Nice holidays
French Riviera base where a real city centre sits next to a walkable beachfront promenade.
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17°C NovemberBest Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep3–6 nightsRecent nonstop return fare from London Gatwick
At a glance
- beach-plus-city break
- first-time Riviera
- couples
- off-season sun
Trip cost
- Return flight
- ≈€79
- Stay
- ≈€375
- Food & local
- ≈€90
Includes the return fare from London Gatwick for 15–18 Jan 2027. An estimate, not a quote — each booking happens separately with its supplier. How we work this out.
Prices shown on this page are indicative estimates in euros, not quotes. Every booking happens separately with its own supplier, at that supplier's own live price. How we work this out.
Stays
Stays in Nice
From €62/night · Typical €156 · 109 stays · for your 3 nights
- Best 3-starL'escapade vers le bien-être1.5 km from the centre€187 a night (opens in a new tab)
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- Best 4-starAPPARTEMENT-NICE 01 VUE MER - PANORAMIQUE WIFI-Parking- climatisation1.9 km from the centre€157 a night (opens in a new tab)
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- CheapestStudios cosy Nice2.3 km from the centre€62 a night (opens in a new tab)
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Self-catering
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Getting to Nice
- AirportNice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)
- Transfer optionsTram, bus, taxi
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport sits on the coast west of the city, with tram line 2 running direct to the Jean Médecin and Port Lympia stops, plus local buses and taxis.
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Areas of Nice
A few places people base themselves, and who each tends to suit.
- Vieux Nice (Old Town)Best for short breaks and food-led stays in atmospheric lanes near Cours Saleya and the seafront.
- Carré d'OrSuited to first-timers wanting upscale yet central streets between the main shopping axis and the Promenade.
- Promenade des AnglaisAppeals to beach-first travellers and families who prioritise sea views over immediate old-town access.
- Port LympiaCalmer, more local-feeling base with good transport, still walkable to Old Town and coastal strolls.
- CimiezLeafy hill district fitting longer, quieter stays with more space and a residential feel.
Nice weather by month
Nice is warmest in August, when daily highs average 30°C, and coolest in January at 13°C. October is the wettest month at about 138 mm, July the driest at 7 mm. Taking warmth and rainfall together, June, July, August, September score best for a trip.
- Best overall
- June · July · August · September
- Hottest
- August · 30°C
- Wettest
- October · 138mm
- January: average daily high 13°C, 41mm rainfall.
- February: average daily high 14°C, 88mm rainfall.
- March: average daily high 16°C, 99mm rainfall.
- April: average daily high 18°C, 46mm rainfall.
- May: average daily high 22°C, 60mm rainfall.
- June: average daily high 26°C, 59mm rainfall. Good month for weather.
- July: average daily high 29°C, 7mm rainfall. Good month for weather.
- August: average daily high 30°C, 29mm rainfall. Good month for weather.
- September: average daily high 26°C, 79mm rainfall. Good month for weather.
- October: average daily high 22°C, 138mm rainfall.
- November: average daily high 17°C, 67mm rainfall.
- December: average daily high 14°C, 67mm rainfall.
How these figures are worked out
Monthly averages — ERA5 reanalysis, 2022–2024, a three-year average, not a standard 30-year climate normal or a forecast. Gold months are the best weather fit: each month scores on how close its average daily high sits to about 27 °C, with heavy rainfall counting against it, and months far outside that range are not ranked at all.
What each season is like
- Spring
- March to May offers pleasant conditions and fewer crowds, ideal for combining coastal walks with museum visits and day trips.
- Summer
- June to August is high season with busy beaches, festivals and heavier pressure on central accommodation, especially along the Promenade.
- Autumn
- September to November keeps the sea usable and outdoor-friendly days while crowds and prices ease, often the sweet spot.
- Winter
- December to February is cooler but relatively mild, with lower prices, fewer tourists and a more local feel; good for budget-conscious city stays.
What’s on in Nice
Sun 8 NovMarathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-CannesPlein tarif : 76 € (Gratuit pour les spectateurs).
Thu 12 NovVéronique Sanson - J'ai eu envie de vous revoirTarif unique : de 49 à 79 €.
Fri 13 NovVanessa Paradis en concertTarif unique : de 35 à 110 €.
On nowEdouard Deloignon grandira plus tardTarif unique : 39 €.Our sister site Wanderistan has a things-to-do guide for Nice: Nice travel guide on Wanderistan (opens in a new tab)
Compare France destinations
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| Destination | Aug | Typical stay |
|---|---|---|
| Paris | 26°C | 3–7 nights |
More from the UK
Good to know about Nice
Why go
- Combines pebble beach and everyday shops, unlike smaller Riviera resorts that feel purely holiday-oriented.
- Efficient tram link from the airport into town makes arrival logistics simpler than in many neighbouring coastal towns.
- Shoulder-season atmosphere with mild winters and reduced crowds compared with peak July and August.
Worth knowing
- Pebble beaches rather than sand mean the shore feels less relaxed for some families.
- Summer crowds and traffic along the Promenade des Anglais can make central stays feel congested and noisy.
- Off-season trips trade sea warmth for culture and food; travellers wanting reliably hot beach weather in winter may be better in more southerly destinations.