The most recognisable view of Nice in the South of France is its sweeping Promenade des Anglais lined with palm trees and set against the idyllic backdrop of the azure blue Mediterranean Sea. As the largest city on the French Riviera (Cote d'Azur), Nice has been a popular destination for the jet set of Europe for more than 125 years. Visitors and residents include royalty, world-famous artists, award-winning authors and A-list actors. It is one of the places to see and be seen. Welcome to Nice - Culture - Orientation - When to Visit - Recommended Sightseeing & Activities - Old Town (Vieux Nice) - Palais Lascaris - Place Massena - Palais Massena - Russian Cathedral - Promenade des Anglais - Promenade du Paillon - Castle Hill - Phoenix Flora Park - Musee Matisse - Musee National Marc Chagall - Cimiez Convent (Monastere de Cimiez) - Roman Ruins at Cimiez - Cote d'Azur Observatory - Saint Jean Cap-Ferrat - Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild - Train des Pignets - Recommended Budget Accommodation - Hotel d'Ostende - Hotel Trocadero - Hotel Rossetti - Anis Hotel - Villa Saint Exupery Garden & Beach - Recommended Budget Dining - Le Lodge Restaurant - Chez Papa Fred Restaurant - Lou Pilha Leva Restaurant - Le Maquis Restaurant - Cafe Gecko Restaurant - Recommended Shopping - Cours Saleya Flower Market - Boutique Fragonard - Maison Auer - Hit Import - Other Shopping Highlights"