Whatever you choose to do on your holiday, you are sure to find a huge range of indoor activities across Nice. From relaxation to culture and sports, there is something for everyone, every ability and every age in Nice. Check out the selection of things to do below for some holiday inspiration!
Indoor Activities in Nice
Discover the top Nice indoor activities
Badminton
You can find indoor badminton courts in many of the sport centres all around Nice.
Basketball
Many of the sport centres around Nice have facilities to play basketball.
Cinema
Catch the latest films and releases in Nice on your holiday. Look out for VOST for English speaking films.
Fitness and swimming in Nice
There are modern and complete gyms in Nice to try and keep fit while on vacation. Many hotels also offer fitness facilities.
Sports & Fitness in Nice
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Leader Fitness Club, St Laurent du Var
Large sport centre with weight rooms, a spinning room & classes
Located in St Laurent du Var between Nice and Antibes, this fitness club is run in a friendly and sporting atmosphere. Free parking makes access to the facility very easy.
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Bikram Yoga
Bikram yoga's 26 postures in Nice
Classes of bikram yoga's 26 postures take place in a heated classroom every day in the port area of Nice. English speaking Yoga instructors.
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Tropic Gym Fitness Club
Free weights, cardiovascular & fitness classes in the heart of Nice
Located close to the famous Promenade des Anglais, this sports centre provides all the modern equipment necessary to shape the body.
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Vesubia Mountain Park, Saint-Martin-Vesubie
Europe's first indoor mountain park for climbing, swimming & canyoning
Indoor fun for all the family, regardless of the weather on the outside. The new centre provides a unique experience for those wanting to try caving, canyoning and climbing.
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Casa Atma Yoga 
Casa Atma Yoga
Yoga classes for all ages with qualified teachers in the heart of Nice
Experienced and friendly teachers welcome students and yogis of all ages and levels of proficiency to explore their body with a sense of wonder and deep respect.
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Complexe Jean Bouin Sports Centre
Multisports centre in the heart of Nice with a swimming pool & ice rink
Sports complex offering swimming, aquaerobics, ice skating, ice hockey and a variety of gym classes and training programs.
Indoor climbing
Climbing Sports & Fitness in Nice
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Vesubia Mountain Park, Saint-Martin-Vesubie
Europe's first indoor mountain park for climbing, swimming & canyoning
Indoor fun for all the family, regardless of the weather on the outside. The new centre provides a unique experience for those wanting to try caving, canyoning and climbing.
Museums & Galleries
Nice has a wide range of museums and galleries to keep visitors entertained. From historical buildings and churches to very important art collections, including those dedicated to artists that lived locally like Matisse, Renoir or Giuliano Mancini. The region also offers archaeological sites, history museums and exhibitions dedicated to typical products like perfumes or gastronomy.
Shopping
Nice is not as famous as its neighbours for its luxury, but the shopping is nonetheless good with major clothing chains, some excellent food stores and markets and a growing selection of boutique gift shops offering something a little different.
Spas and massages in Nice
If it is calm and relaxation you are after then head to a luxury day spa or book in for massage therapies and beauty treatments. A day spa is also the perfect activity when the weather turns. You can revive aching muscles in saunas, steam rooms and jacuzzis, try out the latest beauty treatments or take a refreshing dip in a swimming pool.
Spas in Nice
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Le Mas de Pierre Spa, St-Paul de Vence
Serene spa sanctuary with private treatment suites and garden views
This wellness space blends Provençal elegance with exclusive treatments, featuring a private hammam and outdoor jacuzzi for couples.
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Spa Saint-Martin, Vence
A spa in the beautiful town of Vence
This spa is located in the Château Saint-Martin Hotel. They have a large treatments menu to choose from, including face and body services, a fitness centre and yoga lessons.
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Spa Maria Galland
Luxury spa at La Reserve de Beaulieu hotel
The spa welcomes you for a moment of all-round well-being and relaxation you would only expect to find on a transatlantic cruise - once on board, you will find a hammam (steam room), a jacuzzi, a fitness room and ten cabins dedicated to relaxation and body care for men and women.
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Le Spa at Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Luxury spa on the tip of Cap-Ferrat
Superbly spacious at 750 square metres, the facility features five lavish treatment rooms, including a luxury VIP suite for couples, as well as two outdoor treatment pavilions with mesmerising Mediterranean views.
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Cap Estel Spa, Eze
A sanctuary of peace combining modern technology with traditional skill
This spa 2 heated pools and an outdoor jacuzzi with wonderful views of the sea, as it is located in the Cap Estel Hotel, on a peninsula. They also have a sauna and steam room, plus a huge range of beauty treatments with Sothys skin care products.
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Deep Nature Spa
Luxury spa at a 5-star hotel in Nice
Located at the luxurious Hotel Exedra Boscolo in Nice's central boulevard, this spa offers a wide range of treatments and massages.
Squash
Play squash whilst you're in Nice either during winter or summer. Normally located in the main sports centre, you should be able to rent all you need on site. Alternatively some of the hotels or spas have their own squash courts too.
Yoga
There are multiple places where you can practice yoga in Nice. From sports centres to spas and fitness facilities, you're sure to find a place to relax, stretch and find your balance.
