Nice City Centre Travel Guide
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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.
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 beautiful beaches 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.
Florida Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Florida Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Nice. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Nice Étoile Shopping Center
This shopping complex lives up to its billing as a major retail destination, filled with upscale boutiques and bakeries serving tasty French pastries and desserts.
Things to do
From Nice : Monaco, Monte Carlo & Èze Tour (T2)
Nice Le Grand Tour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus
from Nice , Italian Market & Menton (T11)
Top hotels in Nice City Centre
Hôtel Vacances Bleues Le Royal
"We were celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary and got one of their most expensive rooms on the 1st floor. It was very spacious and the balcony was wonderful. It was large with an umbrella and great views. The problem started 10 minutes after we were in the room when there was a roach running on ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Le Meridien Nice
"Very well located by the "Promenade", as well as the Place Massena/soppinng district and Old Town, all of which within walking distance, this big property is convenient. The rooms are comfortable, but as the hotel in general, they are a little outdated, and would need some kind of modernization. ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hôtel Saint Georges
"Very disappointing experience and definitely not what I would expect from a 4-star hotel. Check-in was supposed to be at 2:00 PM, but our room was not ready until almost 4:00 PM. The room itself was poorly maintained. The carpet was very dirty, the towels were stained and torn, and there was no phone ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Mercure Nice Promenade Des Anglais
"Modern upgrades, good location. AC worked well in heatwave and room was quiet for sleeping. However, we arrived and housekeeping missed some items (fridge, garbage, no shampoo)… towels need a refresh. We had breakfast included- it was okay."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Hotel Beau Rivage
"The room was small than usual but very nice property. Close to food, shopping, and the beach."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Nice Centre Hotel
"The hotel is very well located. Shops restaurants bars are all within walking distance. Overall the hotel is nice and clean but will certainly gain in comfort soon as the hotel’s branding is changing. The staff is really nice. They did all they can to accommodate us."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Nice City Centre
Old Town Nice
Known for its beaches and abundant dining options, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Nice. Top attractions like Place Massena and Promenade des Anglais 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.
Carre d'Or
While you're in Carre d'Or, take in top sights like Promenade des Anglais and jump on the metro at Massena Tramway Station to see more of the city.
Jean-Médecin
While you're in Jean-Médecin, take in top sights like Place Massena or Promenade des Anglais, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Massena Tramway Station or Jean Medecin Tramway Station.
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.
Mont Boron
While visiting Mont Boron, you might make a stop by sights like Nice Ferry Terminal and Port of Nice.
