Nice: Latest 2025 Travel Guide

🌴 Nice Travel Package

🏖️ Must-visit tourist hotspots

  1. Promenade des Anglais

    • Nice's most famous seaside promenade, strolling or cycling along the azure coastline, super enjoyable!
    • The editor recommends: Come at dusk to watch the sunset cast on the sea, it is extremely romantic.
  2. Colline du Château / Castle Hill

    • It overlooks the old town of Nice and the Baie des Anges, making it a great place for taking photos.
    • Although there is no real castle, the viewing platform is really worth climbing.
  3. Nice Old Town (Vieux Nice)

    • Narrow alleys, colorful buildings, and bustling markets are full of Mediterranean atmosphere.
    • Don’t miss Cours Saleya Market , where you can find flowers, spices, fruits, and experience the local life.
  4. Matisse Museum

    • Matisse spent most of his life in Nice, and this place showcases his classic works. A must-see for art lovers!
  5. Nice Cathedral

    • Located in the center of the old city, it has a gorgeous Baroque style, and both the exterior and interior are worth admiring.
  6. Sunny Beach (Plages de Nice)

    • Unlike fine sand, Nice has a pebble beach where you can rent a lounge chair to sunbathe or go into the sea in the summer.
    • Editor's reminder: It is best to wear water shoes, which will make it more comfortable to go into the water.
  7. Day trip recommendations

    • Monaco : 20 minutes by train to experience the land of the rich.
    • Èze : A medieval mountain town, I especially recommend the perfume factory.
    • Cannes : famous for its film festival, beaches and boutiques.

🍴 Must-try food in Nice

Nice combines French and Mediterranean flavors, and its cuisine is very unique:

  • Salad Niçoise

    • A local classic, it is mainly composed of tomatoes, olives, tuna and eggs, and is refreshing and healthy.
  • Chickpea Pancakes (Socca)

    • Nice street food, made from chickpea flour pancakes, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
  • Onion Tower (Pissaladière)

    • The quiche is topped with caramelized onions, olives, and anchovies, making it a savory and appetizing dish.
  • Ratatouille

    • A classic southern French vegetable dish, perfect for vegetarians.
  • Nice-style seafood cuisine

    • Fresh fish, mussels and shrimp from the Mediterranean coast are often found in traditional restaurants.
  • Gelato

    • There are many ice cream shops in the old town, which are a must-try in the summer. There are so many flavors that it’s dizzying.

🚆 Transportation Tips

City transportation

  • Walking : The Old Town and waterfront area are great for exploring on foot.
  • Tram : Convenient and cheap, the T1 line runs through the main attractions in the city.
  • Bus : Can go outside the city and suburban towns.

External transportation

  • Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)

    • It is only 7 km away from the city center and can be reached directly by Tram 2 or bus.
  • Train (SNCF)

    • You can go to Monaco, Cannes, and Marseille, and enjoy the beautiful Mediterranean scenery along the way.
  • Self-driving

    • Driving along the Cote d'Azur is beautiful, but there are few parking spaces in the city, so it is recommended to combine short-distance driving with public transportation.

💡 A friendly reminder from the editor

  • The summer tourist season is very busy, so it is recommended to book accommodation in advance.
  • Nice Beach is pebbled and you need to rent a beach chair to sit down, otherwise it will be a bit uncomfortable.
  • The market is usually closed on Mondays, so if you want to visit the Saleya market, remember to avoid Mondays.
  • It is recommended to stay in Nice for at least 3 days so that you can explore the city and the surrounding towns at the same time.

📅3-day itinerary in Nice

🗓️ Day 1: Seaside and Old Town

  • Morning: Promenade des Anglais ➝ Stroll along the beach and take photos
  • Noon: Socca chickpea pancakes in the Old Town
  • Afternoon: Visit Vieux Nice , Cours Saleya Market, and Nice Cathedral
  • Evening: Climb up Castle Hill to watch the sunset and night view

🗓️ Day 2: Arts and Culture

  • Morning: Matisse Museum
  • Afternoon: Marc Chagall Museum (Musée Marc Chagall) ➝ Experience another artistic atmosphere
  • Evening: Return to the old town and enjoy a Nicoise salad and Ratatouille at a traditional restaurant

🗓️ Day 3: Small town day trip

  • Select a nearby town:
    • Monaco : Luxurious casinos, royal palaces, and the F1 circuit
    • Èze : A medieval mountain town with a perfume factory experience
    • Cannes : Film Festival City, Relaxed Beaches
  • Return to Nice in the evening and end your trip with a cocktail by the sea

📅 Nice + Monaco/Cannes 5-day itinerary

🗓️ Day 1: First arrival in Nice

  • Arrival in Nice → Luggage storage
  • Afternoon: Stroll along the Promenade des Anglais and relax at the beach
  • Evening: Dinner in the Old Town with Pissaladière and Onion Tart

🗓️ Day 2: Nice Old Town & Castle Hill

  • Morning: Visit the Souq de Saray and stroll through the alleys of the old city
  • Afternoon: Nepal Garden & Castle Hill Observation Deck
  • Evening: Seine Riverside restaurant (seafood platter recommended)

🗓️ Day 3: Nice Art Tour

  • Morning: Matisse Museum
  • Afternoon: Chagall Museum or free time to sunbathe on the beach
  • Evening: Drinks at a bar in the Old Town

🗓️ Day 4: Monaco Day Trip

  • Morning: 20 minutes by train to Monaco
    • Palace Square ➝ Maritime Museum ➝ Casino Square
  • Afternoon: Stroll along the harbor and see the luxury yachts
  • Evening: Return to Nice to rest

🗓️ Day 5: Cannes or Eze

  • choose:
    • Cannes : beaches, red carpets
    • Èze Village : Medieval Stone Town and Perfume Factory Tour
  • Afternoon: Return to Nice and have ice cream by the sea for a perfect ending

🎒 Editor's Tips

  • 3-day itinerary → Suitable for those with limited time and just want to experience Nice + a small town.
  • 5-day itinerary → Visit Nice, Monaco, and Cannes at the same time and experience the diverse charm of the Cote d'Azur.
  • If you come in the summer, remember to bring a swimsuit, sunglasses, and sunscreen, because you will be tempted to jump into the sea all the time!
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