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Avenue Eugène Donadeï Saint-Laurent du Var Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6700 France +33 4 9331 1035 http://www.cap3000.com/ |
This shopping mall is pretty impressive. The arcades cut across one another, forming one long, mysterious labyrinth of consumer delights. Needless to say it's the biggest shopping center on the French Riviera. Shops are varied and all impeccably well run. Clothes and shoe shops are probably the greatest in number and there's something here for all tastes and budgets. Along with the plethora of shops, its hairdressers, confectioners, gift shops and toy shops make it worth a visit. Located near Nice airport and about ten kilometers from the town center. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Gateway to Corsica |
Quai Amiral-Infernet Port de Nice Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côted'Azur 6300 France +33 8 2509 5095 |
Nice is the perfect place from which to set out on a journey of discovery to the island of Corsica, otherwise known as the Ile de Beauté, or 'Beautiful Island'. Corsica Ferries provide a means of getting there at very reasonable prices. There are two kinds of boat to choose from, depending on how you prefer to travel. Either take the high-speed option, travelling at 37 knots or 70km per hour aboard the Corsica Express - a superb aerodynamically-designed ferry - or plump for comfort instead and turn the crossing into a mini-cruise aboard either the Sardinia Regina or Sardinia Nova ferries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Haïtian art |
36 Rue Droite Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6300 France +33 4 9362 6480 / +33 6 1013 0264 http://www.espaceloas.com |
Embark on a discovery of Haïtian arts and crafts in this small old-town gallery. The paintings are alive with colour and simple, bright motifs, and mirrors decorated with tiny black metal crabs and turtles that seem to be trying to catch each other. The gallery is graced by a metre-high indented metal sculpture, styled in the shape of a tree. All individually hand-made, each item on sale is a unique treasure. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Sacred Music, Spiritual Setting |
2 Place Masséna Chagall Museum Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6300 France +33 (0)4 9713 3689 / +33 (0)4 9713 2395 |
Every June, music blends with architecture in Nice's sacred music festival. The magnificent baroque churches of the old town, particularly the Cathédrale Suite-Réparate, send the music of Bach, Haydn, Mozart, Couperin and 20th-century French composer Messiaen soaring. Organ and choral music are the main attraction, especially given the outstanding quality of performance. For further information and tickets, contact or visit the festival box office. Tickets are available on-site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Great choice of high quality goods |
6 Avenue Jean Médecin Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6000 France +33 4 9217 3636 http://www.galerieslafayette.c... |
One of Paris's best-known department stores, this famous chain sells high quality, top-end products. With items ranging from clothes for the entire family, leather goods, cosmetics, and jewelry to furniture, household linen, tableware, toys, books, food and a small range of electrical appliances, there's something for everyone. Even if you're not quite sure what you're looking for, the shop's five floors are a great place to browse. Wedding list service available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Fine art from the 17th to 20th centuries |
33 Avenue des Baumettes Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6000 France +33 4 92 15 28 28 http://www.musee-beaux-arts-ni... |
Built in 1878, this magnificent private mansion houses a collection of more than 6,000 works of art dating from the 17th century to the 1940's. As well as work by French artists (including sculptures by Carpeaux and Rodin), the museum also boasts a fine collection of remarkably restored Flemish school paintings. Two exhibition spaces are entirely devoted to modern art, featuring Kees Van Dongen, Raoul Dufy and Picasso. Of particular note is symbolist work by Nice artist Gustav Adolf Mossa, who for many years was curator of the museum. Admission is EUR4; free for age 18 and under and on first Sunday of the month. Concessions cost EUR2.50. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Baroque palace in old Nice |
15 Rue Droite Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6300 France +33 4 9362 7240 http://www.nice.fr/mairie_nice... |
This Genoese-style palace was built in the middle of the 17th century for the Lascaris de Vintimille (a small Italian town near Nice); it was their family home until 1802. Tucked away in a narrow street, the richly coloured and decorated façade of this palace is flanked by old red and ochre buildings typical of Nice's old quarter. The interior is in sumptuous baroque style, its vaulted ceilings decorated with frescoes above huge sweeping staircases. There are also 12th century furnishings, Flemish tapestries, and on the ground floor a recreation of an 18th century pharmacy (and the gift shop). Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Maker of fine leather goods |
39367 Avenue De Verdun Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6000 France +33 4 9387 1900 http://www.longchamp.fr/ |
