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Just traveled to France for the first time and ended up staying in Cannes instead of nice and regretted it, while Cannes is nice too but there was SO much more to do in nice and ended up loving it more.
@@camdendavid - Cannes, pronounced “Can” like a Can of Campbell’s French Onion Soup - not like Con, as in Con Artist - LOL - just in-case for future videos… Cannes is more posh like Saint-Tropez. Nice is bigger & so has more to offer; but both towns have their own uniqueness… ❤️ your videos ❤️
@jellybeanparis584 but Cannes has the better beach, I was there and it was pure sand..Nice has beaches that are just stones and it's not what anyone would desire as there are so many locations in the world with pure sand..I also was told the stones are part of the reason the water looks so azure blue.
château = “sha” (like shack) “toe” …study the language, my friend: the people of France appreciate it - I’ve been given free glasses of wine for the effort. Not saying it’ll always happen, but it feels more immersive and there’s some kind of mutual respect. C’est bien! Merci pour ton vidéo.
I live in Nice. Best thing if you take the tram from the airport, do not buy the ticket at the airport. Get off at Grand Arena's, and buy your ticket there, you will save money. Also the airport to grand Arena's is free. Please do come off season, you will have a great experience and you won't melt during the summer months.
yes, good tip. We arrived yesterday to the Airport and all tourists were a little bit surprised for a high price of the ticket just from the Airport! 10 EUR. But from Grand Arena it costs only 1,70 EUR /person to get to the city by tram.
Wow as a Niçois, i've gotta say that you've nailed it in the head with everything ! Couldn't explain Nice better than you, even as a local myself. Awesome job & Thank you so much for liking our region ! Take care :D
I live in Nice, and I'm glad you encourage people to come in the off peak season. The trains cannot accomodate the work commuters and the tourists during the summer months, especially when tourists take the trains during rush hours. Many people are left on the platform, and commuters working in Monaco are becoming increasingly tired of the struggle to even make it on the train to get to work. Also beware of pickpockets on the tram and the trains. They take advantage of the moment you board to pick your pockets, so be aware. I've tried to warn people but I've seen so many people lose their valuables 😓
If you want to venture further in to Italy the train will take you to the Cinque Terre, a world heritage group of 5 classic villages hugging the cliffs of the Ligurian Sea south of Genoa. Definitely worth at least one overnight stay. You did an excellent job exploring Nice. Thank you.
I am an american Living in the French Riviera have visited everything ( except restaurants and cafes) you mentioned and I could not agree more with you with your recommendations
Every time I see videos like this, I always wonder why no one ever mentions bus #600/601. It's only €2.50 and it goes from Nice all the way to Menton along the coastal road and is an absolutely beautiful ride, with stops in pretty much every single city along the coast, including Eze, Villefranche, Cap d'Ail, and Monaco. It takes about 2 hours end to end, but it's more appealing than the train, which often goes through mountains and has no views. It's a good way to see a lot of the little towns along the Cote d'Azur without renting a car. Also, completely agree about Menton -- I absolutely hated it and would have left about 2 days in had I not rented a nonrefundable apartment for the month. Anyway, great video! Thank you for sharing.
Notes from a local: It takes 2x the time of the train and has a lot of turns so be prepared It doesnt pass through Eze (only accessible with bus 82 that is packed) but rather the beach of Eze where then don’t even think on climbing to the village during summer its a whole trekking path, solution is to wait for another bus to take you there
Yours is one of the best travel videos we've ever watched. Full of real, useful information - as opposed to many ego-inflating videos that appear on RUclips. Thanks.
Totally agree. I just got here from half watching another cliche Nice video because I couldn't stand the cliche - yours is so much more real, detail oriented, and gives a real tourist's perspective.
You do a really great job with this travel guide! Just remember that Nice is France's third most "dangerous" city, so just be aware of suspicious activity, and keep your personal belonging away from pickpockets. Don't flash expensive watches and jewelry after dark, and be aware of scams
If you’re looking for specialty coffee, Cafés Indien isn't it. You want to head to La Claque, which currently has the best coffee in Nice. Another great option is Brume, which has a bit more room and serves lovely food. Both are in Old Town and have WiFi. Another place for proper coffee, but a bit further north, is Café Fino (also has WiFi). As for where to stay, don’t go anywhere but the Port or the area around Place Garibaldi/Place du Pin. For tourists, these are the best neighborhoods in Nice and nothing else should be considered. The tram will take you directly there from the airport (they are respectively the last two stops).
We visited in the fall and I echo some of your recommendations accept Menton. Next to EZE it was a highlight. We day hiked up the hill into Italy, walked right across the border, had brunch including Lemonchellos and walked down an amazing path/steps down to the sea with the most amazing views and then walked back to Menton along the sea. Amazing, took about 3 hours an absolutely stunning walk.
I can confirm that it’s a great video and advices because I visit French Riviera quite often. Speaking about Eze, I would say that there is even better place of the same vibe to visit. It is Saint Paul de Vence. It is bigger. And if you have a car you can visit a whole bunch of brautiful medieval little towns up the hills. And definitely, take all possible seaside walks, including Cap Ferrat and Antibes paths.
I visited Nice two summers ago and I am so happy you mentioned Eze! Eze was so lovely and there's even a perfume factory and museum near the bus stop I remember. They give you a tour and history of perfumery in France and let you sample the fragrances they make in house. I got my sister souvenirs from there!
For excellent coffee in Nice, I would check out La Claque in the Old Town, and Clay in the Place du Pin area and Cafe Fino in the Carabacel neighbourhood. In my opinion the best neighbourhood to stay in is Port Lympia. The tram from the airport drops you off right in the Port. It's also a stones throw from the Old City and every other place worth visiting.
Antibes is my hometown and I spend a lot of my time off in Nice, and I agree with most of your comments. I am not a big fan of Cannes (although the old part, "le Suquet" is very nice) or Monaco either. I would also recommend the "sentier des contrebandiers" which is the coastal path around Cap d'Antibes. You need good walking shoes and a few hours but the view is wonderful. I confirm, and love, that we can walk or take a train, a tram or a bus to almost anywhere in the area. And I did not count but don't worry about your pronunciation, this is quite cute actually. 😊
I appreciate you taking the time to share this. I'll have to spend some time visiting the sentier des contrebandiers during my next trip. Thanks for the recommendation and taking it easy on my pronunciations :)
We are in Nice right now and following most of your guidance. We're staying in old town. Saw an loved Eze yesterday. Thank you so much for all your helpful guidance.
