers many glamorous shopping centers such as Nicetoile, Nice TNL, Nice Lingostiere, Northern Forum, and more.
When visiting Nice expect warm and dry summers and mild, rainy winters. Access the city by driving, taking a train from Paris, or flying into its international airport.
Spend 1-2 days in Nice and take additional Day Trips from Nice visiting its nearby surroundings and to destinations further away if you have decided to make Nice the center and hub of your great vacation in the French Riviera.
