Travel to Nice

Travel to Nice

Nice, nestled in Baie des Anges, is a delight to visit, being rich with history and natural wonders. Its square also boasts exquisite Genoese, Provenal, medieval and baroque architecture. With an easy access to neighbouring destinations including Antibes, St Tropez, Monaco and the Provence region, Nice welcomes a great number of visitors each year. The city is also bustling and offers many activities in the daytime and a lively nightlife when the sun goes down.

Transportation to Nice

Nice has its own international airport that receives transatlantic flights, many flights from European countries as well as international flights. High-speed train services connect Nice with Paris witha traveling time of five hours. Regular trains also run from Nice to Marseilles, Milan, Genoa, Geneva and Barcelona. Alternatively, there are ferry services provided to Mediterranean destinations arriving and departing from the port in Antibes, located 30 minutes away by train from Nice. Ferries also arrive at Nice from Corsica.

What to see

Many architectural splendours can be found in Nice. The notable one is the Russian Orthodox Cathedral with its six impressive onion domes. Baroque architecture is shown in the form of many exquisite churches and cathedrals in Nice including the Cathdrale Sainte Rparate, Saint-Franois-de-Paule, Saint-Martin-Saint-Augustin and Chapelle de la Misricorde. The charming Palais Lascaris,built in Genoese baroque style,adds to the architectural scene . Famous artists such as Monet, Renoir, Picasso, Matisse and Chagall all came to Nice for their inspiration and left alegacy of their masterpieces to be admired by visitors. These outstanding artworks can be found in many museums in Nice including Muse des Beaux-Arts, Saint-Paul-de-Vence Muse International dArt, Naf Anatole-Jakovsky Muse, Matisse Muse, and Marc-Chagall Muse dArt et dArt Contemporain. If you want to take a break from the busy city, walk along the lovely promenade which is perfect for a relaxing stroll. For a picturesque view of the city, head up to the easy-to-climb small hill at the east end of the bay.

Day trips

Once in Nice, your days will go so fast you hardly notice as there is a great selection of things to do in the surrounding reigion. Visit Cimiez, the hilly northern suburb behind the city to seethe impressive ruins of the ancient city of Cemenelum and a monastery dating back to the 16th century. The medieval village of Peillon is also worth stoppingat for an insight into the history of the city. Beach lovers should head to Antibes, located nearby,to enjoy the sun and sea. Another place not to be missed, if you have some time to spare, is Cannes. Cannes is thehost forthe annual film festival and is also the place to spot Hollywood stars wandering around in the city. Saint Tropez is also worth checking out as it is home to many first-class resorts. Celebrities and jet-setters can also be spotted in Monaco where Casino Royale, Castle Rock and an aquarium are situated. Alternatively, you can stop by Avignon, a historic town and Arles, located on the Rhne River boasting its fine Roman history and remarkable architecture.

Activities and leisure

In the daytime, you can take a stroll around Cours Saleya while admiringthe colourful flower and vegetable markets. The belle poque Opra House can be found nearbyand you can witness many outstanding performances there. Walking long the palm-lined Promenade des Anglais, you can see the art deco Palais de la Mditerrane Casino and Htel Negresco, two of the main tourist attractions in the area.

Safety issues

Remain alert for pickpockets and also take extra care of your belongings. Traveling in unfamiliar areas is prone to danger and accidents. Language barriers can also cause problems in booking and making arrangements. Taking out travel insurance for you and your family is strongly recommended.