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 / CARRE D'OR : On the second to last floor, a superb 93,8sqm apartment, facing South/North, ideally situated in the heart of the pedestrian zone, at 2 minutes from the Place Massena and 5 minutes from the beach. Very bright and fully air-conditioned, it is comprised of a lovely entry way, large living room with fireplace and fitted...
Nice Mont Boron
NICE MONT BORON : In one of the most luxurious residences in Nice with park, swimming pool and 24/7 caretaker, exceptional duplex villa apartment of 170 m² with garden of 200sqm and large terrace of 63sqm. Facing South and West, it offers a magnificent panoramic view of the city, the hills and the sea. Organized into 5 main rooms, it...
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
NICE BAS CIMIEZ: Attractive semi-detached house with lots of charm and authenticity in the Résidence le Majestic, janitor, emblematic location, Three 78 m² rooms on two levels. On the first floor, a very large living room with a lounge, dining room and open-plan fitted and equipped kitchen. A period wooden staircase leads up to the first floor, with two large...
Nice West
NICE FABRON : Just a few minutes from downtown and the sea, on the top floor of a recent luxury residence with swimming pool, delivered in 2020, still under ten-year warranty with the latest soundproofing and thermal insulation standards. In a quiet, unoverlooked location, this sublime three-room corner apartment boasts a vast 21sqm terrace with unobstructed views of the sea,...
Nice Golden Square
NICE CITY CENTER / GOLDEN SQUARE: Superb 2/3-room apartment located on Avenue de Suède, one of Nice's most iconic and sought-after addresses, just steps from the sea, in a decidedly international setting, surrounded by a prestigious hotel and luxury boutiques. On the 2nd floor, the property benefits from absolute tranquility, overlooking an interior courtyard, as well as a west-facing exposure...
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 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
NICE / Cyrille Besset : In a lovely house, we offer this pleasant 20m2 apartment. It has a living room 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 seller. Information on the risks to which this...
Nice Golden Square
NICE / CARRE D’OR: On the pedestrian zone, at 2 stops from Place Masséna and close to the Promenade des Anglais, on the 4th floor of a Nice building with elevator, we offer you this 3-room apartment to refresh of 63 m², crossing South/North. The entrance leads to a living room with an open equipped kitchen, two bedrooms including one...
