The Alps self-guided motorbike tour
A bike trip for advanced riders, where you can enjoy some of the most scenic roads of the French Alps.

© Mercure Nice Promenade des Anglais

© Mercure Nice Promenade des Anglais

© Mercure Nice Promenade des Anglais

© Mercure Nice Promenade des Anglais
In the heart of Nice, right next to the beaches & Nice Acropolis Convention Centre
The 4-star Mercure Nice Promenade des Anglais is situated at the top of the Promenade des Anglais overlooking the sea and is perfect for business travel or getaways as a couple.
You'll be bowled over by the contemporary, non-smoking rooms in the peaceful courtyard, with views of the city, garden or sea. Enjoy the comfort and quality services of the hotel. Whether for business or pleasure, the Mercure Nice Promenade des Anglais has everything you need.
Fully renovated in calming tones, the rooms help you to relax. Choose the peaceful designer patio room, the room with balcony offering an impressive view of the city or the Albert the First Gardens, or the sea view room with balcony. Enjoy a unique experience by choosing a Luxury Room overlooking the sea with a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean from the bed.
A bike trip for advanced riders, where you can enjoy some of the most scenic roads of the French Alps.
This company is based in Nice and offers a wide range of road bikes.
Enjoy a wonderful, peaceful and fume-free journey along the French Riviera on a solar powered motor boat with a professional skipper.
A fantastic way to experience the breathtaking scenery of the South of France.
Enjoy a wonderful, peaceful and fume-free journey along the French Riviera on a solar powered motor boat with a professional skipper.
Experience the French Riviera your way with 212 yachts, using one of their sample itineraries or with a specialised itinerary created just for you, based on what you like and don't like, as well as their own expertise.
The jewel in the crown of La Réserve de Beaulieu hotel is this gastronomic restaurant which has one Michelin star.
In a Regency-style dining room decorated with magnificent 18th century woodwork, Jean-Denis Rieubland proposes two menus, "Découverte" and "Chantecler".
Small restaurant near Promenade Anglais that has been nicely refitted with a great decor and the open kitchen lets you see the chefs cooking.
In an animated street in the Vieux Nice area, not far from the Place Rossetti, enjoy the traditional family cooking in a friendly atmosphere and picturesque location.
This private beach club is where style meets luxury and offers a wonderful family-friendly experience.
Located a few minutes from Old Nice, the Corniche Fleurie, the Airport and Central Business of Arenas, Le Mesclun, welcomes you in a modern room with a pleasant view of the Promenade des Anglais and the Mediterranean Sea.
It is this eclectic and cosmopolitan atmosphere which makes it a place very "French Riviera".
Recently celebrating its 16th anniversary this is certainly the place to be in Nice for a gay-friendly and party atmosphere!
This local and friendly wine bar is the perfect place to stop for a midday snack or to try some of the local wines from the region.
The wine cellar specialises in rare wines and old vintages while the restaurant sits 45 people.
Located in Vieux Nice, this bar serves breakfast, lunch, tapas and drinks. A great place to soak up the sun while enjoying a meal.
The ground floor with Its welcoming bar and the main room, then the mezzanine for a more intimate space and finally its back room is a discotheque.
This long stretch of pebble beach in Nice runs along the Baie des Anges and is backed by the Promenade des Anglais.
The name might sound a bit intimidating but Bains Militaires is actually quite a nice quiet beach, away from the hustle and bustle of Nice centre.
This public beach sits at the western end of the Promenade des Anglais and is situated near the Lenval hospital.
The glamorously named Coco Beach is more of a launchpad into the deep blue sea than a true beach.
Plage de Carras is a well-equipped “handiplage”, which has facilities and lifeguards to enable people with disabilities to enter the water safely.
Plage de la Darse is a secret beach, hidden from view and discretely signposted. It never gets very busy because so few people know that it’s there - so keep it on the down-low if you plan to head here.
Founded as a photographic studio in 1958, and opened as a gallery in 1972, Jean Ferrero exhibited works from the School of Nice and the New Realism genre.
Opened to unprecedented acclaim in 1929, Le Palais de la Méditerranée instantly became a showcase of luxury and inter-war celebration.
This delightful public park in the city centre runs from Place Massena, linking the Promenade des Anglais to the old town of Vieux Nice. Developed during the late 1800’s, Jardin Albert 1er is one of Nice’s oldest public gardens; a large lawn in the centre is surrounded by palm trees, fragrant roses, carob trees, junipers as well as various plants from Japan, China, the Americas, Australia and the Himalayas.
Handily located on the Promenade des Anglais, Villa Masséna is a wonderful example of Belle Epoque architecture.
Nice’s flagship urban park covers 12 hectares in the heart of the city, just a few minutes walk from Promenade des Anglais. Promenade du Paillon used to be a very congested and rather ugly thoroughfare where the old bus station and multi storey car park were situated. It was demolished in 2011 and a 3 year development project took place to turn it into the oasis of green open space, safe play areas and impressive water features that we enjoy today.
This vibrant square sits in the centre of old Nice and hosts markets every day of the week.
High up above the hot crowds of Nice is a tranquil oasis with shady trees, panoramic views and, if you’re lucky, a cool breeze. Off the typical tourist trail, Cimiez lies about 2km north east of the centre of Nice.
Cap de Nice and Mont Boron is a peaceful exclusive area to the east of Nice and is a mix of affluent residential properties and a national park.
Just to the east of Nice lies the coastal town of Villefranche-sur-Mer; with its little cobblestone lanes and 16th century citadel.
Sitting on a beautiful rocky peninsula of pine trees and palms just to the east of Nice is Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. This area is the epitome of elegance and old Riviera glamour: from the small, chic harbour to the palatial gated villas and magnificent gardens of celebrities, oligarchs and famous family dynasties.
Beaulieu-sur-Mer is filled with Belle Époque buildings, cafés and restaurants.
Just the other side of the airport to Nice, Saint-Laurent-du-Var has been brought bang up to date in recent years.
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See allLatest News & ReviewsYou will not be short of entertainment in this beautiful French Riviera town throughout the year. The most popular public events take place along the Promenade des Anglais, including the Carnival in February, the Bastille celebrations in July and the Nice marathon in November. There are also plenty of live music and cultural festivals.
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