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
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NICE NORD: Quiet, beautiful 174 m² family home in need of refurbishment. The house comprises an entrance hall, a beautiful living room with a 53 m² dining room, a fitted kitchen opening onto a large terrace, two bedrooms, a bathroom, two guest toilets and plenty of storage space. First floor: two bedrooms, bathroom, shower room with toilet, dressing room. Large...
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 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 possible. Perfect location for a pieds à terre next to the tram and the...
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,...
Nice West
NICE WEST / LOWER FABRON AREA : Located in a quiet area, just a few minutes' walk from shops, the tramway, and the sea, on the top floor of a luxury residence, this exceptional 132 m² penthouse opens onto a magnificent, nearly 280 m² single-storey terrace with panoramic views of the sea, hills, and city. With direct elevator access, the...
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NICE CENTRE / VICTOR HUGO : Unobstructed view of the Jean MORENO garden, located 10 minutes from the sea, close to the tramway and shops, on the middle floor of a beautiful building with elevator, discover this magnificent 2/3-room apartment in perfect condition, offering a prime location and plenty of natural light. This apartment comprises an entrance hall, living room,...
Nice Golden Square
NICE CITY CENTER / GOLDEN SQUARE: Located on Rue Massenet, on the first basement level of a modern building just steps from the sea and the Promenade des Anglais, this attractive parking space is ideal for any type of vehicle. Low maintenance fees and property taxes. Agency fees included and payable by the seller.
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 Gairaut
NICE HILLS / GAIRAUT : Located in the Château d'Azur, a private estate in the Gairaut area, come and visit this villa of 190sqm entirely renovated on 1600sqm of land. It comprises on the ground floor: en entrance, two bedrooms, one bathroom, a laundry and a toilets. Upstairs, there you have a corner living room of 62 sqm onto a...
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NICE / CARRÉ D’OR : Located just a few steps from the Promenade des Anglais and the iconic Negresco Hotel, in a beautiful Belle Époque building with elevator, this charming 51 sqm one-bedroom apartment is situated on the third floor and benefits from a sought-after south-facing exposure. The entrance leads to a bright and inviting living room featuring original parquet...
