The capital of the Riviera, where swaying palms line the seafront and the streets buzz with an easy-going charm.
For amazing sea views over the port visit the park of Le Château. The narrow streets that make up Vieux Nice conceal some fantastic art galleries and design shops, as well as a great choice of cafés.
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| 1. Experience the only city Segway tour (self-balancing scooter) from $69 |
| 2. Try some traditional Niçoise cuisine |
| 3. Watch the street performers at Massena |
| 4. Take part in the Nice Carnival |
| 5. Visit the Matisse Museum |
| 6. Head to Vieux Nice for lively bars and nightlife |
| 7. Sun-worship on the beach |
| 8. Rollerblade along the Promenade des Anglais |
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9. See how the other half lives at the Old Port |
| 10. Take a day-trip to Monaco |
From Terminal 1 at Nice airport, two buses connect with gare SNCF at the top end of av Jean-Médecin on av Thiers: these are the fast shuttle #99 (every 15 minutes) and regular bus #23 (every 30 minutes). Taxis are plentiful and cost around $25 into the town center. Bicycles, mopeds and motorbikes are available to rent just by the gare SNCF.
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| Baccarat | This hostel lies close to Nice Central Station and the main shops of Avenue Jean. |
| Acanthe | This distinguished hotel is possibly the narrowest building in Nice. Facing the gardens of Albert 1st Square and close to the Promenade des Anglais, the rooms are simple yet reasonable. |
| Mercure Grimaldi | Immerse yourself in the glamour of Nice’s 1930s’ Golden Age at this beautiful seven-storey building five minutes from the sea. It features a sun-trap roof terrace and 24-hour bar. |