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 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 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 Gairaut
NICE GAIRAUT : Located in a luxury residence with caretaker, swimming pool and green spaces, very quiet, on the second floor with elevator, superb and large one-bedroom apartment of 57.35 m² in excellent condition, opening onto a deep terrace of more than 20 m² with panoramic views of the gardens and the hills. It consists of an entrance hall, living...
Nice Vieux Nice
NICE PLACE MASSENA : Located on the third floor of a typical building with lift, close to all amenities and shops, comfortable TWO-bedroom apartment in excellent condition, fully air-conditioned, with a balcony offering a side view of Place Masséna and the sea. It is comprised of an entrance, bright living room with fully equipped kitchen, two bedrooms, shower room and...
Nice Gairaut
NICE / GAIRAUT: Built on a 2500 m2 landscaped plot, this villa boasts a privileged location, both quiet and sunny and close to the town center, and extends on three levels, comprising 8 rooms, including 5 bedrooms. From the moment you enter the villa, you'll be seduced by its contemporary comfort. On the first floor, you'll find a 64 m²...
Nice
Located in the heart of Centre Ville, Nice, this contemporary 2-bedroom apartment offers 50.17 m² of stylish living space. The bright, open-plan living room features large windows with double glazing, filling the space with natural light while ensuring a peaceful atmosphere. Elegant finishes, modern lighting, and beautiful wood flooring accentuate the minimalist décor throughout the home. The sleek kitchen boasts...
Nice Golden Square
NICE - MUSICIANS: In the heart of the Musicians district, discover this beautiful 4-room apartment of 106 m², located on the top floor of a character building. The entrance leads to a large living room with an open-plan kitchen, furnished and equipped, extended by a balcony accessible from the living areas. The sleeping area includes a master suite with dressing...
Nice Mont Boron
Experience the charm of the French Riviera in this elegant 3-room apartment located in a sought-after area of Nice. The home boasts a bright and inviting open living space with large windows, flooding the interior with natural light and offering spectacular panoramic views of the city, the hills, and the sparkling Mediterranean Sea. The spacious living and dining area open...
Nice
NICE: Discover this elegant 28 m² furnished apartment ideally located in the Coulée Verte district of Nice. Perfectly designed for comfort and style, this beautifully renovated studio features a bright open-plan living space with a modern kitchen, sleek finishes, and ample natural light, creating a calm and welcoming atmosphere. Situated in a prestigious building, this property is ideal for those...
