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Nice

Nice holidays

French Riviera base where a real city centre sits next to a walkable beachfront promenade.

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26°C SeptemberBest Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep3–6 nightsRecent nonstop return fare from London Heathrow

At a glance

  • beach-plus-city break
  • first-time Riviera
  • couples
  • off-season sun

Trip cost

13 nights in Nice≈ €1445–€2150 pp
Return flight
≈€134
Stay
≈€1625
Food & local
≈€390

Includes the return fare from London Heathrow. 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 €41/night · Typical €202 · 65 stays · for your 13 nights

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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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Flexible-date fares from London Heathrow

September from 202 return

Typical €316 · Direct · 8 nights

Wed 23 Sept

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  • Wed 23 Sept8 nights202, direct

October from 163 return

Typical €187 · Direct · 7 nights

Wed 14 Oct

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November from 134 return cheapest

Typical €160 · Direct · 6 nights

Mon 9 Nov

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April from 171 return

6 nights

Fri 9 Apr

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May from 224 return

Typical €243 · 13 nights

Sun 30 May

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Cheapest and typical return fare to Nice by month, from London Heathrow.
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MonthLowestTypicalOptions
Sep202€31616
Oct163€1875
Nov134€1603
Apr1712
May224€2433

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.

How we work this out

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

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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.