Vieux Nice
Neighbourhood · Nice

Vieux Nice

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Vieux Nice covers the area between the port and the Promenade des Anglais. It features the Cours Saleya market, the Cathedral of Saint Reparate and small squares. Look for the daily flower and produce stalls and the Baroque church interiors.

On day 12 of Grand Tour of France: Paris to Nice in 14 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Free to enter.
Time needed
Two to three hours.
Best time
Morning for the market or early evening.
Getting there
Tram line 1 to Massena or walk from the seafront.

Itineraries with Vieux Nice

Day 12 of Grand Tour of France: Paris to Nice in 14 Days

Nice: the old town

How Vieux Nice fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Cours Saleya MarketNice
  2. 10:30Vieux NiceNice
  3. 13:00Colline du ChâteauNice
  4. 17:00Promenade des AnglaisNice
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Vieux Nice questions

Is Vieux Nice safe at night?

The area is busy until late but stick to main streets after dark.

What food is Vieux Nice known for?

Socca, pissaladiere and fresh seafood at the Cours Saleya stalls.

Are there guided tours of Vieux Nice?

Free walking tours start daily from Place Massena.

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