Is a clear blue sky with lots of sunshine your idea of a perfect day? An average of 300 sunny days a year must make the French city of Nice a dream destination. Located on the Côte d’Azur, France's 'deep-blue coast' it’s just the place if you love picturesque villages, luxurious cities and beautiful beaches. This charming coastal city is the vibrant heart of the region with lots to do and especially to see! Book your flight, hotel, rental car and activities with Transavia Holidays and feast your eyes on Nice!
Book flight + hotelHop on a flight and within two hours you will be setting foot in Nice! Stroll along the five-kilometre Promenade des Anglais boulevard and marvel at the impressive buildings and tropical palm trees. If you’re ready to cool off, the beach and the sea are always close by. Or stay cool in the shade at Parc du Château. From here you enjoy a breathtaking view over the city and discover the ruins of the Chateau de Nice. When you’ve worked up an appetite, head off to the old neighbourhood of Vieux Nice for a salade Niçoise, the signature dish of this French city. The picturesque setting in one of the narrow streets with ochre-coloured houses will make it taste even better!
Nice is a beautiful city. Place Massena, a square downtown, is lined with buildings in southern Italian style. There you are just around the corner from Nice's prime shopping street, perfect for an afternoon shopping trip. Visit the Place du Palais de Justice in Vieux Nice, the old city. The square itself is worth a look, but the Palace of Justice is a must-see. Then stroll through the lively streets and alleys of the old city. For a unique cultural experience, visit the Marc Chagall Museum where you can not only admire the impressive artwork of this modernist painter but also marvel at the location: a breathtaking spot on a hill, hidden among the leafy trees.
If you’re ready to venture beyond Nice, it’s easy to explore the other highlights of the beautiful Côte d'Azur with a rental car. For example, head inland towards Les Gorges du Verdon, also known as the Grand Canyon of Europe. Your drive along the river gorge will be rewarded with beautiful views. For an adrenalin kick, note that this is also a rafting paradise! Other must-see attractions by car include the colourful towns of Antibes and Èze. Or channel your inner film star and visit Cannes, which has hosted the famous annual international film festival since 1946. In the harbour, you will find a Walk of Fame with more than 140 handprints of the greatest film stars. Don't forget to pack your sunglasses!