Discover Nice’s 200 best spots for a Couples' trip

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Lose yourself in Vieux Nice, the ochre-hued old town tucked behind the seafront. Wander narrow lanes and baroque churches, browse the market streets, and settle into a lively square for a meal or evening drink.

Koyo Nice

★ 4.9 · 101 reviews

Reserve a seat at Koyo Nice for an intimate omakase evening led by the chef. Work through a series of precise, original courses in a cosy room with attentive, personable service.

Sunset Boat Tour with Wine and Local Snacks

★ 4.9 · 693 reviews

Catch the sunset with wine in hand on this evening boat tour from Nice. Swim in Villefranche Bay, nibble local snacks, and watch the sky colour near Cap de Nice.

Le Plongeoir

★ 4.3 · 5,167 reviews

Discover Le Plongeoir, the Mediterranean restaurant perched on a rock above Nice's harbour. Order a cocktail or a set menu and watch the sea light shift from your table over the water.

La dolce vita' in an electric vehicle

★ 4.9 · 255 reviews

Drive the Riviera in style in a tiny electric Topolino or Ami Buggy. Follow your live guide along the coast, stopping at viewpoints, for snacks and, on one route, a swim.

Opéra de Nice

★ 4.5 · 2,812 reviews

Take your place at the Opéra de Nice, an 1885 landmark of the city's performing arts scene. Watch an opera, ballet or symphony concert inside its ornate, tiered auditorium.

Épicentre Nice

★ 4.9 · 478 reviews

Discover Épicentre, a small fine-dining address by Nice's port. Take a seat at the kitchen bar and follow precise, intentional plates paired with a thoughtfully curated wine list.

Fondation Maeght

★ 4.6 · 4,056 reviews

Climb to Fondation Maeght, the hilltop museum above Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Wander between galleries and open-air courtyards to see Calder, Miró and Chagall works, then break for a meal in the garden restaurant.

Le Negresco

★ 4.6 · 6,732 reviews

Step into Le Negresco, the grand seafront hotel that anchors the Promenade des Anglais. Admire the historic, characterful interiors and, if the mood strikes, settle in for an evening cocktail in its sophisticated bar.

ONICE

★ 4.7 · 471 reviews

Step into ONICE, a quiet French dining room in Nice made for special evenings. Sit down to a carefully paced dinner in soft light, with dishes that reviewers call excellent throughout.

Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

★ 4.7 · 10,395 reviews

Visit Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, a seaside villa on Cap Ferrat wrapped in nine themed gardens. Tour its furnished rooms, then wander the terraces and garden styles with the Mediterranean in view.

Le Chantecler

★ 4.5 · 336 reviews

Dine at Le Chantecler, a Michelin-starred room dressed in 18th-century opulence with a live pianist. Settle in for a multi-course evening of precisely composed dishes and attentive service.

N Les Bars - Le Negresco

★ 4.2 · 177 reviews

Discover N Les Bars, tucked inside the legendary Hôtel Negresco in Nice. Take a seat among the paintings and sculptures and enjoy champagne, a cocktail or a pastry in grand historic surroundings.

L'Aromate Nice

★ 4.4 · 172 reviews

Discover L'Aromate, a tiny Michelin-starred table tucked away in Nice. Settle in for an unhurried evening of delicate courses, the much-praised sardine tart and carefully matched wines.

Flaveur

★ 4.4 · 431 reviews

Plan a long, unhurried evening at Flaveur, the two-Michelin-star French table where every course is presented like a small work of art. Linger over a multi-course menu in a refined setting made for celebrations.

Influence - restaurant gastronomique à Nice

★ 4.7 · 693 reviews

Discover Influence, a modern gastronomic address where exposed brick frames refined French cooking. Work through a creative tasting menu, with foie gras among the highlights, before the night is over.

Les Agitateurs - restaurant gastronomique

★ 4.8 · 1,516 reviews

Discover Les Agitateurs, Nice's gastronomic restaurant where Japanese and French cooking meet. Settle in for a multi-course meal of creatively plated dishes, paired with a well-chosen wine list.

Jardin Exotique d’Èze

★ 4.7 · 10,899 reviews

Climb to the Jardin Exotique d'Èze, a clifftop succulent garden crowning a medieval village. Follow the terraced paths past cacti and sculptures, and pause at the lookouts above the Mediterranean.

La Réserve de Nice

★ 4.5 · 1,616 reviews

Treat yourself at La Réserve de Nice, where an art deco dining room looks straight out over the sea. Linger over refined French plates and watch the light change from the bay windows.

Self-Drive electric Car with Guide and Scenic Views

★ 5.0 · 252 reviews

Drive an open-top electric car along the French Riviera behind a guide. Stop at Fort Alban and pass the villas of Cap Ferrat.

Colline du Château

★ 4.7 · 25,892 reviews

Climb Colline du Château for the best panorama over Nice's Old Town, port and sea. Follow the paths up past the waterfall, pause at the viewpoints, and stop at the cafe before heading back down.

Bocca Mar

★ 4.6 · 7,935 reviews

Spend a slow day at Bocca Mar, Nice's polished Mediterranean beach club. Order fresh seafood, linger over drinks with the sea in front of you, and watch the evening light warm the buildings along the coast.

The Sunset: Villefranche-sur-Mer

★ 4.6 · 361 reviews

Watch the day fade from the deck of the Mayba catamaran on The Sunset: Villefranche-sur-Mer. Paddleboard or snorkel in the bay, then sip a punch as the coastline glows.

Racines

★ 4.8 · 144 reviews

Discover Racines, Nice's fully vegetarian Michelin-starred table. Work through a generous multi-course tasting menu of fresh, carefully composed plant-based dishes, with a wine pairing if you wish.

Port Lympia

★ 4.7 · 1,225 reviews

Stroll around Port Lympia, Nice's colourful harbour lined with pastel facades. Watch fishing boats and yachts bob in the basin, and settle at a quayside spot for a slow look at the waterfront.

Panoramic Riviera guided Tour by bus

★ 4.9 · 1,554 reviews

See the French Riviera from an open-top electric trike with a local guide. Stop at Fort Alban and Cap Ferrat for views over the coast.

Marché Aux Fleurs - Cours Saleya - Nice

★ 4.5 · 5,375 reviews

Wander the Marché aux Fleurs on Cours Saleya, Nice's colourful morning market. Stroll past stalls of fresh flowers, local produce and handmade souvenirs, and sample Niçois street food as you go.

Fine Gueule

★ 4.5 · 2,138 reviews

Settle into Fine Gueule's leafy courtyard for a French dinner that guests remember long after the trip. Share a crudo, choose between duck or veal, and finish with the seasonal fruit tart.

Wine Tasting at a Historic Château in a Land Rover

★ 4.9 · 384 reviews

Discover Château de Crémat on a ride from Nice port in a vintage 1995 Land Rover. Wander the château gardens, then settle into a sommelier-led tasting of six regional wines.

Bellanda Tower

★ 4.8 · 965 reviews

Climb to Bellanda Tower for a free lookout over Nice's curving bay. Walk up from the Promenade des Anglais and take in the beach, coastline and sea breeze from the top.