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Discover Nice

Russian Orthodox Cathedral, Nice
Russian Orthodox Cathedral
Place Masséna, Nice
Place Masséna

City guide

About Nice

Nice crowns the sun-drenched Baie des Anges on the French Riviera (Cote d'Azur), cradled between the azure waters of the Mediterranean and the foothills of the Maritime Alps. France's fifth-largest city combines 19th-century aristocratic belle epoque elegance with a distinct Mediterranean and Italian-influenced soul.

Along the curve of the famous Promenade des Anglais, gentle surf rolls against smooth pebble shores. Directly behind lies the atmospheric labyrinth of Vieux Nice, alive with ochre facades, fluttering laundry, baroque chapels, and the fragrant market stalls of Cours Saleya.

Best time to go
May through October is the premier travel season, offering dependable sunshine and comfortable sea breezes with temperatures between 21 and 27°C. In February, the historic Nice Carnival draws crowds for colorful float parades and flower battles. Winters are exceptionally mild (daytime highs around 13 to 15°C) with abundant Mediterranean light.
From the airport
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) is located just 6 kilometres southwest of the city. Modern Tramway Line 2 departs directly outside both terminals, reaching central Jean Medecin and Port Lympia in 25 to 30 minutes for a standard local transit fare of roughly 1.70 euros. Official taxis have a fixed flat rate of 32 euros to central destinations.
Getting around
Vieux Nice and the waterfront promenade are best enjoyed on foot. The clean, modern 3-line tram network (Lignes d'Azur) covers wider city travel. From Nice-Ville central station, frequent TER coastal trains link Nice to Cannes, Monaco, Antibes, and Villefranche-sur-Mer in 15 to 30 minutes.

What to see in Nice

  • Promenade des AnglaisThe iconic seven-kilometre palm-lined seafront boulevard curving along the Baie des Anges, dotted with signature blue chairs and grand palaces like the historic Hotel Negresco.
  • Vieux Nice and Cours SaleyaThe historic old town of narrow medieval alleys, pastel buildings, artisan boutiques, and the famous daily market filled with vibrant flowers and regional produce.
  • Castle Hill (Colline du Chateau)The wooded hilltop park dividing the old town from the port, featuring an artificial waterfall and sweeping panoramic views over the terracotta rooftops and bay.
  • Matisse and Chagall MuseumsTwo world-class art collections celebrating artists drawn to the Riviera light: the Matisse Museum in a 17th-century Genoese villa and the Marc Chagall National Museum housing his Biblical Message canvases.

Neighbourhoods

  • Vieux NiceThe vibrant historic core filled with cafe squares, local bistros, specialty spice shops, and legendary ice cream parlors like Fenocchio.
  • Le Port and Place GaribaldiThe picturesque harbor district packed with colorful wooden fishing boats (pointus), antique shops, seafood bistros, and trendy evening wine bars.
  • CimiezA peaceful residential hilltop quarter home to ancient Roman ruins, olive groves, monastery gardens, and grand belle epoque hotels.

Food and drink

Order warm socca: a savory chickpea pancake baked in wood-fired ovens on giant copper platters and seasoned with cracked black pepper. Savor an authentic salade nicoise (with tuna, anchovies, hard-boiled eggs, and local cailletier olives) or grab a pan bagnat (a crusty round sandwich stuffed with the same fresh ingredients and olive oil). Taste pissaladiere, a savory tart topped with caramelized onions, anchovies, and black olives.

Questions about Nice

Are the beaches in Nice sandy or pebbly?

The public and private beaches along the Promenade des Anglais are made of smooth, rounded grey pebbles (galets). Water shoes are recommended for walking and swimming comfortably.

Is Nice a practical base for exploring the French Riviera?

Extremely practical. Fast TER coastal trains run along the coast all day, reaching Villefranche-sur-Mer in 10 minutes, Monaco in 20 minutes, and Cannes in 30 minutes.

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