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 Golden Square
NICE CENTER / CARRÉ D'OR : Rare, sought-after location in the heart of the Carré d'Or, close to the sea, all amenities, shops and transport. On the forth floor of the " Palais Donadei " a magnificent bourgeois building with elevator, a few meters from the Victor Hugo boulevard. Superb totally renovated 3 room apartment of 60sqm, facing West/East. Very...
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 Cimiez
NICE CIMIEZ: In one of Cimiez's most sought-after residences, just ten minutes from the town center, remarkable 171.20 m2 garden-level 4-room apartment with large 75 m2 southwest-facing terrace, unoverlooked. This exceptional property comprises an entrance hall, a spacious, light-filled 44.51 m2 living/dining room opening onto the terrace, a sumptuous, fully-equipped kitchen, a master bedroom with en-suite shower room and dressing...
Nice
NICE CENTER / WILSON : Nestled on the top floor of a majestic Belle Époque building dating back to 1884, discover this 120 sq m (1,292 sq ft) architectural masterpiece. Completely renovated with exceptional materials, this 4-room apartment offers a perfect blend of period charm and ultra-contemporary design. Bathed in light, it boasts unobstructed views over the rooftops of Nice,...
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...
Nice Mont Boron
NICE MONT BORON: Are you looking for an exceptional, contemporary villa, peaceful, sunny, with a breathtaking sea view and amenities worthy of a palace? Look no further, Nice Properties offers it for sale. In one of Nice's most sought-after areas, this luxury property is truly superlative, allowing each visitor to choose their own words based on the emotions it evokes...
Nice Golden Square
NICE / Carré d'Or: On the pedestrian area, at 2 steps from Place Masséna and close to the Promenade des Anglais, on a floor of a Nice building with an elevator, we offer you this 3-room apartment of 51 m². The entrance with a closet leads to a living room with an open equipped kitchen, two bedrooms with closets, a...
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 Golden Square
NICE - MUSICIANS: In the heart of the Musicians district, discover this beautiful 4-room apartment of 112 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...