My dude! I'm from Nice and you paint such an amazing portrait of this city, it's honestly bafling how well you understood this place. One comment: you did mention the Picasso museum in Antibes, but the Chagall, Matisse, and the photography museum are all must see.
Monaco is also quite exceptional. The aquarium is incredible. One can learn much of the history of marine science, scuba, and the explorations of Jaques Cousteau. Also, there are some beautiful gardens and the church where Prince Albert and Grace Kelly were married and are buried. The architect of the Casino, Garnier, the very same who designed the Palais d'Opéra à Paris. Your exposé was wonderful and very thorough. J'adore Nice.
Hint: the price of a year pass to the Monaco aquarium is the same as two single passes. There is an incredible rooftop restaurant and playground with kids on the roof. The aquarium itself is amazing, highly recommend. Phillip.
Agree with everything here EXCEPT: 1) Monaco is worth a visit to do the palace tour (Prince Grace's former home); 2) Cannes is actually a nice town with a large (free) public beach alongside the private one. It's worth walking up to the castle in the old town for spectacular views. Great vid by the way! :)
Great review and tips. But I need to add my two cents; we LOVED Menton! We went to one of the beach clubs and it was by far the best beach experience we had while on the riviera. The cove provided great swimming (o.k. technically floating on a raft-lounger) . And the views of the town were stunning! We never made over to Ventimiglia, but Menton had a definite Italian flair with some great restaurants and a lot of Italian speakers all around us. It sure felt like Italy 😊 It was absolutely beautiful, one of the highlights of our trip.
So glad to hear you had a great time in Menton! I wonder if visiting Ventimiglia influenced my perception of Menton -- Certainly possible. Thanks for sharing your experience :)
I live in Paris for one year exchange and was just planning a solo trip in south of france and i came across your video!! such great infos, merci beacoup :) subscribed
St. Paul de Venice is a beautiful hilltop village and we preferred it to Eze by far! Also, there is the train station near the airport (St. Augustin) and many hotels around that area…near Pheonix park and Les Arènes . We found that to be the most convenient area to stay. Thanks for all the other info!
My mother, aunt, grandmother, sister, and I are all headed to Nice this coming August and we all found your video incredibly insightful. We will definitely be following a lot of your tips mentioned. Sending love from Texas! ❤️
I visited Nice and surrounding villages this past July with my mom and your tips were so helpful. I had an amazing time. Villefranche was one of my favorite places. We spent our beach day there. I’m glad I didn’t skip it. We tried to get into La Cucina a few times, but you definitely have to get there early to secure a seat. Eze Village, Menton, Gorges du Verdon, Castellane, and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie are all magical places. ❤️
Menton is cool. I went there with my partner and her father. And we decided climb up some steps along the street and found how amazing it was. The steps keeps going and forking in different directions. We had a blast discovering the area all the way to the top. Along the side of the steps are houses and businesses. It was just unreal.
February is a lottery. The world famous carnival is that month so I remember the weather in February though that. Sometimes it's so hot you are playing tennis in your shorts in the sunshine, but I remember one where it was so windy that the carnival streamers ended up half way to the ski resorts. I got married that month in Nice and it was amazing sunshine every day but it's very unpredictable so you pays your money and you takes your choice. Phillip.
Thanks for mentioning that you were there in February. I noticed the jackets. I also travel in off season and so many videos are for summer. Appreciate your tips! Nicely done!
I would like to say thanks🙏🏾. I remember your face which reminded me of your Lisbon, Portugal video. Your tips and references were spot on. Lisbon was a wonderful visit.🍷
Thanks David. this info is so valuable. 🙏 A couple of questions, as we plan to go with our children this summer in August. -in small cities and villages are people speaking English, French and Italian? -would you be able to share the link for the local buses? -can we walk to the city of Antibes or is it better to take the bus? -any parks or indoor/outdoor playgrounds and entertaining activities you can recommend for families with children? -is there any sealife aquarium for our children to enjoy? -do they do short boat trips around the coast nearby cities and villages? -how far is the airport from the city centre? -as you mentioned that you visited Nice during February, how is the weather, is the water warm for the children to swim? what are the temperatures in February? We might consider going there next month because my daughter and I, we celebrate our birthdays in February. Again, thank you kindly for your time and help. 🤗
i am born and live in Nice and this a cool review, just want to add two small thing : -the mont boron has also a natural park you can hike there and it offer view on both side , one side is Nice , the other side you can see villefranche st jean cap ferrat, for reference the place is called 'le fort du mont alban' -st paul de vence is considered the best village around to visit with eze , it offer an amazing vibe and should be on your list if you comeback one day
Great video! As someone who knows Nice very well, I started watching this video with a little skepticism. But man, you nailed it! You even mentioned my favorite Rouge cafe and passed by the Olive et Artichaut 😍
What you missed in Menton, especially since you were there in February is the Fête Citron / The Lemon Festival. They are known for Menton lemons and their famed festival takes place about Feb 15 - March 2 every year. It is a wonderful place to see giant statues and scenes cover completely in lemons. They also have a parade with floats and fireworks (which requires tickets). The smell is so fragrant, and signals the coming of spring in the area. It is a very unique experience. It is also a good time to see the town as a whole at that time too. Just be aware that this can be rainy season in this region, so bring an umbrella or watch the weather forecast, as the entire event is outdoors.
In Cannes you can experience foreworks in the summer months, which are incredible. If you decode to go, you will have to arrive really early to reserve a spot on the beach, where you will hear the matching music.
