15 Best Things to Do in Nice, France, Nice, France

Nice is the kind of place that’s equal parts seaside ease and sophisticated city life – the Promenade des Anglais, the market alleys of Vieux-Nice, hilltop views from Colline du Château and a fantastic cluster of small museums.

We spent five days exploring the city (we stayed in a quiet Airbnb in the north-west hills) and came away with a short list of what’s genuinely worth your time – the unmissable sights, practical tips that save time and money, and a few quieter corners most visitors miss.

This guide is written for first-time visitors and repeat travellers who want to pick the best of Nice without the fluff. We’ve also included easy day-trip ideas (Monaco, Antibes, Villefranche-sur-Mer) and quick, sustainable travel tips so you can enjoy Nice with a smaller footprint.

Read on for a compact, practical plan you can use for a long weekend or a relaxed week by the Mediterranean.

For a first-time visit, we recommend staying for at least three to four days. That gives you time for Vieux-Nice, the Promenade des Anglais, one or two museums (Musée Matisse, MAMAC or Marc Chagall) and a relaxed evening or two. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).