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 Cimiez
NICE CIMIEZ : In the heart of Cimiez, in a good standing residence with park and caretaker, superb renovated 3-bedroom apartment located on the 1st floor (but equivalent to a 3rd floor), composed of an entrance, living room opening onto a terrace, 3 bedrooms with cupboards including two quiet ones opening onto a deep balcony, separate kitchen, shower room, dressing...
Nice The Port
NICE LE PORT : Located on a high floor of a luxury residence, close to all amenities and a few minutes walk from the Port of Nice and the Tramway, pleasant and bright 2-bedroom apartment of 83 m² to refurbish, crossing EAST-WEST, opening onto a sunny small terrace and a balcony. It consists of an entrance with closet, living room,...
Nice Golden Square
NICE CENTRE/ CARRE D'OR: Sole agent. Prime location. Rue Massenet, in total calm without any nuisance, a few steps from the sea and the pedestrian area and all amenities, in a recent residence, reputed and sought with access for people with reduced mobility, on the 1st floor on the courtyard and gardens, this large furnished studio of 30 sqm with...
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NICE CENTRE / MUSICIENS : Exclusive. Rue Verdi. Close to the sea and 300 meters from the Alsace Lorraine tramway station, which takes you to the airport in just a few minutes. Sublime 6-room corner apartment of 154 m², triple exposure South/West/North, on the first floor of a magnificent bourgeois building with elevator. It features 8 balconies totaling 10 m²....
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NICE CENTER / MUSICIENS : Located in the sought-after Musiciens district, just a 5-minute walk from the sea, this fully renovated and furnished apartment offers an ideal living environment. With a surface area of 95sqm, on a high floor, it benefits from a South-west exposure and an unobstructed view, providing beautiful light throughout the day. It consists of a large...
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...
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NICE CENTER / CARRE D'OR : Rue de la Liberté, ideally located in the heart of Carré d'Or, close to the sea and tramway, large 32sqm studio - 2-room apartment on the 1st floor of a well-maintained condominium with elevator. This air-conditioned, light-filled, south-facing apartment comprises an entrance hall, a large living room with two large French windows and a...
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NICE CENTER / MUSICIENS : In a quiet area, on the upper floor of a beautiful Bourgeois building overlooking a garden, 6-room apartment of 170sqm with an open view. The hall leads to the corner living room and two bedrooms facing South, an independent kitchen and three bedrooms, two bathrooms and two toilets, Great opportunity to renovate according to your...
Nice Golden Square
NICE GOLDEN SQUARE: Located in one of the best locations in Nice, close to shops and the sea, in a superb Belle Époque building from 1896, extended by two levels in 1934, this extremely rare 4-room apartment, south-north facing, features a large 56 m² open-air terrace. It comprises an entrance hall with storage, a living room, a veranda dining room,...