Longchamp hasn't been in Nice all that long and it's just the kind of store that the city needed. Longchamp bags and luggage are both extremely practical and beautiful to look at. The quality of the carefully chosen leathers used in the making of these articles guarantees them an extremely long life; as the years go by, they hold onto their attractiveness. As for the shape and the manner in which they're cut, they follow trends and fashion, while at the same time maintaining a certain simplicity. In this way, a successful compromise is achieved. The prices may seem high, but a Longchamp bag will last you a very long time! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mountains of local produce |
Cours Saleya Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6300 France |
Welcome to a true Mediterranean market, full of warmth and joy. Amid a riot of colours and smells, the market keepers brandish their wares and harangue the crowd with their prices. Set back on the right, by the Marché aux fleurs, you'll find farmers from the region selling their own produce with everything from chard, home-seasoned olives and garden tomatoes to little basil plants and honey. A real feast for the eyes! There's always something happening along the pedestrianized Cours Saleya with its many cafés and restaurants. Yet it's this fruit & veg market that is one of the most remarkable and popular events for locals and visitors alike. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Arts & crafts market on summer nights |
Cours Saleya Nice 6300 France |
Cours Saleya is market heaven. Aside from the fruit and vegetable market, the flower market and the aux puces (antiquités), you can also buy arts and crafts here on balmy summer evenings. Stall-holders display costume jewelery, pottery, paintings and water-colours, bags, Latin American crafts--there's bound to be something here to suit every taste and budget. An ideal place to stroll, the street is bursting with life. If it becomes too crowded, take refuge in one of the many great little restaurants nearby. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A little bit of paradise in the city |
Cours Saleya Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6300 France |
Watercolour artists can't stop painting this visually rich flower market. In the Cours Saleya, sheltered by small striped awnings, astonishing quantities of flowers are for sale. There are all kinds, from enormous, brightly coloured bouquets to the extremely small and sober. Whatever you buy, the prices will certainly be better than those at a florist. A tip: at the end of the market, the merchants may be willing to bargain a little. You can also send the flowers of your choice from here to anywhere in France or abroad. In addition to cut flowers, this market offers a large selection of potted plants (scented gardenias, small lemon trees, amaryllis, geraniums and plenty more). Let yourself be swept away by the collection of nature's bounty... Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Very big & beautiful |
Cours Saleya Nice 6300 France |
The items in this marché aux puces (flea market) range from fine antiques to bric-a-brac. It's not unusual to stumble across some genuine Gallé or Müller glasswork. American costume jewelery pieces from the Fifties are found alongside authentic rings with magnificent stones. Tableware, paintings, curios and sets of silver cutlery can be purchased here, as well as rugs, African artwork, old cameras and gramophones, rosary beads and hats. Used books (including sought-after collector's editions) stuffed animals and classic toys--if you don't mind the search, there is something for everyone! Each stall-holder has a permanent spot and specialty. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 An oasis of calm amidst the traffic |
Rue Masséna Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6000 France |
Always a great favorite in large cities, pedestrian precincts are places where human hustle and bustle takes over from the noise of the wheeled traffic. In Nice, the Masséna Zone is the perfect place for a coffee break, trying one of the many fine restaurants or going on a shopping spree. There are clothing options for everyone, for all tastes and budgets. Street artists can often be seen performing here--jugglers, musicians, mime artists--and the warm atmosphere extends throughout the day and into the evening, when everyone takes advantage of the summer months to dine al fresco. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nice France |
Place Masséna is the heart of Nice, a beating heart to match the red of the buildings which border it. This heart is surrounded by two green lungs: the Albert I Gardens with the immense black metal Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Original & pleasant |
11 Rue de la Préfecture Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6300 France +33 4 9380 3382 http://www.master-home.com |
This Scottish pub features cozy wood paneling and a remarkable centerpiece of a painting consisting of four Scots clad in mini-kilts. It is located in a bustling pedestrian zone in Vieux-Nice, just next to the Place du Palais-de-Justice and the Cours Saleya. In addition to the huge choice of beer (30 brews) and whiskeys, Master Home also has a cyber-café. There are popular theme nights every week, including disco, Scandinavia, cowboys and more. The clientèle is young and trendy, with a healthy representation of ex-pats hailing from the British Isles. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Matisse: The Man & His Work |
