Nice, ideal at any time
Sitting between the sea and the mountains, Nice Côte d'Azur is a uniquely beautiful destination. And with more than 300 days of sunshine a year, Nice Côte d'Azur is a fantastic year-round destination. Full of inspiring and surprising things to do, Nice Côte d'Azure holidays have so much to offer from discovering the charming coastline, to exploring the area's history. You can immerse yourself in its exciting events or experience the slower way of life strolling through the area's hilltop villages, stopping off to savour delicious Nissarde cuisine.
Nice's rich heritage
The "winter resort city of the Riviera", Nice more than earns its place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Covering 522 hectares, the historic city centre includes sights like the famous Promenade des Anglais, as well as sublime villas, charming hotels and lush gardens filled with local and exotic plants.
Climate
Ideally located on the sparkling Côte d'Azur, Nice Côte d'Azur enjoys a microclimate that provides over 300 days of sunshine a year. This makes it a great choice for active holidays and nature lovers, during any season.
Outdoors
Whether on foot on bike, there are many ways to explore Nice's breathtaking landscapes. The area also offers a wide range of outdoor sports, including scuba diving, canyoning, water skiing and France's longest zip-line.
Culture
Nice Côte d'Azur has an exceptional cultural heritage. Artists such as Matisse, Chagall and Renoir were inspired by the area's natural beauty, while architectural highlights range from Belle Époque châteaux to Baroque churches.
Gastronomy
Nice's cuisine honours the produce of the area. Local olive oil is used widely, as well as basil, garlic, thyme and rosemary.
Look out for restaurants with the "Cuisine Nissarde" for the most deliciously traditional flavours.
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UNESCO-listed Nice
As the “winter resort city of the Riviera”, Nice’s entire city centre, covering 522 hectares, was added to the Unesco World Heritage List in 2021. While its most famous historic sight is the Promenade des Anglais, Nice's architectural highlights also include the beautiful neighbourhoods of Cimiez and Mont-Boron and countless sublime villas and hotels. Filled with lush gardens, Nice's exceptional urban planning has made it a favourite with tourists for more than two and a half centuries.
Art of living
With its gentler way of life, Nice Côte d'Azur makes a perfect destination for relaxing getaways. Whether you're treating yourself to Nice's bright and flavourful cuisine, discovering its fascinating culture, the exploring natural beauty of its coast and countryside, or just enjoying the exceptional weather, this unique area nestled between sea and mountains has so much to offer.
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