And make sure you leave immediately after the fireworks end to book it to the train station. There’s only so many trains after that time of night before they’re done till morning and the other tourists get desperate (and pushy) too 😬😬 Otherwise be prepared to either hangout until 6am or take an Uber/Bolt back 😅
Italy and France...best markets in the world...love the border region of Italy and France...Napoleon was Italian and helped shape France as did the powerful Medici family of Florence...so many Italian influences in French culture over the centuries...when I visited Nice (used to named 'NIZZA'), many speak Italian and of course French and many I met had cousins who were Italian.
if anyone here is looking for nice walks, I would strongly recommend Saint-Jean--Cap-Ferrat for a walking daytrip!! you can take the bus form Place Massena to Port de Saint-Jean (?) and basically hike around the whole peninsula, which takes about 3 hours. i'd say most of the route is paved well, while some parts near the end are more like a rocky path. great views of the sea, some nature, a couple of houses and the rocky edges of the peninsula :)
Very good... Stayed in Nice a few times and Monte Carlo once. You are right about Eze-sur-mer...also add St Paul de Vence for another magical experience!
The Eze he is recommending is Eze-le-Village (on the hill). Eze-Sur-Mer is at the bottom and where you can catch the train almost immediately across the street from the bottom of the hiking trail. (Sur-Mer means “on the sea”)
I have been visiting French Riviera for years, I am telling you, you have to trust this guy, his ALL POINTS are great and right. Tend to disagree in one point only which is menton, nevertheless, this is the best brief I have seen ever about French Riviera which I know very cery well. Now I have to watch his other videos and use them as a reference when I travel.. COMPLETE TRUST from my side. Outstanding brief 10/10
No need to count the mispronunciations . They were ALL mispronunced. 😂 Great content though! I was born and raised in France until I was 19 then moved to the US in 1982. The last time I was in Nice I was 14 and I look forward to retiring in Nice very soon! Did I mention how great your content and energy is? Please keep at it! Thank you. 🙏🏻
Damn, I was hoping to get at least 1 correct haha :) I really appreciate the kind words and support. Hope you get to live out your retirement dream in Nice soon! And hope you've enjoyed your time in the US :)
Funny thing I lived in Nice for a year and a half as a student but I'm taking tips from you😅. How ironic is that? I love now in Paris and I miss the South so bad.
Please ignore the advice in the video on Menton (rhymes with Wonton) and Monaco! Both are worth a day trip. Take the bus to both from Nice for a scenic view.
My son and I stayed in the area Camden stayed in, but 5 minutes from the train station, the Excelsior hotel. I’m looking at a language immersion program next summer in liberation just north of the station.
Good job. Been there many times. Going back in Sept. Love the area. Travel by bus most of the time. Slower but runs right on coast so some beautiful scenery. Vacation. No rush! I love nice port. Great walk back to center.
Your pronunciations are mostly ok, don't worry too much about it ☺️. Thank you for making this video, as someone who's been living on the Côte d'Azur for several decades (mostly in Cannes and a bit in Nice during my studies), you did a great job and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Good catch on Monaco and Cannes, not much to see there indeed (and yes I live in Cannes). However there's the old town in Menton, and a nice sea-side walk on the Cap Martin next to Menton which are worth your time. But yes, Eze is the jewel of the coast ☺️. Glad you enjoyed your stay ☺️.
as a French living in Nice, I can confirm that your review is accurate. Monaco is overrated it’s plenty of wealthiest people, but mostly everything is high end luxury, so it’s not interesting for most people. And Menton is mostly a place for retired people and therefore it’s quiet, even way too quiet, not much animated place or fancy old village like the other places you mentioned. Great review again 👏🏻
Thanks a lot for the video, a lot of information! I only wish when you show the words longer on the screen, so that viewers can write down easier. We are going there this week from Canada, very useful, thanks.
Thanks for this chapter video and informations of Nice. I have been there, I have plan to go there in between on the fourth of Juni until first of July 2025. I would like to take my folding bike, and riding it to reduce my walks, because the reason I have tried my best to reduce the walk and burden of my weight to my right foot, ( I had OP Hallux Vagus on it , and it still needs more time to fully recover. Thanks! Kind regards, Siu Miming
as a french that lived in nice for his whole life and still lives in it i found this video so fun to watch because for me nice is sooo boring and you're amazed by everything haha
Monaco is interesting for a few things. there are punctual events every year like the grand prix and the tennis tournament (which actually takes place in France a few km from monaco). and there is a beautiful exotic garden and an ocean museum which are well worth the visit. (although the garden is momentarilly closed i think). Menton is known for the lemon festival that happens in the winter and which is very beautiful.
Thank you. Enjoyed this. Spent time in Ventimiglia staying on the beach. Was gorgeous… and Monaco was a nice day trip. Flew in and out of Nice but didn’t spend time there.
Just finished this video and watched a dozen others - you've found your calling! You give great over-views, suggestions on what to see, where to eat, etc. I'm from the US but living in Lisbon for 5 years, ready to make my move somewhere else, so your videos have helped add some and remove some cities from that list. Keep 'em coming!
Love to hear this! I appreciate the support and will certainly keep 'em coming haha. Are there any other topics you'd like me to include in future videos?
@@camdendavid Maybe keep in mind that some are viewing your videos in the hopes that they may not just visit there, but are considering moving there. A quick mention of the city's safety rank, annual weather or your take on night life would be great. But I understand that most are viewing as they consider visiting the city. Thanks!
You really need to mention Saint Paul de Vence. Far more interesting than Eze, another medieval location. This is an art lovers dream. I too have no feel to visit Menton. I absolutely loved Famiglia, Italy. I went on a friday & was as blown away as you!!!! Agree about Ville de Franche. You also failed to mention all the antique shops, museums and great shopping in Nice. Also, so many other towns along the coast heading toward Italy for beaches, strolls, hikes, etc
Truly informative. Was recommended by a friend who lives near Cannes. Looking forward to visiting the area in September. Also appreciate the comments (except the ones ragging on you).
Great review. This is very helpful especially when I’m heading to Nice in a couple of days. Look forward to it now as some of your tips has helped immensely. Cheers.
Awesome Video for first timers!! I loved it ! My fiance and I watched so many videos clips and yours was by far the best . .. clean, cut to the chase , loved the do's!!!