164 Avenue des Arènes de Cimiez Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6000 France +33 4 9381 0808 / +33 4 9353 4053 http://www.musee-matisse-nice.... |
Housed in a magnificent red building, this museum stands on Cimiez hill, close to the city's Arènes (ancient amphitheatre) and the Musée archéologique. Matisse lived in Cimiez from 1917 until his death in 1954. Paintings, drawings and some of his earliest works are on display, along with pieces that reveal his lesser-known talents as a sculptor. Several black and white photographs offer glimpses of the artist's private life. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Panoramic peak at 220m |
Route du Fort du Mont Alban Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côted'Azur 6300 France |
The Fort du Mont Alban is a fine example of 16th-century military architecture. Built on the hilltop at 220m above sea level, it offers a striking 360° panorama. To one side you have Nice itself, the bay opening out onto the sea, the airport and the Lower Alps region. To the other side your eyes wander over the pretty little towns and villages such as Villefranche and Cap Ferrat. The landscape is wild and densely covered in typically Mediterranean vegetation, such as scrubland, pine and oak trees. For the trivia-mongers among you, Elton John owns a vast estate just 300m from the fort, but unfortunately neither the actual fort nor the singer's home are open to visitors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Hillside forest - superb for scenery & strolling |
Boulevard du Mont-Boron Route forestière et chemin des Hespèrides Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côted'Azur 6300 France +33 (0)4 9392 8282 (Tourist Information) |
Mont Boron is one of the many hills bordering the city of Nice. Stretching out above the port, it is a favorite walking spot for families and nature enthusiasts. Dating back to 1860, this forest features vegetation native to the Mediterranean, such as the Aleppo pine and the Holm oak. When you reach the heights, stop a while to take in the beautiful panorama over Nice and the surrounding bay. With 11km of signposted footpaths, it is the perfect place enjoying the fresh air while hiking or mountain biking. Don't miss the nearby fort on Mont Alban - a magnificent example of 16th-century military architecture. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jazz Greats in the Open Air |
Boulevard de Cimiez (Arènes de Cimiez) Nice 6000 France +33 1 47 23 07 58 http://www.nicejazzfest.com/ |
The biggest names in jazz have been performing here amid the olive groves in the magnificent Arènes et Jardins de Cimiez since 1948: James Brown, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Didier Lockwood, Maceo Parker, Claude Nougaro, Lou Reed, Chick Corea and Martial Solal, to name but a few. The infectious atmosphere spreads to a selection of private venues during the festival, as jazz takes over the beaches and nightclubs. Don't miss the jam sessions at the Radisson. Tickets are available from FNAC or on-site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Magnificent Italian opera house by the sea |
39178 Rue Saint-François de Paule Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6300 France +33 4 9217 4000 http://www.opera-nice.org |
Going at least once to a performance at the Opera de Nice is a must, even if it's just to admire the fairy-like theatre and its enormous chandelier. Each year the Opera de Nice puts on no less than 7 operas and 15 concerts! The productions are always of very high calibre. Good seats need to be reserved in advance for the operas. Concert tickets are obtained more easily. The Corvesy parking garage, rue Alexandre Mari, offers a special price upon presentation of your ticket. Check their website for the upcoming events and performances. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Right in the city centre |
30 Avenue Jean-Médecin Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6000 France +33 4 9217 3817 |
Right in the city center, on Avenue Jean Médecin (one of Nice's main shopping thoroughfares) stands the modern smoked-glass building of the Nice-Etoile shopping mall. It's one of the city's biggest shopping centers, holding all sorts of products in its many stores. They include FNAC, clothing boutiques, shoe shops, Habitat (specializing in furniture and design), snack or sandwich booths, and much more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Outstanding antiques store specialising in sculpture |
28 Rue Catherine-Ségurane Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côted'Azur 6300 France +33 4 9355 1379 |
Rue Ségurane is one of the main antique districts in Nice and Romain Ginac is without a doubt one of the most beautiful shops on the street. The window display often has a majestic, theatrical quality with a red backdrop, a magnificent bouquet of flowers and other items to complement the pieces on show. Sculptures are a particular specialty here-- on occasion, Picasso ceramics find their way here. The store consistently distinguishes itself from its competitors through the originality and quality of its pieces. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Antique books and modern art |
26 Rue Ségurane Nice 6300 France +33 4 93 55 11 75 |
