Nice, France: The Complete Guide for First-Time Visitors | French Riviera

Nice, France: The Complete Guide for First-Time Visitors | French Riviera

Planning a trip to Nice? This is the only video you need. We’ve pulled together our very best Nice content into one complete, first-timer’s guide — from the top things to do and the most iconic local food, to the best rooftop bars, where to shop, where to stay, and the best day trips you can do from the city.
We’re Anja & Aila, and we’ve been living on the French Riviera for 20+ years. Everything in this guide comes from real local experience.

📌 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲:
► The top 10 things to do in Nice, France
► A walkthrough of Vieux-Nice (the Old Town) — what to see, eat & explore
► The best rooftop bars and restaurants with views over the city
► The iconic food specialties of Nice you must try (socca, pan bagnat, pissaladière & more)
► Where to shop in Nice — from Cours Saleya market to the best boutiques
► The best hotels in Nice for every budget — from charming guesthouses to seafront luxury
► 10 day trips from Nice — to Monaco, Èze, Villefranche, Antibes and beyond

⏱️⏱️ VIDEO CHAPTERS ⏱️⏱️
00:00 Welcome to Nice – Your Complete Guide
01:22 Nice Essentials: Your Must-Do List
13:00 Vieux-Nice: Into the Heart of the City
25:56 Up on the Rooftops: Bars & Restaurants
33:31 Eat Like a Local: 10 Iconic Food Specialties
45:40 Shop Nice: Markets, Boutiques & Hidden Finds
54:48 Sleep Well: Hotels for Every Budget
1:10:00 Beyond Nice: 10 Unique Day Trips

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📍 Nice, France (https://maps.app.goo.gl/7TmZyaCRkHaYkyH58) is the gateway to the French Riviera (Côte d’Azur) and one of the most visited cities in France. Located between Monaco and Cannes, it combines Mediterranean beaches, a vibrant Old Town, world-class museums, and exceptional food — making it the perfect base for exploring this part of the South of France.

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► What are the best things to do in Nice? → Covered at 01:22
► What food should I try in Nice? → at 33:31
► Where should I stay in Nice? → at 54:48
► What day trips can I do from Nice? → at 1:10:00
► Is Nice a good base for the French Riviera? → Yes — Monaco, Cannes, Antibes and Èze are all within 30–60 minutes.

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