The old town, or "old town", is the oldest part of the city. It is bordered by the Garibaldi Square and the hill of the Chateau to the north-east, the Cours Saleya and the sea to the south, west Paillon tunnel. Built from the fourteenth century to the nineteenth century, it has a very varied architectural fabric and beautiful facades of ocher, red and yellow tones. The old town is home to many palaces and churches, as Palais Lascaris, Sardinian Palace, the Church of Jesus, the Holy Reparata cathedral, the church of the Penitent ... On the typical narrow streets has many places for sitting down for coffee and heads towards the flower markets, antique market, fish market.
It is a lively and mostly pedestrian area, with endless shops and stalls, bars and restaurants, some of which are national institutions - Acchiardo or Cafe Turin, for example -. There are many souvenir shops, traditional and modern, as well as art galleries. At night, this is where the Nicois love to meet. The ‘Mairie’ city hall, the courthouse and the Opera are within it. In summer, Place Rossetti and their glaciers (ice cream stalls) are particularly attractive, especially the renowned master Fenocchio Glacier and its 94 flavors, and its classic originals. It is also recommended to stop in one of the traditional biscuit factories or to a local small restaurant to taste the specialties of Nice.
Once exclusively inhabited by the old Nicois families, this area is now widely acclaimed by an international clientele, where they will find the charm, tranquility and liveliness of this southern French city. In terms of real estate investment, the Old Town is an excellent choice for both furnished seasonal and yearly rentals due to its constant stream of tourists. In addition, you will appreciate to enjoy the cool freshness of the narrow streets in the summer.
A selection of properties located Nice
Nice Gairaut
NICE HILLS / GAIRAUT : In a magnificent Bourgeois home, in a quiet area and facing south, a superb 3 room apartment completely renovated and climate controlled with a surface area of 80sqm, opens onto a lovely private 250sqm garden. It is comprised of an entry way, a lovely living room with a completely equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, shower and...
Nice The Port
NICE PORT: Rare. In a lively and booming area of the port, two steps from Place Garibaldi and tram stations, on the penultimate floor of a Niçois building in good condition with elevator overlooking the Place du Pin, with a view of the Mont Boron hill and mainly facing East, beautiful volumes for this superb 5-room apartment of 137sqm with...
Nice Cimiez
NICE LOWER CIMIEZ : In one of the most beautiful Belle Époque palaces of Nice, come to discover this superb apartment, 266 m2. By visiting it, you will find the charm of the ancient style, moulures, wood floors and chimney. The large entrance leads to a double reception, an independant kitchen onto a courtyard, three en suite bedrooms offering also...
Nice Mont Boron
NICE MONT BORON : In a dominant position, 10 minutes walk from the sea and 300 meters from public transport, magnificent 128sqm Penthouse with two terraces 88sqm and 16sqm enjoying an exceptional view of the sea. Located on the 2nd and last floor of a building with porticos, colonnades and terraces, built in 1863 on a plot of 3,000sqm, this...
Nice Mont Boron
NICE MONT BORON : Discover this stunning 167sqm apartment located on the top floor and offering a unique living environment with its 126sqm South/West-facing rooftop terrace, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the sea, the city and the surrounding hills. The entrance opens onto a bright, corner living room of 49sqm, an independent fully equipped kitchen on a veranda,...
Nice Hills
NICE PESSICART : SOLE AGENT. In a dominant position, this superb Art Deco villa 295sqm (262sqm Carrez law) offers beautiful volumes, refined services and pleasant terraces. The main part of 203sqm, accessible by lift, is a duplex apartment opening onto a 110sqm South/Est facing terrace. Stunning sea and city views from all rooms. Living/dining room with marble fireplace, a fully...
Nice
NICE JEAN MEDECIN : In a nice Bourgeois building with lift, this superb apartment of 32 sqm. With A/C, It comprises an entrance with closet, a living with an equipped kitchen onto a west facing balcony, a bedroom with closet and a shower-room. An exceptional location as a pied-à-terre and/or for rentals at a couple steps from the tramway and...
Nice Golden Square
NICE CENTER / MUSICIENS : At two steps from Victor Hugo boulevard and the tramway, on the top floor of a Bourgeois building with lift, come and visit this superb 2 rooms apartment of 42sqm (40sqm Carrez Law) entirely renovated with A/C. Living room with equipped kitchenette, a bedroom and a shower room/toilets. The location is perfect for rentals or...
Nice Golden Square
NICE CENTER / CARRÉ D’OR: NPrime location just 400 meters from the sea, on the 5th and top floor of a period building, accessible by elevator to the 4th floor, close to all amenities, this unique and charming apartment, with its sloping ceilings and exposed beams, offers 116 sq m of floor space and almost 50 sq m of living...
Nice East
NICE CENTER / RÉPUBLIQUE : Located just a few minutes' walk from Place Garibaldi, the tramway, and the gardens of the new Promenade du Paillon (Coulée Verte), with all amenities within easy reach (including the TNL shopping center), this top-floor apartment in a beautifully renovated Nice building with an elevator, facing east and west, has undergone a particularly meticulous renovation....
