Get lost in the steets of old town Nice 🌐🧭

#hellohalloween 🌸 Nice old town (Vieux Nice) guide 📍 location vieux nice sits just behind the promenade des anglais, stretching from cours saleya up to the base of Castle Hill. it’s the heart of the city, full of winding streets, pastel buildings, and mediterranean charm. --- 🏛️ what to see * wander through streets like rue du marché, rue droite, and rue de la préfecture — full of color, balconies, and hanging laundry. * visit cathédrale sainte-réparate, a lovely baroque cathedral in the main square. * stop by cours saleya, the main market square with flowers, local produce, and food stalls (antiques on mondays). * climb up Castle Hill (colline du château) for a beautiful view of the old town and sea. --- ☕ cafés to relax * café des fleurs: right on cours saleya, perfect for coffee and people-watching. * paper plane café: a peaceful brunch spot with smoothies and avocado toast. * emilie’s and the cool kids: fun café with pancakes, juices, and a beachy vibe. * le coin quot: small, cozy, and great for croissants and morning coffee. --- 🛍️ shops and markets * marché aux fleurs cours saleya: the famous flower and food market, full of colors and scents. * maison auer: beautiful old sweet shop with candied fruit and chocolates. * la maison de l’olive: local olive oils, tapenades, and souvenirs. * molinard parfumerie: boutique perfumery with classic provençal fragrances. * le marché provençal: lovely for lavender, soaps, and handmade crafts. --- 🍝 where to eat * rossettisserie: local favorite for niçois food and roasted meats. * bistrot d’antoinette: simple, tasty mediterranean dishes. * oliviera: charming restaurant with dishes built around different olive oils. * la petite maison: lively and elegant, perfect for a nice evening out. --- 🍦 don’t miss * fenocchio glacier: iconic ice cream shop with over 90 flavors — try lavender, rose, or tiramisu. * socca from chez pipo or renoir: local chickpea pancake, crispy and delicious. --- 🌙 evening vibe as night falls, vieux nice comes alive with music, chatter, and warm lights. stop for a glass of wine at shapko bar for live music or les distilleries idéal for cocktails. take a short walk afterward to the promenade des anglais and watch the city glow by the sea. --- 💛 tip morning light and late afternoon are the best times to explore. wear comfy shoes — the cobblestones and little alleys are part of the magic.