Promenade des Anglais

Nice’s iconic seafront features a palm-lined Riviera walkway, looking out over stony beaches and the gorgeous blue Baie des Anges.

TravelCurious Tip

Visit one of the Promenade’s many excellent restaurants in the evening for a meal while enjoying the sunset - and some great people-watching.

Holidaying in style

Nice has been popular with the English as a summer retreat since the latter half of the 18th century. Most of the houses at this time were on higher ground, with the beaches largely deserted. In 1820, the construction of a large walkway was proposed - partly to give work to the local population, and partly to avoid beggars - and the Camin deis Anglés (its Nissart name later turned French, after the annexation of Nice in 1860) was born. It reached its current paved form in 1931.

Today, the Prom is an important social centre for the city: runners, seaside strollers, and families on an evening walk all congregate to enjoy the Mediterranean blue of the Baie des Anges and the chic of Belle Époque architecture. The walkway has become popular with inline skaters, and you can rent bikes, rollerblades, scooters and even Segways for a fun day out by the bay.


See and be seen

There are a number of magnificent hotels including the Negresco, with its famous pink cupolas, and the art-deco bling of the Palais de la Méditerranée. The hotels have their own private beach areas, complete with deck chairs and parasols; other parts of the stony shore are accessible to everyone.

If you fancy a sit down go for the sea-blue chairs so evocative of mid-century Riviera glamour, the chaises bleues de la Promenade. First designed in the 1950s, they have become a symbol of the Promenade, and in 2014 a vast two-dimensional sculpture by artist SAB immortalised them in iconic form on the seafront.

Nearby Attractions

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Massena Square
Nice's most spectacular square and the largest in Vieux Nice, surrounded by Neoclassical façades.
Opéra de Nice
Nice’s opera house is one of the most spectacular buildings in the city, and hosts world-class classical concerts.
Palais de Justice
Courthouse located in the Nice Old Town.
Hotel Negresco
Iconic hotel located at the Promenade des Anglais.
St. Nicholas Cathedral
Built by the Royal Family for the Russian community exiled to the French Riviera, it follows the plans of a Greek cross and has a bell tower dome covered entirely with gold leaf.
Place du Palais de Justice
At the heart of Vieux Nice, Place du Palais de Justice is a wonderful display of the city's Neoclassical heritage.

Related Tours

Welcome to Nice: Private Half-Day Highlights Walking Tour

Discover Nice’s Old Town, by wandering the many colourful lanes and marketplaces accompanied by your expert local guide and see some of the most famous sights in Nice while also getting to explore some of the city's lesser-known gems.

On your private tour, you will:

  • Begin your tour near Place Masséna, where you will admire the remarkable Fontaine du Soleil built in the early 20th century;
  • See Neuf Lignes Obliques, a sculpture located on the Promenade du Paillon by the artist Bernar Venet;
  • Discover the replica of the Statue of Liberty on the Quai des États-Unis, a gift from the United States in honour of the city's close ties with America;
  • Walk by the Opéra de Nice, one of the city's most important cultural institutions;
  • Explore the Marché Aux Fleurs Cours Saleya, a vibrant market filled with colourful stalls offering fresh produce, flowers, and souvenirs;
  • See the Palais de Justice (Courthouse Square), a 19th-century imposing building with a stunning fountain in the front, home to a market where you can find from books to antiques every Saturday;
  • Walk to Nice Cathedral (Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate), a beautiful 17th-century Baroque church inspired by the churches in Rome;
  • Discover Place Rossetti, in the heart of the charming Old Town, a bustling square and a great spot to grab a coffee or a bite to eat;
  • Climb to Castle Hill, a stunning park perched high above the city where you'll find the Bellanda Tower, a historic watchtower that offers stunning views of the city and the Mediterranean Sea.
  • End your tour by snapping a photo at the #ILoveNICE sign to make memories of your time in the beautiful city of Nice.

Step into one of the most iconic and idyllic cities on the French Riviera with a private guide to show you the best of the city. On your tour, you will explore the elegant square Masséna, see the many quaint boutique stores, the Opera de Nice, and the Palace Square, home to the stunning Palace of Justice.

On the colourful Saleya Square, you will have time to enjoy the famous flower market stalls and some of the many local delicacies on offer when the market is operating (mornings, most days of the year).

The Old Town has some great eateries, old-fashioned bakeries, classic Italian ice-cream parlours and chocolate stores, and your guide will happily recommend several which you can pop into or return to after your tour. You will have time to try it all as well as to take wonderful photos of old Italian Nice.

You will also have the pleasure of walking along the Promenade des Anglais to view the many historic highlights this area boasts, including the magnificent Hôtel Negresco and Opera de Nice.

You will also have the pleasure of visiting Nice’s Castle Hill, which was the original site of the trading town founded by the Greeks 2,500 years ago. Not only will you visit Bellanda Tower and the sweeping waterfalls which cascade down to the sea, but also the magnificent viewpoints over the Bay of Angels and Old Town.

