Discover Nice and its surroundings in a classic car

Have you chosen to explore Nice and its surroundings in a classic car? It's a wise decision. In reality, Nice, capital of the Côte d’Azur, is a city brimming with charm and attractions. From its sunny beaches to its picturesque streets, including its museums and historical monuments, the prefecture of the Alpes-Maritimes department has a lot to offer its visitors. Here is some information you need for a successful car getaway in this city and its surroundings.

Plan your trip to Nice and its surroundings

For a successful tour of Nice by car, there are some preliminary arrangements that you must adopt. Start by choosing the ideal car. Indeed, Exploring Nice and its picturesque surroundings in a classic car offers a unique lens into the soul of the French Riviera.. The classic convertible is undoubtedly the best choice for this. Within it, you can keep a 360° view of the beautiful landscapes of the Côte d'Azur while enjoying the magnificent sun.

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Besides this, you must above all take care to choose the appropriate route. Define in advance the places you want to visit and plan your route according to the length of your stay. Don’t forget to consider driving time and breaks and also book accommodation, especially if you are traveling in peak season. Finally, check if your car is in good condition and ready. If not, do what is necessary to make it so.

Featured itineraries and local attractions around Nice

A successful trip to Nice and its surroundings also requires that you choose the right roads. These will take you through the best local attractions, which will make your car trip unforgettable.

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The routes highlighted for a circuit around Nice

It's difficult to take a trip to Nice without taking La Grande Corniche. This is a panoramic road which peaks at 500 m between Nice and Menton. It offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean coast. You can admire picturesque villages, hidden coves and breathtaking landscapes.

For more fun, go through the Middle Country. Travel along its winding roads and discover medieval villages perched on hills, lavender fields and olive groves. The road covers 140 km through 20 villages, from Vence to Eze. The other route that you should not miss for a successful trip is the Nice hinterland. Across the Alpes-Maritimes, the path runs through sumptuous landscapes and territories protected by the Natural Parks of the Préalpes d’Azur to the west and that of Mercantour to the north.

Local attractions

You can take advantage of your car trip to Nice to kill two birds with one stone. For example, explore Old Nice with the picturesque streets of Old Nice which are full of historic buildings, artisanal shops and Provençal restaurants. Also take a walk on the Promenade des Anglais which is located on the seafront and which offers a perfect view of the Bay of Angels.

The Matisse Museum is also one of the local attractions not to be missed if you are passing through the prefecture of the Alpes-Maritimes department. There you will discover the works of the famous artist Henri Matisse which are exhibited in a museum in his name. And if you have time to park for a moment, a boat trip on the Côte d'Azur will give you an unparalleled adventure.

Testimony

Jean-Eudes, Rhodes

“I have always dreamed of crossing magnificent Nice in a wonderful classic car on the Côte d’Azur. My dream came true last year. I rented a beautiful Jaguar convertible and drove through the area's winding roads. It was an unforgettable experience that I recommend to all lovers of cars and magnificent landscapes.

Suzanne and François, Paris

“François and I were planning to take a few days off to enjoy life together. A friend had meanwhile told me about discovering Nice by car. We loved driving along the coast, visiting the picturesque villages and enjoying the spectacular views.