Location: Nice
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Things to do in Nice, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur: The Best Churches & Cathedrals
The deep blue waters of the Cote d’Azur are the dramatic backdrop for elegant Nice. Breathe in the fresh Mediterranean air as you stroll the waterfront promenade, or get an eagle eye of the whole city from atop Castle Hill. The pedestrians-only Place Rossetti is the heart of the city, with a grand fountain, vibrant buildings, and the beautiful Sainte-Réparate cathedral giving it a provincial French feel.
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1. Eglise Armenienne Sainte-Marie de Nice
2. Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,950 reviews
This Russian cathedral was built in the early 20th century in honor of the son of Aleksandr II tsarevich Nicolai, who died in Nice after failing to recover from tuberculosis.
Reviewed By 205alanr - Ayr, United Kingdom
Not withstanding the religious aspect of the building. It is a wonderful example of Russian Orthodox Church Architecture and a gem to visit . It is located in the centre of Nice and is easily located. I would strongly recommend you put it on your itinerary.
3. Cathedrale Sainte-Reparate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 967 reviews
Reviewed By Rose90264 - York, United Kingdom
The cathedral of Nice is well worth a visit! Open Monday 2-6 and Tuesday-Sunday between 9-12 and 2-6. Entry is free and donations are welcomed. Free tours in English and Spanish are currently available from volunteers from ARC until September 1st, when the basilica will be open during lunchtime. Catholic mass is on Saturday's at 6:30pm in French. Mass is also on Sunday's at 10am in French and 12pm in Latin. Inside the basilica there are 10 chapels with small labels in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese and Russian. The cathedral sells a guide of the basilica in English, French and Italian for €1 in their shop. There is amazing Baroque art and architecture in the beautifully restored basilica. It is exquisitely embellished with gold and rich colours, characteristic of the Baroque style. Next to the basilica there is an 18th century campanile. The basilica is surrounded by cafes, restaurants and ice cream shops! A lovely area not to be missed!
4. Eglise Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By Luisguiper - Bogota, Colombia
It was open when I happened to walk by the street where the church is located, so I entered. Though the building is high, the interior is rather small; the charming interior called my attention right away. It looked like a medieval atmosphere, but actually the church was built in the 17th century. Art is everywhere represented by frescoes on the walls and ceilings, paintings and religious work. A mass was being celebrated at that moment, so I kept my distance not to interrupt it.
5. Eglise de l'Annonciation dite de Sainte-Rita
6. Eglise Orthodoxe Saint Nicolas et Sainte Alexandra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Saint Nicolas and Saint Alexandra Russian Orthodox Church in Nice (Longchamp street)- Ecumenical Patriarchate
7. Eglise Saint Jean-Baptiste - Le Voeu
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
8. Eglise Notre-Dame-du-Perpetuel-Secours
9. Tour et Couvent Saint Francois
10. Chapelle de la Visitation
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