Location: Nice
Top Things to do in Nice
Top 10 Things to do in Nice, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
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. Promenade des Anglais
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4.5 based on 15,280 reviews
This famous street travels along Nice's Mediterranean waterfront.
Reviewed By mbc421 - Toronto, Canada
There is something to be said for a morning walk with a warm, salty summer breeze rolling off the Mediterranean. The Promenade des Anglais is a wide spot that is perfect for a morning jog, a hop down to the pebble beach, or simply stopping for a coffee or cocktail to people watch. I went in the morning and afternoon and found the experience more relaxed and less hot in the morning. The Promenade is close to the old town, so if you like long morning walks you can combine both. The Promenade is the best option for joggers, strollers, and slow-walking groups who want to stick together.
2. Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice
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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. Place Massena
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4.5 based on 5,798 reviews
A picturesque city square in Nice's historic quarter.
Reviewed By colina919 - Hereford, United Kingdom
All roads seem to lead in and out of this area and it is the natural focal point of the city the trams come around and through it the buildings are delightful to see and it has a lovely air of relaxed feeling
4. Castle Hill of Nice
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4.5 based on 9,638 reviews
Reviewed By sezzyloulou - Harlow, United Kingdom
Of all the places essential to see in Nice, this is one of them On the top of a hill overlooking the bay of Nice, originally built for military purposes Castle hill dominates the city, separating the eastern part - the port - and the western part - the old town Once at the top (you can climb up the stairs, or get in the free lift) it offers the most spectacular panoramic views of the bay, the ruins of an old cathedral, a view of the port, and has a lovely (though artificial) waterfall There are toilets and a small cafe too It is lovely to walk back down and visit the Jewish and catholic cemeteries, where you will find tombs of many aristocrats and famous people - apparently it costs 30k just to ‘reserve a plot’ with a substantial yearly upkeep fee
5. Old Town
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4.5 based on 12,313 reviews
This historic part of Nice feels like a medieval village with narrow streets curving between old buildings with red-tile roofs, small restaurants and open-markets.
Reviewed By NfN270644 - Great Yarmouth, United Kingdom
Large Old Town area incorporating a wonderful flower market, small shops in narrow, historic winding alleys and streets selling anything and everything, thoroughly enjoyable time with great cafes/restaurants full of locals enjoying coffee, snacks and meals.
6. Marche aux Fleurs Cours Saleya
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4.5 based on 1,105 reviews
This popular open-air marketplace features flowers, food items, produce and live fowl directly from the neighboring farms.
Reviewed By 322katherinex - Nice, France
This market was the absolute cutest! We went in the morning and it was bustling with activity. The locals were really friendly and had products ranging from local produce to beautiful paintings of Nice!
7. Marc Chagall National Museum
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4.5 based on 3,618 reviews
This museum has a large collection of works by Marc Chagall, the famous Russian-born painter and designer.
Reviewed By alajournal - Bratislava, Slovakia
Lucky artist to have a custom made house for his works - and even already during his lifetime! Especially with the wonderful Biblical Message cycle in mind! The Biblical Message was what I enjoyed viewing the most and it made me thinking of not so lucky Alfons Mucha, who had painted beautiful poetic monumental cycle Slav Epic and his paintings are "homeless" so far. I like the way the Biblical Message is presented in this museum. I extremely enjoyed viewing the documentary about Marc Chagall, not only because the documentary was well done, but was screened in a "theatre" room with comfortable chairs, with stained glass windows by Marc Chagall himself and there even was a harpsichord decorated by him there. In other rooms there were also his other paintings, sculptures, drawings and ceramics to be seen. Also an interesting mosaic in the yard to be admired through a glass wall. I highly recommend seeing this museum.
8. Cathedrale Sainte-Reparate
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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!
9. Musee Massena
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4.0 based on 757 reviews
The Masséna Musee, the architectural jewel of the Promenade des Anglais, evokes through its collections the art and history of the Riviera from the time of the attachment of Nice to France until the end of the Belle Epoque.
Reviewed By meyerea - Rancho Murieta, United States
This is a beautiful building with several formal furnished rooms and a permanent exhibit with Napoleonic artifacts as well as artifacts from other important figures from the history of Nice. The current exhibit of circus memorabilia and history is extensive and impressive and extremely interesting. The memorial to the victims of the 2016 Bastille Day terrorist attacks is located in the gardens.
10. Place Garibaldi
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4.0 based on 2,285 reviews
Reviewed By Discover51051
Look carefully at the window dressings, wow. Right on tram line and on way to Nice Harbour to catch bus. Stop and get a drink and take in the hussel and bussel
