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Nice

French Riviera's sunniest gateway

🗓️ Best time: May–June, September–October💰 Mid-Range · ~$150/day📍 France

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About Nice

Promenade des Anglais, pebble beaches, and a gateway to Monaco, Cannes, and hilltop villages — all with 300 days of sun per year.

⭐ Things to do in Nice

Promenade des AnglaisOld Nice walkCastle Hill viewMonaco day tripÈze hilltop villageCours Saleya morning marketSaint-Paul-de-VenceVillefranche-sur-Mer

🍽️ Where to eat in Nice

Real, top-rated restaurants — tap to see hours, reviews and menus.

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La Cave du Fromager

★ 4.5 (296) · Nicoise · Cheese Shops

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Frog

★ 4.2 (260) · French · Mediterranean

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Chez Pipo

★ 4.3 (187) · Nicoise · Gluten-Free

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La Femme du Boulanger

★ 4.6 (161) · French

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Emilie & the Cool Kids

★ 4.4 (133) · Breakfast & Brunch · Coffee & Tea

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Chez Acchiardo

★ 4.2 (112) · Nicoise · Bars

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L'Ovale

★ 4.1 (108) · French Southwest

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Le Plongeoir

★ 3.9 (96) · Mediterranean

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Bistrot d'Antoine

★ 4.3 (91) · Bistros · Provencal

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Oliviera

★ 4.7 (84) · Mediterranean · Provencal

★ 4.9 (70) · Italian · French

✈️ Know before you go

🚕 Getting around

Walk center; tram for distance; train along coast.

💡 Local tip

Train along the Riviera — Cannes, Antibes, Monaco all <30 min.

🛡️ Safety

Safe.

🌙 Nightlife

Cours Saleya bars; Le Relais Plaza; casino in Monte Carlo.