Top Things to Do in Nice, France 🇫🇷

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If you’re seeking a vacation with sun, surf, and sultry evenings out on the town, the things to do in Nice, France will have you sorted. Located on the shores of the Mediterranean in the aptly named French Riviera, Nice sports that rare combination of ancient history, casual beach days, and luxury lifestyle. But once you’re there, is there anything to actually do beside lying on the beach soaking up the summer sun?

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If you’re a fan of views, take some time out to climb up Castle Hill–one of the most popular things to do in Nice, France. This lookout spot, which towers over Nice, was once the site of a castle. That’s gone now, but it’s fortified walls and a cathedral still remain. There’s a viewing platform at the top and landscaped grounds replete with a man made waterfall. And if you don’t want to or can’t walk up, you can take the elevator. Other historical spots worth visiting are the St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral, built for the Russian community of Nice in 1912, and of course the Old Town and Old Port.

If beaches are among your list of things to do in Nice, France (why else are you in Nice in the summer, right?), then try to avoid the main beaches. Instead, we recommend going where the locals lay their towels. La Reserve and Coco Beach are both tiny, rock-lined bays with azure waters, perfect for snorkeling and jumping off the rocks into the ocean. For sunbathing, head to Plage Beau Rivage. It’s a private beach, so you’ll be guaranteed your own sun lounger and parasol once you pay admission. Grab lunch at the excellent oceanside restaurants there, too.

This is just a sample of the things to do in Nice, France, for visitors worldwide. There are countless more day trips, promenades, and architectural marvels in the area. So if you want to build your Nice bucket list, watch on for more inspiration. If you liked this video, give it a thumbs up and share it. And be sure to head to the Viewcation channel to subscribe and hit that notification bell.

Top Things to Do in Nice, France

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[billjohnson]

We just returned from a whirlwind tour of Nice. Your video helped us remember all of the details of the great time we had there. Nice work!

[thomasbarske]

Been coming to Nice the last 12 years for 3 month Winter breaks from UK Winter. As close as I’m likely to get to paradise😊.

[lupeic]

😅3:57 minutes into the video…. The sandy shores? Otherwise, a nice introduction to Nice. Thanks.

[TravelingisFREEDOM]

This seems to be a very charming place, I hope I can visit sometime in the future. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much! And please keep up the great job! Subscribed!!

[Ortottistariabilitazionevisiva]

I love Menton! It's very elegant.

[mariacespedes]

J'ai habite Nice, IL ya majntenant 40 ans

[Berlitz]

The main beach in Nice is stony and unpleasant to walk on, especially in bare feet.

[karenmcgovern]

Really good video, wish I’d seen it before I went to Nice recently as I missed some of these places. However, you have to make some effort to pronounce the towns somewhat correctly and not slaughter them. 😊

[Zarih]

It's not a sand beach. Pebble beach.

[ChristieAllen-wxzb]

Id definitely want to shop and walk through the midevil buildings

[FollowThomas]

Nice, France then I realized it's actually a name of the city, ha-ha 🤣

[tinajovic]

I have just returned from Nice, I am disgusted, the worst beach I have seen in my 43 years. The city...dirty...untidy, , after 10 pm it is critical to walk around the city alone as a woman!!! I am disgusted, I hope that I will never have to come to that country again, especially to that part of France!!! France is not what it used to be!!!! Very strange asylum seekers, who are ready to attack you at any moment!!! When I returned to my home in Zurich, I said, thank you God for my beautiful Switzerland and every piece of this country.Too many fabricated stories from the Cote d'Azur and the cities ... most of them are not true!!!!

[Francesca]

I just got back from Nice and found it super overrated. Dirt, chaos, unpleasant smells, lots of poor quality restaurants and shops. Last but not least, I didn't even feel safe, especially on the promenade.
After ten days I couldn't wait to leave.