Also called La Colline du Chateau, this old fortified site is considered to be the origin of the town of Nice, and was once occupied by Celtic Ligurians.The citadel that was here was dismantled by the soldiers of the French King Louis XIV in 1706. It’s now a place beloved by locals and tourists for its green space, shade trees,...
As well known in Nice as the sunshine, Chez Pipo is where locals go for one thing: Socca! A chickpea flour crepe cooked in a large copper pan over a wood fire in a brick oven, Socca is a specialty of Nice an you have to try it, at least once, at Chez Pipo where it’s been served since the...
Under striped awnings along the colorful Cours Saleya, this weekly food and flower market takes place every day except Monday (when antique vendors set up shop), and is one of Nice’s most popular attractions. Filled with all the colors, scents and flavors of Provence, the Cours Saleya is located in the heart of Old Town, just behind the Quai des...
Nice is s city of art and its no surprise that Russian-born Marc Chagall also found his way to the French Riviera, inspired by the mild weather and colorful sea and landscapes. The museum near the leafy neighborhood of Cimiez brings together the biggest public collection of works (painting, sculpture, mosaics, and more) by the artist including his important biblical works...
The Matisse Chapel, also known as the Rosaire chapel (Chapel of the Rosary), is proof that good things come in small packages. Built under the direction of world-renowned French artist Henri Matisse, the Rosaire chapel was a vision and concept of the artist who touched every element of the building, from the architecture to the interior furniture down to the religious...
Nice was the muse and home of world renowned artist Henri Matisse who lived here from l from 1918 to 1954, and residing in the hilltop neighborhood of Cimiez from 1938-1943, and again from 1949 until his death. Located about three miles from the center of Nice, with easy bus service, this gorgeous national museum resides inside a terracotta-colored. 17th-century...
For a casual and affordable evening drink at sunset, head to Movida on the Promenade des Anglais and nap a spot on the outdoor terrace or balcony. Flip flop casual, this place seems to be packed day and night. Must be the refreshing Mojitos (four kinds at 10-12 euros each) and live Latin music with some of the best views...
There’s the 1% and then there’s the 1% of the 1% and they probably have a villa on Cap-Ferrat, tucked behind high shrubs and wrought iron gates with crests and 180-degree views of the sea. Unless you get a dinner invite or are hired to mow the lawn, however, getting into one is unlikely. Enter Villa Ephrussi de Rothchild, a...
This little beach just east of Nice is tucked just below the train station adjacent to one of the French Riviera’s prettiest seaside towns, Villefranche-sur-mer. The beach is not sandy, but the pebbles are fine and it’s popular for families, thanks to its sheltered turquoise seas, and with local Nice residents who want to get out of town, but not too far....