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 Vieux Nice
NICE OLD TOWN : Cours Saleya in Nice, in the immediate vicinity of the sea, in an emblematic building of the Old Town, the Palais Caïs de Pierlas, where the painter Henri Matisse lived, sumptuous 131sqm apartment completely renovated with very high quality services, benefiting from superb volumes with nearly 4 meters of ceiling height. Extremely bright, this triple exposure...
Nice Hills
NICE PESSICART : SOLE AGENT. In a dominant position, this superb Art Deco villa 295sqm (262 m² 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...
Nice
NICE/ MUSICIENS: We offer this bourgeois T4 apartment (116 m²) with 4 balconies for renovation. This property combines old-world charm with modern comfort. With a generous surface area of 116 m², this apartment offers a pleasant, bright living space. As soon as you enter, you'll be seduced by the vast 28 m² living room, ideal for entertaining or relaxing with...
Nice Cimiez
NICE CIMIEZ : Discover this superb 4-room apartment offering spacious rooms and an ideal layout for comfortable family living. It comprises a large, bright living room with an open-plan kitchen, opening onto a pleasant terrace which extends into a private garden of approximately 100 m², perfect for enjoying sunny days. The sleeping area includes three bedrooms, one of which is...
Nice Cimiez
NICE CIMIEZ : In the sought-after Cimiez district, discover this superb 4-room duplex apartment, tastefully renovated this year. You'll enjoy a bright and spacious living area with an open-plan living room and kitchen, opening onto a pleasant terrace. This level also includes two lovely bedrooms, a shower room, and a separate toilet. Upstairs, nestled in the attic, a magnificent master...
Nice Vieux Nice
NICE: SOLE AGENT. On the famous Cours Saleya, just steps from the Promenade des Anglais and the sea, in a magnificent building with elevator, on a high floor, sumptuous 7-room apartment with an area of 249sqm Loi Carrez (265m2 living space). It consisting of a spacious entrance hall, a double living-dining room, four bedrooms, a separate kitchen onto balcony, an...
Nice Golden Square
Located in the heart of the prestigious Carré d'Or district in Nice, this beautifully furnished 1-bedroom apartment offers 25.75 m² of modern living space. The property features two well-designed rooms, including a sleek contemporary kitchen and a bright living area, making it perfect for city living or a tranquil vacation getaway. Enjoy premium amenities such as double glazing, air-conditioning, and...
Nice Mont Boron
NICE MONT BORON: Are you looking for an exceptional, contemporary villa, peaceful, sunny, with a breathtaking sea view and amenities worthy of a palace? Look no further, Nice Properties offers it for sale. In one of Nice's most sought-after areas, this luxury property is truly superlative, allowing each visitor to choose their own words based on the emotions it evokes...
