Nice Things To Do

Beaches
Nice is renowned for its numerous gently sloping wide beaches of fine sand and pebble. Perfectly safe for swimming and sunbathing, a wide range of rewarding activities for children take place such as beach games, water sports and inflatable rides. The beaches of Nice offer a lively daytime atmosphere and a plentiful supply of stylish beachside cafes to relax in when the sun gets too hot.

Outdoor Events
Nice certainly knows how to party and many festivals and events take place through the year bringing to life the city streets in an explosion of colour, noise and riotous celebration. The Nice Carnival is the undoubted highlight of the year and festivals of jazz, art, culture and religion see a party atmosphere and extremely busy streets. During spring and summer there are many choral and classical music concerts at venues all over the city.

Museums and Monuments
Renowned for style and glamour, Nice nevertheless has a surprising number of cultural venues, museums and monuments. Visitors can witness classical and modern artworks, ancient relics and tour beautifully preserved baroque churches all within walking distance of each other. A city break in Nice will also discover quaint cobbled streets displaying ornate and elegant Mediterranean architecture.

Activities for Children
Kids of all ages are well catered for in Nice with aqua parks, theme parks and amusements providing thrilling rides, sports and games. Exciting pursuits such as go-karting and canoeing are available in the city and there are interactive museums which will exercise mind and body for a truly rewarding family day out.

Day Trips
Perfectly placed right in the heart of the Cote d'Azur, Nice makes an ideal base for exploring the surrounding region. The glamour of St Tropez and Cannes are within easy reach and a worthwhile excursion will take you to the casinos of Monte Carlo or enjoy an exhilarating day skiing on Alpine pistes, just one hours drive away. The nearby Gorges du Verdun is a popular yet tranquil wilderness that offers rewarding activities such as rafting, hiking and horse riding.

Food
A short break to Nice will inevitably involve the sampling of some of the most mouth watering cuisine in France. Nicoise specialities include bouillabaisse - a renowned fish soup and socca savoury pancakes. Those with a sweet tooth should try delightful desserts like tarte au citron. Fusing Provencal and Italian influences, Nice food is unique and imaginative and a real gourmet experience for visitors.

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