Famous boulevard Promenade des Anglais (English Embankment) is, without a doubt, the most attractive and noteworthy part of Nice. The boulevard stretches for five kilometers, and keeps amazing visitors with its luxury hotels and a long beach. However, Nice can offer much more than just the promenade and the beach!
Le Meridien Nice, which is located on Promenade des Anglais, remains one of the most expensive and luxury hotels in Nice. Even the most discerning guests will be pleased with posh suites for … Open
The old Nice is located at the foot of the hill, on which you will find Le Chateau Castle . The old city quarter is limited by the hill in the east, and in the west of the quarter is separated from the New Town by the Le Paillon River. Taking into account the geographical location of the quarter, it becomes clear why this part of the city, founded by Greeks, has survived for two thousand years, in contrast to Cimiez, deeply loved by Romans.
The luxurious Negresco is not just another historical hotel in Nice, it’s a true landmark of this wonderful city. The opening of the hotel took place in 1913. The hotel is located on … Open
When you wander in the old Nice for some time, you will feel like you’re in a small town in Italy. Houses painted in pastel colors, clothes drying outside the windows, dogs that lie lazily in front of front doors - all these elements create a sense of timelessness. Of course, if you look in every corner of the Old Town, you will definitely see that there are many very poor people who often live in difficult conditions. At lunchtime, many stalls and bars sell socca cooked in a wood oven. Socca is made from chickpeas flour. For many years the meal was considered the food for the poor, but today it is more like a delicacy. Large cakes that look like pizza can be sometimes up to one meter in diameter. They are very cheap, but can, however, satisfy hunger very quickly.
The choice of romantic hotels in Nice is more than amazing. Couples can spend a wonderful vacation at La Malmaison Nice. This picturesque designer hotel is open in the middle of the lively … Open
The Old Nice is surrounded by Castle Hill on the east . Many years ago a castle and a cathedral stood on a hill of about 100 meters. At the time when Nice belonged to the county of Savoy, Louis XIV managed to occupy the city for a short time. Then, in 1706, he ordered to destroy the fort. This is the reason why you will see only a few fragments of the castle wall and not a medieval castle when you go up to Castle Hill. However, tourists are still recommended to climb the hill because of two reasons. Firstly, the plateau offers a magnificent view not only of the Old Town, but also of the whole Nice. From such a height you will be able to see the English Embankment in a great detail. From the hill you will be able to watch how planes fly away and land in the airport built opposite the hill. Secondly, the hill is worth climbing because you will be able to see a piece of a beautiful nature.
The entire territory is, actually, a huge garden with exotic plants, overgrown palm trees, cacti with huge and long thorns and a beautiful man-made waterfall in the center. The southern top of the hill is the place where you will find Musée Narval. The museum exhibits models of ships and navigational instruments. If you have enough time, do not forget to climb the castle hill twice, in the afternoon and in the evening. In the daytime, you will enjoy magnificent views of the city and the sea, and in the twilight you will be amazed by the endless sea of lights. The most beautiful time to observe Promenade des Anglais is at night, when it’s lit beautifully. A huge number of street lights, hotels’ lights, and the beach equipped with spotlights create an incredibly romantic and unique feeling.
There is a magnificent market on Saleya Square, in the historical district of Nice. Here, visitors can always find a great choice of vegetables and fruit. In summer, flowers are also sold on … Open
Once in Nice, do not forget to visit the famous Negresco hotel that has long become much more than just a hotel. Coco Chanel, Ernest Hemingway, Marlene Dietrich, Francoise Sagan – this is not a complete list of famous guests, who have ever stayed in this hotel. Nice is a paradise for fans of museums – the Massena Museum that exhibits numerous items that throw light upon the history of Nice and the creativity of local artists, the Museum of Contemporary Art , which exhibits a collection of works by European and transatlantic avant-garde artists from the 60s of the previous century, Marc Chagall Museum and Matisse Museum .
Shopping.
Of course, when you’re in such a city as Nice, it’s natural that you want not only to visit museums and walk along the embankment or climb the hill, but also want to attend various shops. Rue de France will be the best choice for that purpose. Do not forget about rue Masséna , a pedestrian street adjacent to rue de France. When you cross rue Massena from the west to its end, you will reach Massena Square. This square is the location of the largest department store Galeries Lafayette . Other trading centers and good shops can be found if you go from Place Masséna to the north of Jean Medécin Street .
Of course, when you’re in such a city as Nice, it’s natural that you want not only to visit museums and walk along the embankment or climb the hill, but also want to attend various shops. Rue de France will be the best choice for that purpose. Do not forget about rue Masséna , a pedestrian street adjacent to rue de France. When you cross rue Massena from the west to its end, you will reach Massena Square. This square is the location of the largest department store Galeries Lafayette . Other trading centers and good shops can be found if you go from Place Masséna to the north of Jean Medécin Street .