Book lovers and book collectors, here's your treasure trove. In his small shop on the rue Ségurane (the antiques district), near to the port, Rometti, doctor of philosophy, with his mad-scientist type white hair, amasses precious paper, from the strangest to the most beautiful. The prices are in general quite reasonable. There is a large selection of art books, with pride of place given to painting. It's worth taking a look at several beautiful ceramic and art deco pieces displayed about the store. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nice France |
This is probably the most famous part of Nice. For more than a century, people have been flocking here to walk along the famous Promenade des Anglais; in the 19th century the gentle winters drew in the visitors, while today it tends to be at its height during the summer months. As for the inhabitants, whatever the season or the weather, they never get tired of the place. Some go jogging, others rollerblade, many just walk, but they all adore the view of the sea. Take time to soak it all up sitting on one of the little blue chairs--an endearing characteristic of the "Prom." The seashore is also lined with an impressive selection of luxury Hôtels, the most prestigious of which is the Négresco. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Clothes for women and children |
3 Rue Paradis Nice 6000 France +33 (0)4 9387 8287 http://www.soniarykiel.com |
Who has never admired the haute-couture parades and dreamed of wearing one of the creations from this famous woman of the fashion Sonya Rikyel someday? It's become possible now if you come and discover this very luxury shop located on the Masséna pedestrian precinct, right in the middle of the Paradis street. All of her latest creations for women and children are on display in this fashion temple: very sophisticated clothes, very worked, smart, refined, the designer plays on colours and forms to give her creations a special style. Moreover, you'll be greeted as you should in this shop where the atmosphere is very particular. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sketches of Nice |
14 Rue Droite Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6300 France +33 4 9362 5915 http://www.sylvie-t.com |
With simple lines and a highly representational technique, the works of this artist closely resemble architectural drawings which bring out all the natural beauty and detail of Nice. She chooses her subject and setting, then vividly reproduces a narrow winding street here, a belfry there, adding only a few subtle but highly effective touches of colour. The result is strikingly beautiful, so much so that a well-known Niçois publisher used her drawings to illustrate a book on the heritage of Vieux-Nice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Prehistoric man & nature |
25 Boulevard Carnot Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6300 France +33 (0)4 9355 5993 http://www.musee-terra-amata.org |
Not far from the port, the modern building housing this little museum stands on the very place where the 400,000 year old prehistoric site of Terra Amata was discovered. The exhibition describing prehistoric fauna, flora, climate and tools, is educational and easy to understand. Information is in French and English, and selected exhibits are translated into Italian and German. At the end of the visit, a series of small models recreate the evolution of prehistoric man's environment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nice France |
The atmosphere of this district is unique. Fuelled by the prevailing calm and air of authenticity, it creates the illusion that you're no longer in one of the biggest cities in France. There are a few great little restaurants serving specialities of the region, including Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Picturesque train journey from Nice to Digne |
4 Rue Alfred Binet Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6000 France +33 4 9703 8080 http://www.trainprovence.com |
The little Pignes train is very picturesque and is such an original way to travel. It usually has just one carriage and is delightfully old fashioned. A journey that'll take you through lots of little Provençal villages, the Nice-Digne trip lasts about three hours (this isn't one of those high speed French trains). Those who feel this might be a little too long might like to get off at Annot, an attractive village in the Lower Alps. This is a great outing for train enthusiasts or those with an adventurous spirit looking for a bit of nostalgia. There are usually four trains a day, going there and back, all year round. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Inexpensive top quality fashion |
10 Avenue Jean Medecin Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6000 France +33 4 9313 7650 http://www.zara.com |
The Zara store will definitely make an impression on you as its huge shop front looks like a Saint-Petersburg department store. They sell clothes for the whole family, with children's and menswear upstairs and ladies' clothing on the ground floor. There's also a mezzanine at the far end of this floor, devoted to younger, sportier clothes, bound to appeal to teenagers. At Zara, you can get the best in fashionable clothing without breaking the bank. The fashion here has a diverse appeal, with articles made to suit those with a more reserved nature as well as those who enjoy showing off a little. Everybody's favourite place to shop! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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