Old Town Travel Guide

Nice

Old Town
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Popular places to visit

Nice showing general coastal views and a pebble beach

Promenade des Anglais

4.5/5(425 reviews)

Stroll the promenade day or night for views across the Bay of Angels, and access to Nice’s best beaches.

Promenade des Anglais
Port of Nice

Port of Nice

4/5(6 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Nice with a trip to Port of Nice. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Port of Nice
Place Massena showing a statue or sculpture

Place Massena

4.5/5(225 reviews)

Nice’s main square offers opportunities for shopping, delightful cafés dotted around the edge and some of the best people-watching in the city.

Place Massena
Allianz Riviera

Allianz Riviera

4.5/5(57 reviews)

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.

Allianz Riviera
Paloma Beach

Paloma Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paloma Beach during your travels in Nice?

Paloma Beach
Historic Town Saint-Paul-de-Vence

Historic Town Saint-Paul-de-Vence

4/5(1 review)

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.

Historic Town Saint-Paul-de-Vence

Things to do

Nice: 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise to Villefranche Bay

Nice: 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise to Villefranche Bay

฿959
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Nice: 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise to Villefranche Bay
Nice Le Grand Tour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus

Nice Le Grand Tour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus

฿898
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Nice Le Grand Tour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus
Nice: Speedboat Day Trip with Snorkeling in Villefranche Bay

Nice: Snorkeling Speedboat Tour in Villefranche Bay

฿2,246
per adult
Nice: Snorkeling Speedboat Tour in Villefranche Bay
Monaco

The best French Riviera Full-Day from Cannes Small-Group Shore Excursion

฿4,828
per adult
The best French Riviera Full-Day from Cannes Small-Group Shore Excursion
Changing of the guard in Monaco Monte-Carlo

Monaco, Monte Carlo, Eze, la Turbie, 7H Shared Tour from Cannes

฿4,304
per adult
Monaco, Monte Carlo, Eze, la Turbie, 7H Shared Tour from Cannes
Le Rocher de Monaco

Monaco, Monte Carlo, Eze Day from Villefranche Small-Group and Shore Excursion

฿4,304
per adult
Monaco, Monte Carlo, Eze Day from Villefranche Small-Group and Shore Excursion
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Top hotels in Old Town

Hôtel Le Provençal

Hôtel Le Provençal

3 out of 5
4 Avenue du Marechal Joffre, Villefranche-sur-Mer, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is ฿8,045 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿8,045
per night
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Villefranche-sur-Mer. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (151 reviews)
"Staff was very nice"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hôtel Le Provençal
Le Meridien Nice

Le Meridien Nice

4 out of 5
1 Promenade Des Anglais, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is ฿8,148 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿8,148
per night
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Nice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (643 reviews)
"The room had a great view of the sea and beach. Close to great shopping, very walkable area. Easy to get an Uber. Staff are nice but do not go out of their way to assist you. The pool really has no true lounge chairs. The breakfast was quite good but not outstanding."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Le Meridien Nice
Fairmont Monte Carlo

Fairmont Monte Carlo

4 out of 5
12 Avenue de Spélugues, Monte Carlo, Monaco
The price is ฿10,242 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿10,242
per night
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Monaco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel , delicious food, great breakfast"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Fairmont Monte Carlo
Radisson Blu Hotel, Nice

Radisson Blu Hotel, Nice

4 out of 5
223 Promenade Des Anglais, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is ฿5,179 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿5,179
per night
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Nice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a private beach. Popular attractions Promenade des Anglais and Hôtel Negresco ...
8/10 Very Good! (898 reviews)
"Desk employe very nice and let us stay before check in Also after check out Extremely clean"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Nice
Albert 1'er Hotel Nice, France

Albert 1'er Hotel Nice, France

4 out of 5
4 avenue Max Gallo, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,074 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
฿5,074
per night
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Nice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location for dining in the old town - shops close and a tram for getting to the station and around. We took the train to Monaco which was easy to do. Hotel very clean and lovely to walk out across the road to the promenade and the beach. You can just go on the public area- pebbly though!- or ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Albert 1'er Hotel Nice, France
OKKO Hotels Nice Aéroport

OKKO Hotels Nice Aéroport

4 out of 5
147 Boulevard René Cassin, Nice
The price is ฿3,280 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿3,280
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (962 reviews)
"Nice airport hotel with excellent service. To advertise a shuttle to the airport is a bit misleading. You actually need to walk several blocks to the public tram. It wasn’t terribly inconvenient but trams don’t start until 5:00 am which concerned us since we had a very early morning flight. A taxi ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

OKKO Hotels Nice Aéroport
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town

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Mont Boron

While visiting Mont Boron, you might make a stop by sights like Nice Ferry Terminal and Port of Nice.

Mont Boron
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Riquier

4/5(22 area reviews)

Well liked for its waterfront views, historical sites and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Riquier. Attractions like Place Arson are a major draw, and you can hop on the metro at Acropolis Tram Station or Palais des Expositions Tram Station to see more of the city.

Riquier
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Lazaret

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Lazaret is known for its waterfront views, and you can plan a trip to Nice Ferry Terminal and Port of Nice while you're in town.

Lazaret
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Quartier du Port

While you're in Quartier du Port, take in top sights like Place Garibaldi and jump on the metro at Garibaldi Tram Station to see more of the city.

Quartier du Port
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Cap-Ferrat

5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Cap-Ferrat. You might want to make time for a stop at Cap-Ferrat Lighthouse or Baie des Anges.

Cap-Ferrat
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Old Town Nice

5/5(83 area reviews)

Known for its beaches and abundant dining options, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Nice. Top attractions like Promenade des Anglais and Cours Saleya are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Opera - Vieille Ville Tram Station or Cathedral - Vieille Ville Tram Station to see more of the city.

Old Town Nice

Old Town Travel Guide