Excellent video! I have just come back from a trip through the French Riviera. We started in Nice, then went to Antibes, Cannes, Cavalaire-sur-Mer (which was incredible , stayed at a Boutique Hotel called La Calanque where my boyfriend proposed!) from there we went to St Tropez, Monaco and then back to Nice. Completely agree with your comments about Monaco and Cannes. We drove through Eze and the views were incredible. Some great tips for when I return to Nice again. Thanks!
I soooo Loved Nice and the surrounding areas. Your video brought back so many memories. I was there almost 20 years ago, when they were building the tram system. I liked it so much, I spent almost four years there! Oh, soca ( it's pronounced with a long "o", like rhymes with "mocha" ) and Cannes, should rhyme with Hannes ( like Han Solo ! LoL ) . Glad u'll had a GREAT time :)
Hello Thanks for your video. We have been to the area and are planning to go again. We will have to take the trip the Eze it looks very interesting. Just wanted to mention to you that we stayed in Menton at a wonderful Airbnb and we really loved to town. It is very interesting and there is a monument to the women who fought in the Resistance. That was our experience anyway. Happy travels stay safe.
Thanks! Great summary. Your thoughts on Monaco & Cannes - same! Wish local transit was as efficient. And St Tropez (bit bougie but still nice) isn't too far past Cannes either. Oct & April is NIce- spot on. Merci.
Thanks for video! I am in Nice just a first day. We have an accommodation in Port Lympia. Nice place ! And I plan to go for a jog first morning to the Promenade (beach) you talked about. Let's see!
Hi, Can you let me know more about Mentón?, in terms of special places to stay in, things to keep in mind, hotels, but above all prices of restaurants and accommodations
This is a really helpful video full of useful tips - thank you! I’m considering moving to Nice and your suggestions are inline with everything I’ve researched so far. Nice job… maybe just a little work needed with the pronunciations 😊
Thanks for the run down on Nice. I spend a few months a year in Beaulieu-sur-Mer (right next to Villefranche-sur-Mer). I agree with you on Monaco and Cannes. The Jean Cocteau museum in Menton is worth a visit and I like the promenade to walk and have a coffee. I am going to visit Saint Tropez via ferry from Nice and also visit the Ventimiglia market. Looks interesting.
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Where can you buy fake football shirts in Nice france????
6:49 in Italian, the ci makes a "chi" sound as in Gucci. So the Italian restaurant is really pronounced La Cuchinia
@@CaptainSn7897-tc6co Ahhh, thanks for this!
Great Info i just décide now to visit Nice 👍
Just traveled to France for the first time and ended up staying in Cannes instead of nice and regretted it, while Cannes is nice too but there was SO much more to do in nice and ended up loving it more.
Thanks for sharing this. Hope you still had a great time staying in Cannes :)
@@camdendavid - Cannes, pronounced “Can” like a Can of Campbell’s French Onion Soup - not like Con, as in Con Artist - LOL - just in-case for future videos… Cannes is more posh like Saint-Tropez. Nice is bigger & so has more to offer; but both towns have their own uniqueness… ❤️ your videos ❤️
Dont worry bro I live also in Cannes if you your free we can have a coffee
Dont worry bro I live also in Cannes if you your free we can have a coffee
@jellybeanparis584 but Cannes has the better beach, I was there and it was pure sand..Nice has beaches that are just stones and it's not what anyone would desire as there are so many locations in the world with pure sand..I also was told the stones are part of the reason the water looks so azure blue.
Ha! “Shat-too” for “chateau” gave me a giggle
🥴 Un jour peut-être apprendre un peu de français. How about that? 😏
But he admits and apologizes for it.
Points to him.
château = “sha” (like shack) “toe”
…study the language, my friend: the people of France appreciate it - I’ve been given free glasses of wine for the effort. Not saying it’ll always happen, but it feels more immersive and there’s some kind of mutual respect. C’est bien! Merci pour ton vidéo.
@@notsoanonymous686 always put forth a little effort to learn at least a few phrases when traveling. The natives appreciate it.
It’s the Pano tchokolate for Pain au chocolat for me
I live in Nice. Best thing if you take the tram from the airport, do not buy the ticket at the airport. Get off at Grand Arena's, and buy your ticket there, you will save money. Also the airport to grand Arena's is free.
Please do come off season, you will have a great experience and you won't melt during the summer months.
Great tip :)
yes, good tip. We arrived yesterday to the Airport and all tourists were a little bit surprised for a high price of the ticket just from the Airport! 10 EUR. But from Grand Arena it costs only 1,70 EUR /person to get to the city by tram.
I was waiting for him to mention this and was surprised when he didn’t. Don’t get stuck in this tourist trap!
Thanks for the tip! What do you recommend doing on a Sunday in Nice, or nearby? Thanks 😊
Yes! Thanks, we’ll do
Really good tips. Nice job.
Glad they were helpful!
Wow as a Niçois, i've gotta say that you've nailed it in the head with everything ! Couldn't explain Nice better than you, even as a local myself. Awesome job & Thank you so much for liking our region ! Take care :D
Great to hear this from a local! I appreciate you taking the time to share your support 😊
Love this guy: talks fast and gives the info people want!
Hahah that's the goal!
Great video! Heading there in the fall and these tips were super helpful. 👏
Hope you have a great time :)
I live in Nice, and I'm glad you encourage people to come in the off peak season. The trains cannot accomodate the work commuters and the tourists during the summer months, especially when tourists take the trains during rush hours. Many people are left on the platform, and commuters working in Monaco are becoming increasingly tired of the struggle to even make it on the train to get to work.
Also beware of pickpockets on the tram and the trains. They take advantage of the moment you board to pick your pockets, so be aware. I've tried to warn people but I've seen so many people lose their valuables 😓
May I know if it’s good to go in late Oct? I’m planning for it
I’m wondering the same thing about October!
Late October is fine but it may rain. @@rouagehk
If you want to venture further in to Italy the train will take you to the Cinque Terre, a world heritage group of 5 classic villages hugging the cliffs of the Ligurian Sea south of Genoa. Definitely worth at least one overnight stay. You did an excellent job exploring Nice. Thank you.
Thank for the support and sharing the tip on Cinque Terre :)
I am an american
Living in the French Riviera have visited everything ( except restaurants and cafes) you mentioned and I could not agree more with you with your recommendations
Thanks for this! Are there any top recommendations you feel like I didn't mention?
