Treat yourself to a break in one of the most beautiful cities in France, namely Nice. Before you leave for your journey, book yourself cheap car rental. Nice enjoys a prime position overlooking the magnificent Mediterranean Sea in the south of France and is the fifth largest city in the country. The area also holds much historical significance as it is believed to be one of the oldest human settlements in the world. The city changed hands on a number of occasions due to the port and excellent location, and was an Italian dominion before becoming part of France in 1860. Nice is considered to be one of the most scenic parts of France and is the second most popular destination in the country, behind Paris. This cosmopolitan city has just about everything you could ask for including a mild Mediterranean climate, historic sites, world-class shopping facilities and an array of attractions. Once you have secured cheap car rental in Nice, here are some of the activities you can look forward to:
- Promenade des Anglais: Soak up the sights, sounds and atmosphere of the city at this seaside promenade. Locals use the scenic strip for cycling and rollerblading, vendors sell fresh crepes and blue chairs provide the perfect place to sit down and listen to the sounds of the waves. A variety of seaside restaurants are all close by as well as places where you can enjoy a cocktail while gazing out over the water.
- Vieux Nice (Old Nice): Walk through the narrow streets of Vieux Nice and shop for everything from household items and souvenirs to wine and trendy clothing. Visitors can dine at an array of restaurants as well as let their hair down at any of the bars and nightclubs.
- Le Chateau: Although there may not be much left of a castle besides a few ruins, a trip up this hill is still a must when in Nice. Once at the top, you will be treated to magnificent panoramic views of the city and sea below. You can either take the 200 odd steps to the top or take a quick ride up on the elevator.
- Russian Cathedral: This is just one of the many links to the past of this area. The Russian aristocracy used to breakaway to this French Riviera city and this is just one of the many marks that they left behind.
- Nice Archaeology Museum and Roman Ruins: Ancient Romans were also at home in Nice, and ruins of a Roman arena and bathhouses are just next to the museum.
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