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.
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Nice Cimiez
NICE CIMIEZ : On a high floor of a modern gated residence, superb renovated 3 bedroom apartment of 77.05 m² with two beautiful balconies, offering quality appointments. A living room, an equipped open plan kitchen, three bedrooms, two shower rooms, two independent toilets and plenty of storage. A cellar and a closed garage sold in supplement (50000€). Agency fees of...
Nice Mont Boron
NICE MONT BORON : In one of the most luxurious residences in Nice with park, swimming pool and 24/7 caretaker, exceptional duplex villa apartment of 170 m² with garden of 200sqm and large terrace of 63sqm. Facing South and West, it offers a magnificent panoramic view of the city, the hills and the sea. Organized into 5 main rooms, it...
Nice Promenade
NICE PROMENADE DES ANGLAIS : Sole Agent. Close to the city center, in a residence of standing, 65sqm 3 room apartment facing South/North fully renovated. Living room onto a South facing terrace with panoramic sea view, independent kitchen, 2 bedrooms onto a balcony, bathroom. Cellar. Parking space possible at 37 000€. Perfect location for a pieds à terre next to...
Nice Gairaut
NICE HILLS / GAIRAUT : At 15 minutes from the center of Nice, private with maximal sunshine, a sublime contemporary property of 310 sqm built in the middle of a luxurious park of 5000 sqm where the most beautiful Mediterranean species are honoured. In remarkable condition with first class finishings, this real haven of peace offers a living room, dining...
Nice
NICE PLACE MASSENA : In the immediate vicinity of the sea and two minutes away from Cours Saleya, on the 3rd floor of a magnificent building with sumptuous common areas, this superb 74.5sqm 2-bedroom apartment features a large balcony offering a beautiful sea view. It comprises an entrance hall with plenty of storage space, a large living room with a...
Nice Hills
NICE CENTER / GROSSO: Close to the Parc Impérial and all amenities, on the upper floor of a luxury 1970s building, this superb 4-room apartment of 107.23 m² has been fully and luxuriously renovated with high-end materials. This air-conditioned apartment features an entrance hall with storage, a living room and an open-plan kitchen opening onto a west-facing terrace, three beautiful...
Nice Golden Square
NICE CENTRE / CARRE D'OR: Rue Masséna, prime location in the heart of the Carré d'Or, close to the sea and tramway, sublime 63.48 m² 4-room through-apartment on the top floor of a beautiful Nice building. The apartment has been sumptuously renovated, enhancing its character and charm with exposed stone walls. Fully air-conditioned and bathed in light, it comprises an...
