Nice, France

Nice

Pastel facades, a wide bay and the Promenade des Anglais on the Riviera.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Nice

Day 1

  1. MorningBrowse the Cours Saleya flower and food market, then wander the old town.
  2. AfternoonClimb Castle Hill for the view of the Baie des Anges, then swim from the pebble beach.
  3. EveningWalk the Promenade des Anglais at sunset, then dinner in the old town.

Day 2

Visit Èze, Villefranche or Monaco by bus or train.

What to eat

Socca, a crispy chickpea pancake, and a pan bagnat sandwich.

Local tips

Make the most of Nice

Beat the crowds

The old town and the Promenade are busy all summer. The flower market is best in the morning.

Best photo spot

Climb Castle Hill for the view over the bay and the old town rooftops.

Getting there

Trams run from the airport to the centre. Trains connect with Monaco, Cannes and Antibes.

Don't miss nearby

Villefranche-sur-Mer, a small colourful harbour 10 minutes by train.

Good to know

The beaches are pebbles, not sand: water shoes help. The Promenade is lovely for a sunrise walk.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Nice

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Plan your visit

Getting to Nice

Getting there

  • Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)7 km away
  • Genoa Airport (GOA)150 km away
  • Aix-en-Provence145 km away
  • Turin155 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forCoast, Food, Old towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryFrance

Questions

Nice: good to know

Is Nice worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like the coast, food and historic old towns. Pastel facades, a wide bay and the Promenade des Anglais on the Riviera.

How many days do you need in Nice?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Nice?

You can visit all year. The old town and the Promenade are busy all summer. The flower market is best in the morning.

How do you get to Nice?

The nearest airport is Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE), about 7 km away. Trams run from the airport to the centre. Trains connect with Monaco, Cannes and Antibes.

What is there to see near Nice?

Nearby hidden places include Èze (8.3 km), Moustiers-Sainte-Marie (85 km) and Valensole Lavender (104 km).

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