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Promenade des Anglais
The most famous seaside walk in the world — a long, wide promenade along the Mediterranean, with the brilliant blue sea on one side and grand old hotels on the other.
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Musée Matisse
Henri Matisse, who painted with bold, joyful colours, lived in Nice most of his life. This museum holds a huge collection — his colours will make you happy.
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Castle Hill (Colline du Château)
Climb to the top (or take the lift!) for the best view in Nice — the whole bay, the old town's orange rooftops, and the sea stretching to the horizon.
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Cours Saleya Market
A gorgeous outdoor market in the old town — overflowing with flowers, fruit, olives, cheese, and lavender every morning. The colours and smells are magical.
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Day trip to Monaco
The tiny principality of Monaco is just 20 minutes away by train. See the Palace, watch the Formula 1 track, and marvel at the superyachts in the harbour.
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The Pebble Beaches
Nice's beaches have smooth white pebbles instead of sand — and water so clear and blue it looks like a painting. Bring water shoes!
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Salade Niçoise
The famous salad from Nice: tuna, olives, egg, green beans — invented right here
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Socca
A crispy flatbread made from chickpea flour — Nice's most beloved street food
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Gelato
Italian influence is everywhere — the gelato in Nice rivals anywhere in Italy
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Pissaladière
A tart with caramelised onions, anchovies, and olives — like a Niçois pizza