About

Situated on the French Riviera, Nice traces its heritage back to Roman antiquity. This ethnically diverse seaside resort is a popular holiday destination. It features ancient ruins, heritage architecture and interesting museums. The unofficial capital of the Cote d’Azur, the city boasts year-round sunshine, stunning landscapes and scenic beaches. Along with the enticing Old Town, there are fabulous markets and chic restaurants. The city’s Mediterranean climate produces hot dry summers with temperatures in the 80s and mild winters that stay above freezing.

Getting to and from Nice

Cote d’Azur International Airport is situated approximately 6 kilometers southwest of the city center. The third-busiest airport in the country, it is located at the western terminus of the waterfront Promenade des Anglais. Arrivals and departures in good weather offer wonderful views of the French coast. The Nice-Saint-Agustin train station is a 15-minute walk from the terminal. Regularly scheduled bus service connects the airport to the Nice-Riquier bus station and the Gare de Nice-Ville railway station. Buses depart from Terminal 1 every half-hour and take approximately 20 minutes. Passengers can purchase tickets from the driver.