The vibrant heart of Nice with the famous Place Masséna, Promenade des Anglais, and Old Town.

About Nice City Centre (Place Masséna)

Place Masséna is the grand central square of Nice and the natural starting point for exploring the city. Framed by elegant red-ochre Italianate buildings with arcaded ground floors, the square connects the Old Town (Vieux Nice) to the north with the Promenade du Paillon gardens and the beachfront Promenade des Anglais to the south.

Vieux Nice is a maze of narrow, colorful streets filled with Baroque churches, local restaurants serving socca (chickpea flatbread) and salade niçoise, and the vibrant Cours Saleya market where flower sellers and food vendors create a daily spectacle. The Castle Hill (Colline du Château) at the eastern edge offers panoramic views over the Baie des Anges and the distinctive terracotta rooftops.

Nice's cultural scene rivals much larger cities, with the Matisse Museum, Marc Chagall National Museum, and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art all within easy reach. The famous Promenade des Anglais stretches for 7 km along the pebbly beach, perfect for evening strolls as the sun sets over the Mediterranean.

Nearby Landmarks

Promenade des Anglais Vieux Nice Castle Hill Cours Saleya Market Matisse Museum

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost €25-35 (~$27-38)
Time 20-30 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost €15-25 (~$16-27)
Time 20-30 minutes

Terminal 2 arrivals pick-up area

Train (Tram Line 2)

Cost €2
Time 25 minutes
Frequency Every 6-10 minutes

Step-by-Step Directions

Follow signs to Tram from terminal. Line 2 runs directly from airport to Jean Médecin in city center. Buy tickets at tram stop machines.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi €25-35 (~$27-38) 20-30 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare €15-25 (~$16-27) 20-30 minutes Budget-conscious, app users
Train €2 25 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

Tram Line 2 operates until approximately midnight. After that, taxis are available outside both airport terminals 24/7, costing around €20-30 to the city center at night. Uber operates in Nice but availability can be limited late at night. There are no night buses to the airport.

Luggage Tips

Tram Line 2 has designated luggage areas in each car, making it comfortable for travelers with suitcases. The tram floor is level with the platform, so rolling luggage on and off is easy. Buses also have some luggage space but can be crowded during tourist season.

Accessibility

Tram Line 2 is fully wheelchair accessible with level boarding at all stations. The airport terminals have accessible pathways to the tram stop. Taxis can accommodate folding wheelchairs. Nice city center is largely flat along the seafront, though Old Town has some cobblestoned streets.