Things to do in Nice

Welcome to Nice, the capital of the art of living. We call it Nice “la Belle” (The Beautiful) since the beginning of time. Its particular light and incredible beauty have inspired leading names of architecture, painting, music and film.In the second half of the 18th century, Nice quickly came to the attention of the English upper classes, when aristocratic families chose the city as their winter residence. This is how the main seaside promenade of Nice has been called La Promenade des Anglais.Its exceptional location and natural beauty, its unique atmosphere and soft light inspired the most outstanding painters, such as Marc Chagall and Henri Matisse.The sun that shines 300 days a year, the amazing castles and palaces in the purest of baroque tradition, plenty of museums and art galleries, sun-drenched beaches: Nice’s appeal has became universal.From backpackers to romance-seeking couples and families, anyone can find their groove in Nice.