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Things to do in Nice: the 12 must-sees
On a first visit to Nice, the must-sees are the Promenade des Anglais, Old Nice, Castle Hill, the Cours Saleya, Place Masséna, the Promenade du Paillon and the port. Add the Matisse Museum, the Chagall Museum and the Russian cathedral if you enjoy art and architecture. Two days cover the essentials; three let you see everything without rushing.
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Places to see
Landmarks, neighbourhoods, viewpoints: what is worth the trip, how long to allow and when to go.
Places to eat
Socca, ice cream, Niçois cooking: the addresses that made the city's name, not the tourist traps.
Hotels by neighbourhood
In every guide, a few well-located hotels, from palaces to small boutique hotels, with a link to compare prices.
Quick answers
Every guide opens with the essentials in a few lines, plus a fact sheet and the questions people actually ask.
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The best ice cream in Nice, from Fenocchio to Sicilian gelaterias
Where to get great ice cream in Nice: Fenocchio and its surprising flavours, the artisan shops of Old Nice and the Italian-style addresses in the centre.
Le Negresco in Nice: history, visiting tips and where to stay
Everything about Le Negresco, the pink-domed palace on the Promenade des Anglais: its history since 1913, how to see it without staying the night, and the best hotels nearby.
Nice beaches: public, private and the quieter spots
Which beach to choose in Nice? Free public beaches, private beaches with sunloungers, quieter spots to the west: our practical guide, with prices and tips for the pebbles.
Nice city centre: Place Masséna, the Promenade du Paillon and Avenue Jean-Médecin
Exploring central Nice: Place Masséna and its glowing statues, the Fountain of the Sun, the Promenade du Paillon and its water mirror, Avenue Jean-Médecin and the Carré d'Or.
Niçois food: socca, farcis, pissaladière and the rest
The dishes you must try in Nice, what's in them and where to eat them: socca, pissaladière, pan bagnat, farcis, Swiss chard pie, the real salade niçoise and Bellet wine.
Old Nice and its restaurants: what to see and where to eat Niçois food
Old Nice in one day: Cours Saleya market, Sainte-Réparate cathedral, Castle Hill, and the places to try socca, pissaladière and genuine Niçois cooking.
The Promenade des Anglais: history, the best walk and where to stay
The Promenade des Anglais in practice: where the name comes from, which stretch to walk, the famous blue chairs, the palace hotels and where to stay with a view of the Baie des Anges.
Shopping in Nice: the streets, markets and addresses to know
Where to shop in Nice: Avenue Jean-Médecin for the big brands, the Carré d'Or for luxury, Old Nice for crafts and local products, and the markets.
Shopping malls in and around Nice: CAP3000, Nicetoile and more
Shopping centres in and around Nice: Nicetoile in the city centre, CAP3000 by the sea next to the airport, open-air Shopping Promenade Riviera in Cagnes-sur-Mer, and how to get there.
Where to stay in Nice: which neighbourhood, and our favourite hotels
Promenade des Anglais, Old Nice, city centre or the port: which neighbourhood to stay in, depending on your budget and trip, with our favourite hotels in each.