Where is the old city in Nice?

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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This historic part of Nice feels like a medieval village with narrow streets curving between old buildings with red-tile roofs, small restaurants and open-markets.

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Its central location places it between the Port Lympia and the Gambetta quarter. Arrive at the Nice Train Station and use the tram system to travel south through the area. The Nice City Center is a beacon of the arts, with plenty of theaters and museums alongside the shopping streets and churches.

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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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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. The Place Masséna is the main square of the city.

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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.

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Cours Saleya, Famous Market Street in Nice, France.

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Place Massena is Nice's main square, and it is from here that it is worth starting your city tour. It is crossed by the Paillon Promenade, which is built over the river. The whole area is a great place to watch the everyday, unhurried lifestyle of the inhabitants of Nice, and relax among greenery and fountains.

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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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Nice city centre is less than 30 min. away by tram! This route stops at the airport (Terminal 1 and Terminal 2), and connects with the city centre via the “Jean Médecin” station, and with the port via the “Port Lympia” station. There is a tram to the airport roughly every 8 minutes during the week.

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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.

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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. Do you have a car? No problem, park easily in one of the many car parks.

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The Old Town of Nice is made up of tall tenement houses lined up along narrow and shadowed streets. The ground floors are occupied by restaurants, shops, and the galleries of local artists.

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Unless you're planning a day trip out to discover other small towns around Provence, getting a automobile in Nice isn't necessary. After all, you'll likely be spending most of your time strolling along the seaside Promenade des Anglais, and most parts of the city are very walkable.

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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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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).

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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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