Every time I see videos like this, I always wonder why no one ever mentions bus #600/601. It's only €2.50 and it goes from Nice all the way to Menton along the coastal road and is an absolutely beautiful ride, with stops in pretty much every single city along the coast, including Eze, Villefranche, Cap d'Ail, and Monaco. It takes about 2 hours end to end, but it's more appealing than the train, which often goes through mountains and has no views. It's a good way to see a lot of the little towns along the Cote d'Azur without renting a car. Also, completely agree about Menton -- I absolutely hated it and would have left about 2 days in had I not rented a nonrefundable apartment for the month. Anyway, great video! Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for this tip!
I hope to use it next month! Thanks
Notes from a local:
It takes 2x the time of the train and has a lot of turns so be prepared
It doesnt pass through Eze (only accessible with bus 82 that is packed) but rather the beach of Eze where then don’t even think on climbing to the village during summer its a whole trekking path, solution is to wait for another bus to take you there
Thanks for the Tip! Much Appreciated!
Yours is one of the best travel videos we've ever watched. Full of real, useful information - as opposed to many ego-inflating videos that appear on RUclips. Thanks.
I appreciate the support and am glad you found it useful. Cheers
Totally agree. I just got here from half watching another cliche Nice video because I couldn't stand the cliche - yours is so much more real, detail oriented, and gives a real tourist's perspective.
You do a really great job with this travel guide!
Just remember that Nice is France's third most "dangerous" city, so just be aware of suspicious activity, and keep your personal belonging away from pickpockets. Don't flash expensive watches and jewelry after dark, and be aware of scams
Thanks for the support! I always felt safe but appreciate you looking out for fellow travelers :)
i was about to ask about pickpockets...omg...
If you’re looking for specialty coffee, Cafés Indien isn't it. You want to head to La Claque, which currently has the best coffee in Nice. Another great option is Brume, which has a bit more room and serves lovely food. Both are in Old Town and have WiFi. Another place for proper coffee, but a bit further north, is Café Fino (also has WiFi). As for where to stay, don’t go anywhere but the Port or the area around Place Garibaldi/Place du Pin. For tourists, these are the best neighborhoods in Nice and nothing else should be considered. The tram will take you directly there from the airport (they are respectively the last two stops).
We visited in the fall and I echo some of your recommendations accept Menton. Next to EZE it was a highlight. We day hiked up the hill into Italy, walked right across the border, had brunch including Lemonchellos and walked down an amazing path/steps down to the sea with the most amazing views and then walked back to Menton along the sea. Amazing, took about 3 hours an absolutely stunning walk.
Sounds like a great time! Thanks for sharing :)
I’ll be there in less than a month and really looking forward to seeing Menton. Thanks for sharing your experience.
I can confirm that it’s a great video and advices because I visit French Riviera quite often. Speaking about Eze, I would say that there is even better place of the same vibe to visit. It is Saint Paul de Vence. It is bigger. And if you have a car you can visit a whole bunch of brautiful medieval little towns up the hills. And definitely, take all possible seaside walks, including Cap Ferrat and Antibes paths.
I visited Nice two summers ago and I am so happy you mentioned Eze! Eze was so lovely and there's even a perfume factory and museum near the bus stop I remember. They give you a tour and history of perfumery in France and let you sample the fragrances they make in house. I got my sister souvenirs from there!
Thanks for sharing this :)
For excellent coffee in Nice, I would check out La Claque in the Old Town, and Clay in the Place du Pin area and Cafe Fino in the Carabacel neighbourhood. In my opinion the best neighbourhood to stay in is Port Lympia. The tram from the airport drops you off right in the Port. It's also a stones throw from the Old City and every other place worth visiting.
Thanks for the suggestions!
Antibes is my hometown and I spend a lot of my time off in Nice, and I agree with most of your comments. I am not a big fan of Cannes (although the old part, "le Suquet" is very nice) or Monaco either. I would also recommend the "sentier des contrebandiers" which is the coastal path around Cap d'Antibes. You need good walking shoes and a few hours but the view is wonderful. I confirm, and love, that we can walk or take a train, a tram or a bus to almost anywhere in the area. And I did not count but don't worry about your pronunciation, this is quite cute actually. 😊
I appreciate you taking the time to share this. I'll have to spend some time visiting the sentier des contrebandiers during my next trip. Thanks for the recommendation and taking it easy on my pronunciations :)
We are in Nice right now and following most of your guidance. We're staying in old town. Saw an loved Eze yesterday. Thank you so much for all your helpful guidance.
I hope you're having a great time!!!
Great job, I worked in Monaco for over 6 Years, I agree with you about your picks.
It is only one hour flight from Nice to Amsterdam , and you can also hit the freeways nowadays to anywhere in west Europe!
My dude! I'm from Nice and you paint such an amazing portrait of this city, it's honestly bafling how well you understood this place. One comment: you did mention the Picasso museum in Antibes, but the Chagall, Matisse, and the photography museum are all must see.
I appreciate the support and am glad to hear it! I'll add those spots to my list for the next visit -- thanks!
Monaco is also quite exceptional. The aquarium is incredible. One can learn much of the history of marine science, scuba, and the explorations of Jaques Cousteau. Also, there are some beautiful gardens and the church where Prince Albert and Grace Kelly were married and are buried. The architect of the Casino, Garnier, the very same who designed the Palais d'Opéra à Paris. Your exposé was wonderful and very thorough. J'adore Nice.
Much appreciated :)
Hint: the price of a year pass to the Monaco aquarium is the same as two single passes. There is an incredible rooftop restaurant and playground with kids on the roof. The aquarium itself is amazing, highly recommend.
Phillip.
er.........Prince Albert is still living - he's currently the reigning Prince of Monaco - his father Prince Rainier died in 2005.
@@franc9111 No Prince Albert died in 1922.
Phillip.
@@philliptemple9841 Albert 1er est mort, mais là évidemment je parle du Prince Albert II.
