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Old Town (Vieille Ville)

Nice, France
Ranked #2 of 48 attractions in Nice
4.5 of 5 stars 397 Reviews
Type: Historic Walking Areas, Neighbourhoods
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Dining
Traveller Description: The old town of Nice this August '08 was far busier than previous visits in other summer months.  It took a couple of days to settle in and get used... more »
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London
Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Pretty and a bit shabby chic. Watch your step though. No one seems to pick up after their poodle! More

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Prague, Czech Republic
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Simply beautiful, full of life and coulours, it is wonderful to get lost here and find something new on every corner. Maybe becaoming a bit touristy with an increasing number of stores selling the regular tourist kitsch, but still lovely. More

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See 4 more reviews by Gallusdomesticus for Nice
Santa Monica, California
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Better restaurants than down by the flower market. You can get a ride in the velo or rent a city blue bike to get all over Nice and old town. More

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San Antonio, Texas
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Fun to walk around...very unique - narrow streets, fun shops, great restaurants, Matisse's dwelling, old fish market, flower market, etc. perfumeries...wonderful! More

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Lethbridge, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Let the shopping begin! Lots of small shops with clothing, arts and crafts on tiny narrow streets. More

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Nothern Ireland
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Great area to wander around, day time markets and shops then restaurants with lots of choice. More

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See 3 more reviews by PhilNorthernIreland for Nice
norfolk
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Very expensive, dirty and a lot of homeless people More

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UK
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

pleasant to walk around narrow streets with plenty of atmosphere More

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Miami, Florida
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

Nice's Old Town definitely caters to tourists but it caters to locals as well - in addition to its often tacky souvenir shops there are boutiques the locals use regularly. There are lots of cafes with local flavor and you can't beat the Old Town for stocking up on olive oil and lavender. Even with a map in hand it... More

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See 4 more reviews by TasteMaster for Nice
Phoenix, Arizona
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

For this American, this was just perfect - a blend of local and touristy fare - something for everyone. Very clean and safe. Remember that the Flower Marked is a FANTASTIC Flea Market on Mondays! More

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