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.
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.
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.
Hôtel Negresco
You can learn about the history of Nice when you stop by Hôtel Negresco. Stroll along the waterfront or attend a sporting event in this quaint area.
Avenue Jean Medecin
During your visit to Nice, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Jean Medecin. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Things to do
Nice Le Grand Tour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus
From Nice : French Riviera Full-Day Tour (T1)
Entrance ticket to the Escoffier Culinary Art Museum
From Nice : Monaco, Monte Carlo & Èze Tour (T2)
from Nice , Italian Market & Menton (T11)
Top hotels in Old Town
Albert 1'er Hotel Nice, France
"The room was very small but very nice. Comfortable bed and great shower"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Nice
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Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hôtel Vacances Bleues Le Royal
"Great location and great staff. The hotel was in good condition but our room needed a good carpet cleaning. The sea view from our balcony was amazing and so was the outdoor bar."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Mercure Nice Promenade Des Anglais
"My room was clean and overlooked the beach. I did not try the breakfast. There was no bar to speak of, though a rooftop bar would be ideal at this location on the promenade."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hôtel Saint Georges
"Broken elevator"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Le Meridien Nice
"The location was really good. Close to the beach & restaurant & bars & shops as it was central to most places. We had an executive room with terrace city view. It was smaller than expected for the price we paid. We had drinks at the bar and the service was good. The breakfast was a big keg down. ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
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 L'Entree du Port 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 Carras Plage 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 Florida Beach, 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.
