MaisonConte · Nice

Our best addresses

Restaurants, markets, private beaches and must-see spots — tested and approved by your hosts, carefully selected to make your stay unforgettable.

Market ★★★★☆

Flower Market

Open since 1861, Cours Saleya comes alive each morning in a tableau of colours and perfumes. Cut flowers, plants, tourists and locals — the soul of Nice.

Cours Saleya, 06300 Nice
Tue–Sun, mornings
Market ★★★★★

Marché de la Libération

The real locals' market. Farmers, cheese-makers, greengrocers — a warm atmosphere far from the tourist crowds.

Pl. du Général de Gaulle, 06100 Nice
Tue–Sun 7am–1pm
Supermarket ★★★★☆

Carrefour Gambetta

The closest supermarket to the apartment — wide selection, open daily.

9 Bd Gambetta, 06000 Nice
Daily
Supermarket ★★★★☆

U Express Rue de France

A few minutes' walk, ideal for everyday shopping.

85 Rue de France, 06000 Nice
Daily 8am–8pm
Bakery & Pastry ★★★★★

Pastry Chef & Chocolatier Canet

A Nice institution. The cakes are made with watchmaker's precision, the chocolates melt beautifully. Visit first thing in the morning.

25 Bd Gambetta, 06000 Nice
Tue–Sun 8am–1pm / 2:30–7:30pm
Places to visit ★★★★★

Villa Masséna

The most beautiful museum on the Riviera, hidden in a Belle Époque palace facing the sea. Napoleonic collections, decorative arts, and free entry.

65 Rue de France, 06000 Nice
Mon closed · Tue–Sun 11am–6pm
Free entry
Restaurant ★★★★★

La Rotonde — Hôtel Negresco

A timeless experience in Nice's most fairy-tale tea room. Belle Époque carousel décor, impeccable service — steps from the apartment.

37 Prom. des Anglais, 06000 Nice
€€€
Park & Nature ★★★★★

Castle Hill — Panoramic View

360° view over the Baie des Anges and the rooftops of Nice. The lift is free. The sunset from the terrace is unforgettable.

Montée Lesage, 06300 Nice
Daily 10am–6:45pm
Free
Grocery & Shops ★★★★☆

Nicolas Alziari — Shop

Iconic boutique in the old town, famous for its Niçois olive oil. Preserves and tapenade make excellent gifts.

14 Rue Saint-François de Paule, 06300 Nice
Daily 9am–7pm
Grocery & Shops ★★★★☆

Nicolas Alziari — Genoese Oil Mill

The historic oil mill, off the beaten track. Buy the oil directly at source, cold-pressed in the traditional way.

318 Bd de la Madeleine, 06000 Nice
Mon–Fri 9am–12:30pm / 2–6pm
Park & Nature ★★★★★

Lake of Le Broc

30 minutes by car, a peaceful haven for a nature walk. Shaded paths, supervised swimming in season, mountain air.

06510 Le Broc (30 min by car)
Free
Grocery & Shops ★★★★☆

La Maseleria

Artisan butcher renowned for its aged meats and homemade charcuterie. The locals queue — that tells you everything.

58 Rue de France, 06000 Nice
Grocery & Shops ★★★★☆

Pastis de Nice

Artisan distillery offering local pastis, made the old-fashioned way with Provençal herbs. Tasting on-site.

3 Rue de Orestis, 06300 Nice
Places to visit ★★★★★

Old Town — Vieille Ville

Colourful baroque alleyways, lively markets, shaded squares — the authentic heart of Nice. Best enjoyed without a map.

Vieux-Nice, 06300 Nice
Park & Nature ★★★★★

Promenade du Paillon

A ribbon of modern greenery linking Place Masséna to the prefecture. Fountains, play areas, lawns — perfect for a rest between visits.

Nice Centre
Free
Shopping ★★★★★

Galeries Lafayette Nice

The iconic department store on Place Masséna. Fashion, beauty, fine food hall in the basement — a must.

