Nice Travel Guide

Explore Nice like a local with our help: A sun-soaked Riviera city with Italian roots and French flair, Nice blends seaside beauty, daily life, and cultural depth. Whether it’s your first time or a return visit, the curve of the Baie des Anges, the color-washed streets of Old (Vieux) Nice, and the steady rhythm of the Promenade des Anglais set the tone for a Mediterranean escape that feels both lively and relaxed.

Wandering through Nice is all about contrast. Art lovers will find Matisse and Chagall in dedicated museums, but also color and texture in the Old Town’s shutters and market stalls. For history buffs, baroque churches sit next to Belle Époque mansions, and Roman ruins crown nearby Castle Hill. The food is local and seasonal—from chickpea socca to stuffed vegetables, olive oils, and rosé wines served on quiet terraces or lively squares.

The city is compact and best seen on foot. Each neighborhood has its own character, from the winding lanes of Cimiez to the seaside cafés near the port. Head up Castle Hill for sweeping views, wander the flower stalls of the Cours Saleya Market, or linger over an espresso as the late sun warms the pastel facades. Nice reveals itself slowly—and that’s part of its charm.