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 The Port
NICE PORT: Rare. In a lively and booming area of the port, two steps from Place Garibaldi and tram stations, on the penultimate floor of a Niçois building in good condition with elevator overlooking the Place du Pin, with a view of the Mont Boron hill and mainly facing East, beautiful volumes for this superb 5-room apartment of 137sqm with...
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 Mont Boron
NICE MONT BORON : In a dominant position, 10 minutes walk from the sea and 300 meters from public transport, magnificent 128sqm Penthouse with two terraces 88sqm and 16sqm enjoying an exceptional view of the sea. Located on the 2nd and last floor of a building with porticos, colonnades and terraces, built in 1863 on a plot of 3,000sqm, this...
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NICE CENTER / MUSICIENS : A stone's throw from the tram, all amenities and shops, 5-room apartment of 149sqm located on the penultimate floor of a superb old building with an elevator and renovated common areas. South-North exposure. It offers a huge living room, a dining room with a semi-open kitchen, a master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, two other...
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NICE CESSOLE AREA : In a small, quiet street with little traffic, close to all shops, on the 3rd floor of a modern 2021 building suitable for people with reduced mobility, lovely 2-bedroom apartment of 61sqm with a double exposure South-North, composed of an entrance hall, living room with fitted kitchen opening onto a south-facing terrace, 2 bedrooms with wardrobes,...
Nice West
NICE WEST / FABRON : Located in the last building of the Domaine des Fleurs, Les Edelweiss, on the top floor, this magnificent 103sqm apartment is fully renovated and air-conditioned. It faces south and north, and features a large terrace offering a splendid panoramic sea view. The apartment comprises an entrance hall, a double-sized living room, a separate kitchen and...
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NICE GARIBALDI : Beautiful 23sqm 2-room apartment comprising a south-facing living room with open plan fitted kitchen, a bedroom with closet, and a shower room/toilet. Bright, close to shops and the tram to the airport. Ideal pied-à-terre and/or rental investment. Agency fees of 5% included at the expense of the seller.
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NICE PLACE MASSENA : On the top floor of an emblematic building of Nice, overlooking the Place Masséna and the gardens of the Coulée Verte, sublime 4 room corner apartment of 93sqm with two open air terraces of 30sqm each facing South-East and North-West, and offering magical views of the city and permanent sunshine. This exceptional apartment with the charm...
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NICE: Exclusive. Borriglione neighborhood, discover this beautiful 6-room apartment, on the top floor opening onto a pleasant 30 m2 terrace facing South. With an area of 155 m², this generous space offers you all modern comforts. The entrance leads to a large living room, an independent habitable kitchen, a lounge, four bedrooms including a parent suite, it is ideal for...
Nice Golden Square
NICE GOLDEN SQUARE: On the first floor of a two-story building dating from the early 20th century, recently renovated and famous for having housed the Galerie Romanin, Nice's first modern art gallery, opened by resistance fighter Jean Moulin in 1942 during the Occupation, Nice Properties is proud to offer for sale a spacious, historic, air-conditioned, one-bedroom duplex apartment in perfect...