6 Av. Jean Médecin, 06000 Nice
Mon–Sat 10am–8pm
Places to visit ★★★★☆

Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate

A 17th-century baroque gem on Place Rossetti. Sumptuous architecture, welcome cool in summer, remarkable acoustics.

3 Pl. Rossetti, 06300 Nice
Tue–Sun 9am–12pm / 2–6pm
Free entry
Restaurant ★★★☆☆

Bella Nissa

Authentic Niçois cuisine in a lively setting. Socca, pissaladière, petits farcis — the classics well done, steps from the Negresco.

37 Prom. des Anglais, 06000 Nice
€€
Restaurant ★★★★★

Kiosque Tintin

A Nice institution on Place de la Libération. The courgette-flower fritters (baignas) are the best in the city — arrive early, they sell out.

3 Pl. du Général de Gaulle, 06100 Nice
Tue–Sat 6am–3pm
Restaurant ★★★★☆

Les Sens

Creative gastronomic cuisine in an elegant, intimate setting. Season-driven tasting menus, attentive service.

37 Rue Pastorelli, 06000 Nice
€€€
Restaurant ★★★★☆

Les Agitateurs

1 Michelin star. Inventive, precise cooking in an intimate setting. Surprise menus that showcase seasonal produce boldly.

24 Rue Bonaparte, 06300 Nice
€€€
Restaurant ★★★★★

Flaveur

2 Michelin stars. The Tourteaux brothers deliver generous, precise signature cooking. One of the finest tables on the Côte d'Azur. Book well ahead.

25 Rue Gubernatis, 06000 Nice
€€€
Restaurant ★★★★★

L'Aromate

1 Michelin star. Elegant, creative cuisine celebrating herbs and vegetables of the region. Remarkable wine list.

2 Rue Gustave Deloye, 06000 Nice
€€€
Restaurant ★★★★★

Olive & Artichaut

Seasonal Mediterranean cooking in the heart of the old town. Local produce, generous portions, lively terrace. Book ahead.

6 Rue Sainte-Réparate, 06300 Nice
€€
Restaurant ★★★★☆

Les Deux Canailles

French gastronomy revisited with Japanese touches. Refined atmosphere, precise creative cooking, thoughtful wine list.

6 Rue Chauvain, 06000 Nice
€€€
Restaurant ★★★★☆

Peixes — Opéra

Top-quality fish and seafood steps from the Opera. Fresh, well-executed Mediterranean cooking.

4 Rue Jacques Médecin, 06300 Nice
€€€
Restaurant ★★★★☆

Fine Gueule

Niçois bistronomie in a convivial setting. Seasonal produce, careful cooking, reasonable prices for the quality.

2 Rue de l'Hôtel de Ville, 06300 Nice
€€
Private beach ★★★★☆

BAIETA

Refined private beach on the Promenade des Anglais. Comfortable loungers, attentive service, good restaurant — decent value for the area.

359 Prom. des Anglais, 06200 Nice
€€€
Private beach ★★★★☆

Castel Plage

At the eastern end of the Promenade, at the foot of Castle Hill. Exceptional setting, views of the old town, calmer than the centre.

8 Quai des États-Unis, 06300 Nice
€€€
Private beach ★★★★☆

La Vela

Chic beach with a clean white-and-blue décor. Relaxed atmosphere, attentive service — a good address for a day by the sea without the crowds.

58 Prom. des Anglais, 06000 Nice
€€€
Private beach ★★★★☆

Le Galet

Elegant beach at the western end of the Promenade, easy walk from the apartment. Well-spaced loungers, relaxed vibe.

3 Prom. des Anglais, 06200 Nice
€€€
Private beach ★★★★☆

Le Temps d'un Été

Serene, elegant beach with fresh Mediterranean cuisine at lunch. Perfect for a family day on the Promenade.

25 Prom. des Anglais, 06000 Nice
€€€
Private beach ★★★★☆

Plage Beaurivage

Iconic beach steps from Place Masséna. A Riviera institution blending tradition and modern comfort. Quality service.

Prom. des Anglais (opp. Place Masséna), 06000 Nice
€€€