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View All DealsHolidays to Nice combine a culture-packed old town and sun-soaked pebble beaches with all the glamour of the Côte d'Azur.
Like a few of its neighbours in the south of France, Nice has a reputation for glitz and glamour. The city’s packed with grand buildings and luxury shops, and the marina’s not short of a flashy yacht or two. But the French Riviera’s Mediterranean climate means Nice also draws in sunseekers, who come to make the most of its beaches. The pebbly shorefront’s home to a whole host of beach clubs, from the chic to the family-friendly. And the palm-studded Promenade des Anglais provides plenty of people-watching spots.
There’s another side to Nice hidden in the narrow streets of its old town, where pastel-hued buildings border pretty, cobbled squares. The city’s main marketplace, Cours Saleya, makes a good starting point for a stroll through the historic centre. This pedestrian esplanade’s packed with vendors selling everything from flowers to fruit until midday, and come afternoon, it transforms into an open-air eatery. Don’t miss the Baroque-style Sainte-Reparate Cathedral – it’s been one of the city’s most important religious sites for over 400 years.
Nice has a history of attracting famous artists like Matisse, Picasso and Chagall, so, unsurprisingly, there are a few art museums in this neck of the woods. The Matisse Museum houses a huge collection of the iconic French painter’s work, from his early pieces to some of his last sketches. Then, there’s the Chagall Museum, where everything from the overall theme to the layout of the gardens was designed by the artist himself.
Nice’s pebble beach fringes the Bay of Angels, with the sea on one side and the Promenade des Anglais and a peppering of swanky beach clubs on the other.
Nice’s main strip of beach is impossible to miss – it’s a pale grey, pebbly number, stretching all the way from the airport in the west to the marina in the east. A line-up of beach clubs have set up shop along the shore, so you’ll have no trouble finding a sunbathing spot and a bite to eat.
Tucked away behind the harbour lies Plage des Bains Militaires – or Beach of the Military Baths. This tiny bay’s made up of the same grey pebbles that you’ll see on the main stretch, and it comes with a bit more shade thanks to its sheltered position.
This internationally famed dish originated in Nice, so it’d be rude not to try it while you’re there. It’s a stewed mixture of vegetables and herbs like carrots, tomatoes, onion, garlic, basil and courgette, most often served as a side dish.
This classic dish is made up of sliced tomatoes, hard boiled eggs and green peas layered on top of lettuce, then topped with tuna and anchovies. You’ll find it on restaurant menus all over the city.
You’ll find this popular snack on offer at street food stalls all around Nice, so it’s easy to get your hands on one. It’s essentially a crepe made from chickpea flour and olive oil, heavily seasoned with pepper.
If you’re after something more filling, opt for this dish. It consists of beef that’s been slow-cooked with red wine, carrots, onions and herbs. You’ll usually get a hearty side like bread or pasta to go with it.
Pissaladière’s a tart topped with black olives, caramelised onions and anchovies. It’s a bit like a pizza, but with a chunky, bread-like dough.
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