After descending the hill, your guide will take you to the #ILoveNICE sign to take a memorable photo!

Private Half Day Tour of Nice by Car

Discover Nice on a half-day driving tour, spent in the comfort of a private vehicle, exploring city highlights.

On your private tour, you will:

  • Enjoy hotel pick up by your private guide, if located in a place where vehicles can easily access. 
  • Explore one of the best overlooks in the city at Mont Boron to see views of the sea, city, and mountains.
  • See several of the city’s waterfront highlights along the Promenade des Anglais, including the art deco Le Negresco Hotel and the Opéra de Nice. 
  • Visit several places at the end of the tour on a brief walking tour of Old Town, where your guide will take you to one of the old markets, which still take place daily –either the flower and produce market or the antique market, depending on the day and time of your tour. 
  • After your tour, your guide will happily take you back to your hotel in Nice.

Hop into the comfort of a private vehicle and cruise through several of the city’s highlights, including Promenade des Anglais, a favourite walk-way of the European nobility of the last century and home to the magnificent Hôtel Negresco, the art deco Palais de la Méditerranée, and Le Opera de Nice. Then ascend Mont Boron for spectacular views over the mountainous and seafront landscape.

Venturing onwards to beautiful Cimiez, you will discover the former Roman settlement of Cemenelum, and learn how the area would later become the winter home of Queen Victoria. Spoilt for choice, you will see the Roman amphitheatre and ruins, you will enjoy the Belle Epoque architecture, and see the famous Cimiez Franciscan monastery with its stunning garden. Indeed, you will not be surprised that Cimiez would become home to Henri Matisse, and would be where he would get much of his inspiration for his fabulous work.

A tour of Nice would not be complete without a visit to the Italian-influenced, picturesque district of the Old City, where the last hour of your tour will be spent on foot, exploring the areas a car cannot reach. Enjoy the many beautiful Baroque churches, cobbled streets, and small colourful squares, along with its spectacular markets. After your tour ends, your guide will drop you off at your hotel or in the city centre, which you can discuss with your guide on the day of the tour. 

Private Full Day Tour of Nice

Discover Nice on a full-day tour, with a half-day spent wandering Old Town and the afternoon spent in the comfort of a private vehicle, exploring other city highlights less easily reached by foot.

On your private full-day tour, you will:

  • Spend the morning traversing Old Town on foot with your private guide
  • Explore the Italian-influenced city, with its distinctive Mediterranean flavour, and the mixing flavours of fresh produce at the daily local market.
  • Stroll the city’s highlights, including Bellanda Tower, Place Rossetti, and Opera de Nice.
  • Climb Castle Hill for the best views over the city, with views of the pastel-painted city, striped umbrellas, and mega-yachts in the neighbouring harbour. 
  • Pop back into the city centre, where you will enjoy lunch at your leisure. Your guide will be happy to recommend locations. (Price of lunch not included in the tour).
  • After lunch, hop into a private vehicle with your guide to see more of the city’s highlights, including Le Negresco, the Garden of Arenas Cimiez, Mont Boron, and the Modern and Contemporary Art Museum.
  • After your tour, your guide will happily take you back to your hotel in Nice. 


Step into one of the most iconic and idyllic cities in the French Riviera with a private guide to show you the best of the city. On your tour, you will explore the elegant square Masséna, see the many quaint boutique stores, the Opera de Nice, and the Palace Square, home to the stunning Palace of Justice. On the colourful Saleya Square, you will have time to enjoy the famous flower market stalls and some of the many local delicacies on offer when the market is operating (mornings, most days of the year).
The Old Town has some great eateries, old-fashioned bakeries, classic Italian ice-cream parlours and chocolate stores, and your guide will happily recommend several which you can pop into or return to after your tour. You will have time to try it all as well as to take wonderful photos of old Italian Nice.

Then visit Nice’s Castle Hill, which was the original site of the trading town founded by the Greeks 2,500 years ago. Not only will you visit Bellanda Tower and the sweeping waterfalls which cascade down to the sea, but also the magnificent viewpoints over the Bay of Angels and Old Town. After descending the hill, your guide will take you into the city centre or back into Old Town to enjoy an hour’s respite for lunch.

In the afternoon, hop in the car to cruise through several more of the city’s highlights, including Promenade des Anglais, a favourite walk-way of the European nobility of the last century and home to the magnificent Hôtel Negresco, the art deco Palais de la Méditerranée, and Le Opera de Nice. Then ascend Mont Boron for spectacular views over the mountainous and seafront landscape. Visit the Garden of Arenas Cimiez, ancient Roman ruins, which sit atop one of the hillsides of the area. After your tour ends, your guide will drop you off at your hotel or in the city centre, which you can discuss with your guide on the day of the tour. 

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