Where can I walk in Old Town Nice?

Old Town of Nice – where to start your walk. A stroll around Old Nice is best started from Place Massena, which is the central square of Nice. Going towards the sea, which is visible between the buildings, you will, in a minute, reach the green square called the Esplanade Georges Pompidou.



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Nice Old Town is a characterful district in the south of the city. It forms a triangle, hemmed in by the port to the east and Castle Hill to the west, where the Promenade des Anglais runs out. The glittering water of the Mediterranean lines its southern edge. To the north is the Promenade du Paillon.

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The Promenade des Anglais is one of the most famous spots in Nice and the one attracting the most tourists and locals. It runs alongside the Mediterranean Sea for over 7 kilometres from the Quai des Etats-Unis to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport. Start your walk at the edge of Vieux-Nice, from Quai des Etats-Unis.

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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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Nice is a very walkable city – most attractions can be reached within walking distance. The best way to get around Nice is by foot or bicycle, but public transportation options like buses and trams are also available.

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By train, taxi, bus, or tram, visit Nice Côte d'Azur and get around freely. Once in the city, opt for bike rides and discover the beauty of the outdoors.

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The most emblematic street in Nice, the Promenade des Anglais is a gorgeous pedestrian area that follows the curve of the Baie des Anges beaches. This legendary seaside boulevard is lined with planted palm trees and filled with elegant gardens. Nice's beautiful churches.

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The Place Masséna is a historic square in Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, France. It was named for André Masséna. Its layout was designed by Joseph Vernier in 1843-1844.

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The most famous stretch of seafront in Nice – if not France – is this vast paved promenade, which gets its name from the English expat patrons who paid for it in 1822.

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The pedestrian street of Rue Massena in Nice, with it's restaurants and shops is a favourite for strollers at evening time.

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Relax after the Beach And, of course, you get the beach bar and a lovely bar in the hotel. Just 24 hours in Nice is long enough to make you realize that you need to plan a more extensive visit. We didn't even hit on the winding alleys of Old Town or the shopping district!

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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.

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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.

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A popular holiday destination, Nice is a bustling city on the chic French Riviera. It's famous for its great climate, stunning views and art and culture. However, while Nice boasts gorgeous beaches, delicious food, and plenty of fun things to do, it also has a reputation for being busy, touristy and a bit expensive.

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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.

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Trams run every 5 to 10 minutes between 4:30am and 11:30pm, each and every day. Tram tickets cost €1.50. Daylong passes are available for €5, allowing the holder unlimited transport on Nice's trams and buses for the entire day.

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Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber in Nice. Request a ride up to 30 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year.

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