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 Promenade
NICE PROMENADE DES ANGLAIS : Exclusive - Rare and unique ! Ideally located on the famous Promenade des Anglais, on the top floor of a Art Deco building with caretaker and 2 elevators, sublime 163sqm duplex Penthouse with 193sqm of deep terraces offering a 360° panoramic view of the Baie des Anges from Cap Ferrat to Cap d'Antibes. In perfect...
Nice Vieux Nice
NICE OLD TOWN : Next to the Place Garibaldi, come and visit this large studio of 24sqm. It comprises of an entrance, a living with mezzanine, an small independant equipped kitchenette and a shower with toilets. Furnished, with nice view onto the gardens and near the tramway, it will be perfect for rentals and/ or a pied-à-terre. No lift. Agency...
Nice Golden Square
NICE CENTER / CARRÉ D’OR: NICE CENTER / CARRÉ D’OR: Prime location, 400 meters from the sea, on the 5th and top floor of a bourgeois building, accessible by elevator to the 4th floor, located on Place Grimaldi, within walking distance of all amenities: shops, buses, tram, boutiques, and restaurants. Atypical and incredibly charming, this attic space with exposed beams...
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NICE PLACE MASSENA : In the immediate vicinity of the sea and two minutes away from Cours Saleya, on the 3rd floor of a magnificent building with sumptuous common areas, this superb 74.5sqm 2-bedroom apartment features a large balcony offering a beautiful sea view. It comprises an entrance hall with plenty of storage space, a large living room with 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...
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NICE CENTER / WILSON : Located just a few steps away from the Durandy Tramway station and close to all amenities, discover this superb 100 m² 3-bedroom apartment, tastefully renovated in a classic style. On the first floor with elevator of a magnificent Belle Époque building dating from 1894, facing south and north, it comprises an entrance hall with storage,...
Nice Mont Boron
NICE MONT BORON : Located in a quiet cul-de-sac between the Port of Nice and the Mont Boron, with walking access to the sea, on the top floor of a magnificent Neoclassical building built in 1992, this superb 5-room duplex apartment of 143sqm features a dual aspect and is mainly southwest-facing. It comes with a cellar and two closed garages....
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NICE CENTER / CARABACEL: A stone's throw from the future extension of the Coulée Verte gardens and a few minutes walk from Place Garibaldi and the tramway, this fully renovated 32,2 m² one-bedroom apartment with a 2,2 m² balcony. The air-conditioned apartment offers excellent amenities (hardwood floors, double glazing, and a fully equipped kitchen). It's a perfect investment as a...
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NICE CENTER / CARABACEL: A stone's throw from the future extension of the Coulée Verte gardens and a few minutes walk from Place Garibaldi and the tramway, superb fully renovated studio apartment, air-conditioned with excellent amenities (hardwood floors, double glazing, and a fully equipped kitchen). It's a perfect investment as a pied-à-terre or rental property. Seasonal rentals are permitted in...
Nice Gairaut
NICE COLLINES / GAIRAUT : Sole agent. Located in a quiet dominant position, this beautiful and sunny Neo-Provençal villa, built in 2002, offers 10 rooms on 3 levels. The entrance serves a living/dining room which opens onto a South-facing terrace of 63sqm enjoying a superb panoramic view of the sea, city and hills, a lounge with bar area, a kitchen...
