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 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 Mont Boron
NICE MONT BORON : On the penultimate floor of a small secure luxury residence with lift, near bus stop, with easy access to the city center and Monaco. Versace atmosphere and a sublime blend of elegance for this luxurious 3-room apartment facing West - East, of 90sqm, with a deep terrace, balcony, garage and cellar. Result of a meticulous renovation,...
Nice Gairaut
NICE GAIRAUT : Located in a luxury residence with caretaker, swimming pool and green spaces, very quiet, on the second floor with elevator, superb and large one-bedroom apartment of 57.35 m² in excellent condition, opening onto a deep terrace of more than 20 m² with panoramic views of the gardens and the hills. It consists of an entrance hall, living...
Nice Vieux Nice
NICE PLACE MASSENA : Located on the third floor of a typical building with lift, close to all amenities and shops, comfortable TWO-bedroom apartment in excellent condition, fully air-conditioned, with a balcony offering a side view of Place Masséna and the sea. It is comprised of an entrance, bright living room with fully equipped kitchen, two bedrooms, shower room and...
Nice Golden Square
NICE CENTER / CARRÉ D'OR : Prime location in the pedestrian street, in the heart of the Golden Square, close to all amenities, shops and the sea, allowing you to explore Nice on foot and fully enjoy the Riviera. In a Art Deco building with elevator, come and visit this superb 39sqm one-bedroom apartment entirely renovated. The apartment offers a...
Nice Golden Square
NICE PROMENADE DES ANGLAIS : In the first part of the Promenade, in a well maintained building with concierge and a roof top with pool, come and visit this large studio of 35sqm. It comprises of an entrance, a living room onto a balcony with laterale sea view, an open equipped kitchen, a sleeping alcove, a shower-room, a dressing and...
Nice
NICE / Cyrille Besset : In a lovely house, we offer this pleasant 38m2 apartment on the ground floor. The entrance leads to a living room with mezzanine sleeping area, an independent kitchen opening onto a 10m2 west-facing terrace, a shower room/toilet and a dressing room. Ideal for residence or rental investment. Near bus, shops and 8 mns walk to...
Nice Hills
NICE PESSICART : SOLE AGENT. In a dominant position, this superb Art Deco villa 295sqm (262 m² 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...
