Old Town Travel Guide
Nice
Popular places to visit
Promenade des Anglais
Stroll the promenade day or night for views across the Bay of Angels, and access to Nice’s best beaches.
Place Massena
Nice’s main square offers opportunities for shopping, delightful cafés dotted around the edge and some of the best people-watching in the city.
Port of Nice
Explore the waterfront in Nice with a trip to Port of Nice. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Allianz Riviera
Watch sports at the highest level at Nice’s premier stadium, where you can attend soccer and rugby matches as well as concerts and shows.
Historic Town Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Learn about the local history of Saint-Paul-de-Vence with a stop at Historic Town Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Amble around this relaxing area's gardens or experience its art scene.
Paloma Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paloma Beach during your travels in Nice?
Things to do
From Nice: Eze, Monaco, & Monte-Carlo Half-Day Trip
Nice Le Grand Tour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus
Entrance ticket to the Escoffier Culinary Art Museum
From Nice : Monaco, Monte Carlo & Èze Tour (T2)
From Nice: Saint-Tropez and Port Grimaud Day Tour
Top hotels in Old Town
Albert 1'er Hotel Nice, France
Perfect location for walking to explore city, room was very nice and staff very helpful with any request Only complaint was shampoo was a combo shampoo conditioner and didn’t feel like it rinsed well so left hair feeling heavy, I would stay again and just bring my own shampoo 😀
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Le Meridien Nice
The location was good, we had the beach view but most of the fifth floor was under construction with terrible non stop noise. For a high end hotel with high prices it was extremely disappointing.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hôtel Vacances Bleues Le Royal
The beach view was absolutely perfect! The hotel was right on the beach but also a short walk to old town, and the rest of the city. Many good restaurants around, and staff was very nice! The sea view room with a balcony and chairs was beautiful and clean.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Westminster Hotel & Spa Nice
Very good unobstructed view. Clean room
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Nice
Great hotel l,very big room with great sea view. Lots of nice products supplied in bathroom. Staff very helpful and friendly. Very good location with good transport nearby
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Nice Centre Hotel
Lovely spotless room great shower lovely staff.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town
Cros-de-Cagnes
Cros-de-Cagnes is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hippodrome de la Cote d'Azur and Stone Beach.
Fabron
Beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top things to explore in Fabron. A visit to Promenade des Anglais or Saint Helene Beach might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Sainte-Hélène Tram Station or Fabron Tram Station to get around town.
L'Arenas
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in L'Arenas. If sightseeing is on the list, Baie des Anges is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Airport Terminal 1 Tram Stop or Airport Terminal 2 Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Les Baumettes
Known for its pristine beaches and ample dining options, there's plenty to explore in Les Baumettes. You can visit top attractions like Promenade des Anglais and Nice Museum of Fine Arts, and jump on the metro at Magnan Tram Station or Lenval - Hôpital Tram Station to see more of the city.
Gambetta
Beaches and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy in Gambetta, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Alsace - Lorraine Tram Station.
Thiers
While you're in Thiers, take in top sights like Theatre Athena and jump on the metro at Alsace - Lorraine Tram Station to see more of the city.