Agree with everything here EXCEPT: 1) Monaco is worth a visit to do the palace tour (Prince Grace's former home); 2) Cannes is actually a nice town with a large (free) public beach alongside the private one. It's worth walking up to the castle in the old town for spectacular views. Great vid by the way! :)
Much appreciated! Thanks for taking the time to share your perspective :)
Great review and tips. But I need to add my two cents; we LOVED Menton! We went to one of the beach clubs and it was by far the best beach experience we had while on the riviera. The cove provided great swimming (o.k. technically floating on a raft-lounger) . And the views of the town were stunning! We never made over to Ventimiglia, but Menton had a definite Italian flair with some great restaurants and a lot of Italian speakers all around us. It sure felt like Italy 😊
It was absolutely beautiful, one of the highlights of our trip.
So glad to hear you had a great time in Menton! I wonder if visiting Ventimiglia influenced my perception of Menton -- Certainly possible. Thanks for sharing your experience :)
I live in Paris for one year exchange and was just planning a solo trip in south of france and i came across your video!! such great infos, merci beacoup :) subscribed
Welcome to the channel 😃
St. Paul de Venice is a beautiful hilltop village and we preferred it to Eze by far! Also, there is the train station near the airport (St. Augustin) and many hotels around that area…near Pheonix park and Les Arènes . We found that to be the most convenient area to stay. Thanks for all the other info!
My mother, aunt, grandmother, sister, and I are all headed to Nice this coming August and we all found your video incredibly insightful. We will definitely be following a lot of your tips mentioned. Sending love from Texas! ❤️
I hope you have a wonderful visit! Always great seeing Texas folks in the comments (I was born in Dallas). Much love :)
@@camdendavidGreetings from Dallas. Well, McKinney. Lots of great info. Thanks!
How did it go?
I visited Nice and surrounding villages this past July with my mom and your tips were so helpful. I had an amazing time. Villefranche was one of my favorite places. We spent our beach day there. I’m glad I didn’t skip it. We tried to get into La Cucina a few times, but you definitely have to get there early to secure a seat. Eze Village, Menton, Gorges du Verdon, Castellane, and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie are all magical places. ❤️
So glad to hear you enjoyed!!!
As a local, I think this is the best tips videos of Nice, I have seen; for the pronounciation ...... it's funny to hear.
Great job !
Much appreciated :) I promise to work on my French (it's needed hahaha)!
Menton is cool. I went there with my partner and her father. And we decided climb up some steps along the street and found how amazing it was. The steps keeps going and forking in different directions. We had a blast discovering the area all the way to the top. Along the side of the steps are houses and businesses. It was just unreal.
So glad to hear that! Thanks for sharing :)
I'm surprised u swam in February haha. Great video!
Thanks! It was definitely a chilly but refreshing experience haha
February is a lottery. The world famous carnival is that month so I remember the weather in February though that. Sometimes it's so hot you are playing tennis in your shorts in the sunshine, but I remember one where it was so windy that the carnival streamers ended up half way to the ski resorts. I got married that month in Nice and it was amazing sunshine every day but it's very unpredictable so you pays your money and you takes your choice.
Phillip.
Thanks for mentioning that you were there in February. I noticed the jackets. I also travel in off season and so many videos are for summer. Appreciate your tips! Nicely done!
Thanks for watching :)
Nice is a wonderful town. Great place to visit and this video is spot on. Though its been many years for me, this brought back many memories. Thanks
Hope you get to return soon :)
@camdendavid, thank you so much for all the tips. I've stayed in Nice for a few weeks this past September and used most of your suggestions! 👍😃
Hope you had a great time!
@@camdendavid , we had an amazing time!
Really, straight forward and clear. I'll be taking all your advice. Thanks for this great work.
I appreciate the support and hope you have a great visit!
I would like to say thanks🙏🏾. I remember your face which reminded me of your Lisbon, Portugal video. Your tips and references were spot on. Lisbon was a wonderful visit.🍷
So glad to hear that! Thanks for taking the time to watch :)
Thanks David. this info is so valuable. 🙏
A couple of questions, as we plan to go with our children this summer in August.
-in small cities and villages are people speaking English, French and Italian?
-would you be able to share the link for the local buses?
-can we walk to the city of Antibes or is it better to take the bus?
-any parks or indoor/outdoor playgrounds and entertaining activities you can recommend for families with children?
-is there any sealife aquarium for our children to enjoy?
-do they do short boat trips around the coast nearby cities and villages?
-how far is the airport from the city centre?
-as you mentioned that you visited Nice during February, how is the weather, is the water warm for the children to swim? what are the temperatures in February? We might consider going there next month because my daughter and I, we celebrate our birthdays in February.
Again, thank you kindly for your time and help. 🤗
i am born and live in Nice and this a cool review, just want to add two small thing :
-the mont boron has also a natural park you can hike there and it offer view on both side , one side is Nice , the other side you can see villefranche st jean cap ferrat, for reference the place is called 'le fort du mont alban'
-st paul de vence is considered the best village around to visit with eze , it offer an amazing vibe and should be on your list if you comeback one day
Thanks so much for sharing these :)
Great video! As someone who knows Nice very well, I started watching this video with a little skepticism. But man, you nailed it! You even mentioned my favorite Rouge cafe and passed by the Olive et Artichaut 😍
I appreciate that!
Seriously amazing video, packed with information, well organized and much appreciated!!! Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
What you missed in Menton, especially since you were there in February is the Fête Citron / The Lemon Festival. They are known for Menton lemons and their famed festival takes place about Feb 15 - March 2 every year. It is a wonderful place to see giant statues and scenes cover completely in lemons. They also have a parade with floats and fireworks (which requires tickets). The smell is so fragrant, and signals the coming of spring in the area. It is a very unique experience. It is also a good time to see the town as a whole at that time too. Just be aware that this can be rainy season in this region, so bring an umbrella or watch the weather forecast, as the entire event is outdoors.
In Cannes you can experience foreworks in the summer months, which are incredible. If you decode to go, you will have to arrive really early to reserve a spot on the beach, where you will hear the matching music.
