Here is the romantic and picturesque city of Nice which is a famous coastal city in the southeastern coast of France along with the Mediterranean Sea. If you are interested in culture, gastronomy, history, picturesque landscapes or… just enjoying, Nice is the perfect place to discover. This guide will introduce some of the major attractions in Nice to provide the visitors with only the best of their first time visiting the city.

1. The Promenade des Anglais or the ‘English Promenade’ is one of the most beautiful leisurely strolling strips in the city.

Since Nice is so famous for its affluent beauty, one should pay a visit to the Boulevard of the English also known as the Promenade des Anglais. This wonderful expanse of a promenade extends to 7 km giving admirable view of the Mediterranean Sea. You will be able to imbibe the conviviality of the locals, rent a bicycle and ride around or just sit on one of the many benches and watch the sea blue.

2. Explore the sector of Nice that is the Old Town or also known as Vieux Nice.

Experience the historic center of Nice to envision what life would be like to live within the era during the ancient age. Its narrow street, painted with beautiful colors of different buildings and small shops are a wonder to behold. Visit the Cours Saleya Market and indulge in local cuisine with the availability of foods, spices, and various Pastries. One should definitely not forget to get acquainted with the Baroque masterpiece of a cathedral known as Sainte Réparate Cathedral in the Old Town.

3. Enjoy the beaches

Worthy of note is that Nice boasts of good weather complemented by its miles of coastline – hence, beautiful beaches. Take a leisurely sunbath then take a wadi on the smooth pebbled shores of the Beau Rivage Beach or sample the water sports activities in Blue Beach. If you are in search for a more private and remote beach, it is best to visit Plage de la Réserve or Villefranche-sur-Mer, both situated only a few minutes away from Nice.

4. Visit the Matisse Museum

Visiting the Musée Matisse, art lovers will have a chance to discover the art works of the famous painter. Situated in the prestigious area of Cimiez this museum houses many paintings and sculptures of the artist also its a home to many pieces of the artist in form of drawings. It examines the life of the artist and his work as well as titillating the congregation with his expressive colors and style.

5. Visit Colline du Château also known as Castle Hill

Nice’s Colline du Château is another good place for scenic vantage point; at the top of this hill, one can get a good view of Nice as well as other vicinities. Nevertheless, the castle has been destroyed, however, people continue to rate the hill highly. Discover lovely sites such as the beautiful walking paths to take a leisurely walk, great scenery to capture in a picture and take some good shots of the city, and the waterfalls. To get to the top, there exists a standard staircase that you can use while taking a stroll; there also exists a booked elevator.

6. Enjoy the cuisine of Nice

Traditional Niçoise cuisine must be tasted in order to appreciate all the natural tastes in Nice. The salad nicoise’ is one of the main creations that one must not do without while in this city and comprises tomatoes, black olives, anchovy and cultivated local vegetables. One dish that every visitor should not miss includes Socca, a attenuated chickpea flour crepe which is usually a street food. One should go through local restaurants and cafes to taste other regional cuisine such as Pissaladière and Ratatouille.

7. Visit the Russian Orthodox Cathedral

The Russian Orthodox Cathedral, one of the best kept secrets of Nice is one of the most splendid creations in architecture. Observe these wonderful golden cupolas and amazing carving work as you step into this place of pray to the Lord. This should not be taken as a sign to start taking cursory looks at the interior itself; it is still heavily decorated with icons and exquisite mosaics. Another interesting thing for the guests is to have a photo-shoot on the terrace of the cathedral as it provides a stunning view of Nice and its gardens.

Conclusion

Nice is the province in France that provides pleasant view, cultural encounter, and historical sites. Buildings like – Promenade des Anglais, Matisse Museum – are some of the renowned buildings that attract tourists in this beautiful city. Therefore, it is suggested you pave your drum, be one with the French culture and come up with memories worth cherishing for a lifetime.