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 West
NICE / MAGNAN: Just 5 minutes from the Promenade des Anglais and all amenities, exceptional 380 m² prestige property with swimming pool set in 3500 m² grounds planted with magnificent trees, including olive, cedar, palm, eucalyptus, avocado and lemon. The garden has been classified by the city of Nice as a Jardin Remarquable. This unique three-storey villa with a beautiful...
Nice Cimiez
NICE CIMIEZ : Close to the Saint-Georges Clinic and shops, in a luxury residence with swimming pool in a quiet dead-end street, large 3-bedroom apartment of 153sqm, with three terraces and a 140sqm solarium accessible from the apartment. It offers an entrance, very large living/dining room with fireplace, independent kitchen, 3 bedrooms and 2 shower rooms or bathroom, guest toilet...
Nice
NICE HAUT GAMBETTA: In a private dead end, this 180 m2 air-conditioned warehouse is on two levels. It includes on the ground floor, a meeting room or workshop of 95 m2, two offices, 2 wc and a platform of 9 m2. On the mezzanine of 33 m2, you will find a clearance, an office of 21 m2, a kitchen. Acces...
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 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...
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...
Nice Golden Square
NICE CENTRE / CARRE D'OR: Boulevard Victor Hugo, 400 meters from the sea, in a beautiful bourgeois building, within walking distance to shops and the tramway, with lot of charm and under the roof, we invite you to visit this stunning 2-room apartment of 38m2. This apartment has an entrance that leads to the living room with an open kitchen,...
Nice
NICE / Cyrille Besset : In a lovely house, we offer this pleasant 20m2 apartment on the first floor. It has a living room with mezzanine sleeping area onto an East facing balcony, an equipped kitchen and a shower room/toilet. Ideal for residence or rental investment. Near bus, shops and 5 mns walk to tramway. Agency fees included, payable by...
Nice
NICE CENTER / MUSICIENS : Located on the top floor of a beautiful 1912 bourgeois building with an elevator, with all amenities within walking distance and the sea less than 5 minutes away, this superb, renovated and air-conditioned 4-room apartment comprises an entrance hall, a living room with a high-end, fully equipped kitchen opening onto a lovely south-facing balcony, three...
Nice Cimiez
NICE LOWER CIMIEZ : In the heart of the highly sought-after Bas Cimiez district, within the iconic Palais Majestic, a former bourgeois palace boasting remarkable architecture, lies an exceptional 270 sq m apartment, a true embodiment of Nice's elegance and the prestige of the Riviera. Located on a high floor, enjoying a commanding position comparable to a sixth-floor apartment, this...