And make sure you leave immediately after the fireworks end to book it to the train station. There’s only so many trains after that time of night before they’re done till morning and the other tourists get desperate (and pushy) too 😬😬 Otherwise be prepared to either hangout until 6am or take an Uber/Bolt back 😅
Italy and France...best markets in the world...love the border region of Italy and France...Napoleon was Italian and helped shape France as did the powerful Medici family of Florence...so many Italian influences in French culture over the centuries...when I visited Nice (used to named 'NIZZA'), many speak Italian and of course French and many I met had cousins who were Italian.
if anyone here is looking for nice walks, I would strongly recommend Saint-Jean--Cap-Ferrat for a walking daytrip!! you can take the bus form Place Massena to Port de Saint-Jean (?) and basically hike around the whole peninsula, which takes about 3 hours. i'd say most of the route is paved well, while some parts near the end are more like a rocky path. great views of the sea, some nature, a couple of houses and the rocky edges of the peninsula :)
Very good... Stayed in Nice a few times and Monte Carlo once. You are right about Eze-sur-mer...also add St Paul de Vence for another magical experience!
Will check out St Paul de Vence during my next visit - thanks!
The Eze he is recommending is Eze-le-Village (on the hill). Eze-Sur-Mer is at the bottom and where you can catch the train almost immediately across the street from the bottom of the hiking trail. (Sur-Mer means “on the sea”)
I've lived here for 2 years and all of this spot on!
All that info in a 20min vid. Amazing
Glad to hear it!
🙋🏻♀️Thanks- enjoyed your video! Going in May🎉
Hope you have a great time!
I have been visiting French Riviera for years, I am telling you, you have to trust this guy, his ALL POINTS are great and right. Tend to disagree in one point only which is menton, nevertheless, this is the best brief I have seen ever about French Riviera which I know very cery well.
Now I have to watch his other videos and use them as a reference when I travel.. COMPLETE TRUST from my side.
Outstanding brief 10/10
No need to count the mispronunciations . They were ALL mispronunced. 😂 Great content though! I was born and raised in France until I was 19 then moved to the US in 1982. The last time I was in Nice I was 14 and I look forward to retiring in Nice very soon! Did I mention how great your content and energy is? Please keep at it! Thank you. 🙏🏻
Damn, I was hoping to get at least 1 correct haha :) I really appreciate the kind words and support. Hope you get to live out your retirement dream in Nice soon! And hope you've enjoyed your time in the US :)
Funny thing I lived in Nice for a year and a half as a student but I'm taking tips from you😅. How ironic is that? I love now in Paris and I miss the South so bad.
Hahha I hope you find the tips helpful. And hope you get the chance to visit soon :)
Thank you so much!!!! Going to Nice next week and this has been the best, most helpful video!
I hope you have a great time!
You probably cannot speak french, but you enjoyed our way of life just like a french.
That I did. I appreciate the kind words and support :)
Please ignore the advice in the video on Menton (rhymes with Wonton) and Monaco! Both are worth a day trip. Take the bus to both from Nice for a scenic view.
@whiskeywoman8711
Agreed the day trip we took to Monte Carlo was excellent and MC is the cleanest most well kept town I have ever visited.
one of the best tourism videos I have ever ever watched
I appreciate that!
Nice, thanks! It looks like we'll be there early next year. Doing my research!
Let me know if any questions pop up before your visit!
My son and I stayed in the area Camden stayed in, but 5 minutes from the train station, the Excelsior hotel. I’m looking at a language immersion program next summer in liberation just north of the station.
Good job. Been there many times. Going back in Sept. Love the area. Travel by bus most of the time. Slower but runs right on coast so some beautiful scenery. Vacation. No rush! I love nice port. Great walk back to center.
I'll have to check out the bus next time. Hope you have a great visit in September :)
Your pronunciations are mostly ok, don't worry too much about it ☺️. Thank you for making this video, as someone who's been living on the Côte d'Azur for several decades (mostly in Cannes and a bit in Nice during my studies), you did a great job and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Good catch on Monaco and Cannes, not much to see there indeed (and yes I live in Cannes). However there's the old town in Menton, and a nice sea-side walk on the Cap Martin next to Menton which are worth your time. But yes, Eze is the jewel of the coast ☺️. Glad you enjoyed your stay ☺️.
I appreciate the support :)
Great content. My wife and I will use your suggestions on our trip. Thanks!🎉
Hope you have a great time :)
as a French living in Nice, I can confirm that your review is accurate. Monaco is overrated it’s plenty of wealthiest people, but mostly everything is high end luxury, so it’s not interesting for most people. And Menton is mostly a place for retired people and therefore it’s quiet, even way too quiet, not much animated place or fancy old village like the other places you mentioned. Great review again 👏🏻
Much appreciated!
Thanks a lot for the video, a lot of information! I only wish when you show the words longer on the screen, so that viewers can write down easier. We are going there this week from
Canada, very useful, thanks.
That's great feedback -- thanks! Hope you have a great time :)
Thanks for this chapter video and informations of Nice. I have been there, I have plan to go there in between on the fourth of Juni until first of July 2025.
I would like to take my folding bike, and riding it to reduce my walks, because the reason I have tried my best to reduce the walk and burden of my weight to my right foot, ( I had OP Hallux Vagus on it , and it still needs more time to fully recover.
Thanks!
Kind regards,
Siu Miming
as a french that lived in nice for his whole life and still lives in it i found this video so fun to watch because for me nice is sooo boring and you're amazed by everything haha
Haha glad you enjoyed it!
Monaco is interesting for a few things. there are punctual events every year like the grand prix and the tennis tournament (which actually takes place in France a few km from monaco). and there is a beautiful exotic garden and an ocean museum which are well worth the visit. (although the garden is momentarilly closed i think).
Menton is known for the lemon festival that happens in the winter and which is very beautiful.
Thanks for this! Got to see Menton prepare for the lemon festival and it was impressive :)
Thank you. Enjoyed this. Spent time in Ventimiglia staying on the beach. Was gorgeous… and Monaco was a nice day trip. Flew in and out of Nice but didn’t spend time there.
I’m going to Nice in June. Thank you for all of these helpful tips!
You got it! Hope you have a great trip :)
It's Eze Village at the top, Eze-Sur-Mer at the bottom where there is a train station.
