Avenue Jean-Médecin is a pedestrian-friendly street with a tramline in its center. Many know it as the main shopping avenue in Nice.
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The Place Masséna is the main square of the city. Before the Paillon River was covered over, the Pont-Neuf was the only practicable way between the old town and the modern one. The square was thus divided into two parts (North and South) in 1824.
Nice is often associated with the Promenade des Anglais (English Promenade), or simply ''La Prom'', as locals call it. Stretching from the airport to Castle Hill, this 7-km avenue is one of the most iconic seafronts in Europe.
If you are a first-time traveler, the Old Town (or Vieux Nice in French), is one of the best places to stay in Nice! With its labyrinth of narrow cobblestone streets and tall pastel buildings, it is the heart and soul of the city.
Promenade des Anglais in Nice is the most important attraction in the city. It stretches for seven kilometers and provides an uninterrupted view of the azure sea and palm trees. In Nice, we call it the Prom but its full name is the Promenade des Anglais (Walkway of the English).
Cap-de-NiceA quarter on the coast with a unique view of the Bay of Angels.It is in the neighborhood of the port and another quiet luxury area - Mont Boron. Mainly residences, villas and luxury apartments are located in Cap-de-Nice. Well-known politicians, athletes, showbiz stars live in the neighborhood.
Located between Nice and Monaco, overlooking the Mediterranean, the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild is a magnificent palace surrounded by nine themed gardens: French garden, Spanish garden, Florentine garden, stone garden, Japanese garden, exotic garden, Provençal garden and rose garden.
Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Nice should cost around €20 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Nice is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
Saint-Paul de Vence (also called simply, Saint Paul) lies near Nice, between Cagnes-sur-Mer and Vence. St-Paul is a medieval village, and today it is a real mecca for artists, who have been coming here since 1920. Among others, Picasso, Dufy, Matisse, and Marc Chagall have stayed here and created their works.
The grand dame of Nice's seafront is Plage Publique De l'Opéra, directly in front of Nice's lauded Opéra Nice Côte d'Azur, after which the beach is named. Plage Publique De l'Opera is sandwiched between Beau Rivage and Ponchettes and is one of the most central beaches in Nice.
Saint Tropez has been the celebrity's destination of choice for years. This quiet town on the Côte d'Azur has been a millionaire playground for years. It's a quiet region and isn't known for a lively atmosphere. But if you want a relaxing break in the lap of luxury, this is the place to be.
On her first two visits to Nice in 1895 and 1896 the Queen stayed in the Grand Hôtel in Cimiez above Nice. On her next three visits she stayed in the Excelsior Hôtel Regina, Cimiez, which had been built with her needs in mind. She travelled with a staff of 100 and took over the whole west wing.
It is Villa La Leopolda is considered the most expensive residential real estate in the world. La Villa Leopolda is recognized as a historical monument of France.
The blue chair is the symbol of Nice. You can find them on the promenade and also buy many souvenirs with them on. La Chaise Bleue de SAB is a lovely large sculpture of the iconic chair which is unmissable on the promenade.