17 days in Nice Itinerary

Well-known for the beautiful views of its famous Promenade des Anglais waterfront, Nice is an ethnically-diverse coastal port city on the French Riviera and the fifth most populated city in France.

Change things up with these side-trips from Nice: Forcerie Vial (in Tanneron), Massif de l'Esterel (in Agay) and Cannes (Rue Meynadier, Lérins Islands, &more). Spend the 20th (Sat) exploring the fascinating underwater world at Marineland. And it doesn't end there: get great views at Colline du Chateau overlook, make a trip to Place Massena, see the interesting displays at Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild, and take in nature's colorful creations at Le Jardin Exotique d'Eze.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Nice vacation planning tool.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport, Marseille Provence Airport and Bastia-Poretta Airport. In May, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 16°C.