Correct
I am moving here for school in a month and this was very helpful
Hope you have a wonderful time!!!
Great video thank you. I'll be visiting Nice soon and your tips are a great help. 🙂
Just finished this video and watched a dozen others - you've found your calling! You give great over-views, suggestions on what to see, where to eat, etc. I'm from the US but living in Lisbon for 5 years, ready to make my move somewhere else, so your videos have helped add some and remove some cities from that list. Keep 'em coming!
Love to hear this! I appreciate the support and will certainly keep 'em coming haha. Are there any other topics you'd like me to include in future videos?
@@camdendavid Maybe keep in mind that some are viewing your videos in the hopes that they may not just visit there, but are considering moving there. A quick mention of the city's safety rank, annual weather or your take on night life would be great. But I understand that most are viewing as they consider visiting the city. Thanks!
Thank you, David! Good job! I like the thoroughness and the humility. 🙂
Much appreciated :)
You really need to mention Saint Paul de Vence. Far more interesting than Eze, another medieval location. This is an art lovers dream. I too have no feel to visit Menton. I absolutely loved Famiglia, Italy. I went on a friday & was as blown away as you!!!! Agree about Ville de Franche. You also failed to mention all the antique shops, museums and great shopping in Nice. Also, so many other towns along the coast heading toward Italy for beaches, strolls, hikes, etc
Didn't make it to Saint Paul de Vence but have it on my list for next time. Sounds like you have a great time!
Truly informative. Was recommended by a friend who lives near Cannes. Looking forward to visiting the area in September. Also appreciate the comments (except the ones ragging on you).
Hope you have a great trip! And I appreciate the support :)
Goin go Nice in two months and this video was very informative! Thank you broo
You got it! Hope you have a great time
I’ll be there mid October 2024 all the way from Austin Texas . Claudia
Hope you have a great time! And hope all is well down in Texas - I'm originally from the Dallas area :)
@@camdendavid thanks ! I’m also going to Liverpool , Manchester and Paris . South of France will be fun . Cheers ! Claudia
19:15 Monaco has a great sea museum (Musée Océanographique de Monaco / Aquarium).
Thanks!
Great review. This is very helpful especially when I’m heading to Nice in a couple of days. Look forward to it now as some of your tips has helped immensely. Cheers.
Glad the tips were helpful! Hope you have a great trip :)
Looking for a coastal city to spend February in to escape a Canadian winter - this video was so practical and helpful!!
Hope you find the perfect spot!
NICE is the perfect spot!
Awesome Video for first timers!! I loved it ! My fiance and I watched so many videos clips and yours was by far the best . .. clean, cut to the chase , loved the do's!!!
I appreciate the kind words! Thanks for watching :)
Excellent video! I have just come back from a trip through the French Riviera. We started in Nice, then went to Antibes, Cannes, Cavalaire-sur-Mer (which was incredible , stayed at a Boutique Hotel called La Calanque where my boyfriend proposed!) from there we went to St Tropez, Monaco and then back to Nice.
Completely agree with your comments about Monaco and Cannes. We drove through Eze and the views were incredible. Some great tips for when I return to Nice again. Thanks!
Sounds like you had a great trip! And huge congrats on the engagement (assuming you said yes haha)!!! Hope you get to return soon :)
Thank you for this! Im planning to visit Nice for a month this year! Was also thinking about going Lyon but your video made my decision clear😊
I hope you have a wonderful time :)
Thanks so much for putting this video together! Genuinely good advice that I’ve made note of 😊
Glad it was helpful :)
I soooo Loved Nice and the surrounding areas. Your video brought back so many memories. I was there almost 20 years ago, when they were building the tram system. I liked it so much, I spent almost four years there! Oh, soca ( it's pronounced with a long "o", like rhymes with "mocha" ) and Cannes, should rhyme with Hannes ( like Han Solo ! LoL ) . Glad u'll had a GREAT time :)
Much appreciated :)
You Nailed Nice completely. Nice is always a great idea. We try to do Nice yearly driving down from the UK.
Much appreciated. Glad to hear you get there often :)
Hello
Thanks for your video. We have been to the area and are planning to go again. We will have to take the trip the Eze it looks very interesting. Just wanted to mention to you that we stayed in Menton at a wonderful Airbnb and we really loved to town. It is very interesting and there is a monument to the women who fought in the Resistance. That was our experience anyway.
Happy travels stay safe.
Thanks so much for sharing your experience :)
Great tips! Thank you!!!!
You got it!
Thanks! Great summary. Your thoughts on Monaco & Cannes - same! Wish local transit was as efficient. And St Tropez (bit bougie but still nice) isn't too far past Cannes either. Oct & April is NIce- spot on. Merci.
Merci :)
Thanks for video!
I am in Nice just a first day. We have an accommodation in Port Lympia. Nice place ! And I plan to go for a jog first morning to the Promenade (beach) you talked about. Let's see!
Sounds like you have an awesome trip in the works! Hope you're enjoying :)
Great job!!! I plan on visiting there in February….thanks
Hope you have a great time!
The only thing I disagree with is Menton, it's lovely! Especially during the Lemon Festival
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Totally fair!
Hi,
Can you let me know more about Mentón?, in terms of special places to stay in, things to keep in mind, hotels, but above all prices of restaurants and accommodations
This is a really helpful video full of useful tips - thank you! I’m considering moving to Nice and your suggestions are inline with everything I’ve researched so far. Nice job… maybe just a little work needed with the pronunciations 😊
LOTS of work needed on the pronunciations haha. Thanks for watching :)
Many good ideas. Thanks. Have not visited Ventimiglia yet.
Thanks for suggestion about Eze, looks like a great place to visit.
It's pretty special
Thanks for the run down on Nice. I spend a few months a year in Beaulieu-sur-Mer (right next to Villefranche-sur-Mer). I agree with you on Monaco and Cannes. The Jean Cocteau museum in Menton is worth a visit and I like the promenade to walk and have a coffee. I am going to visit Saint Tropez via ferry from Nice and also visit the Ventimiglia market. Looks interesting.
Hope you have a great time :)
You forgot to mention Jean les pins. Great for a night out.
Thanks for adding it here :)
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