Nice Pictures

An aerial view of Place Masséna, which is also known as the heart of Nice. iAlf Getty Images

Located on Promenade des Anglais, Hotel Negresco has been an icon in Nice since it opened in 1913. Claire.gores Flickr

The Promenade des Anglais (English Walk) is the vein that Nice's nightlife flows through. Mats Silvan Getty Images

Place Masséna, the city's main square, has the seafront to its south, great shopping along Avenue Jean Médecin to the north, and gardens to the east and west. Chris Hepburn Getty Images

Small cafes are popular throughout Nice. Agora1950 Wikimedia Commons

The beaches in Nice are notoriously rocky, so plan to bring water shoes to protect your feet. Guillaume Chanson Getty Images

Sunbathers in Nice brave the city's rocky beaches. Paul Viant Getty Images

The Cours Saleya sells fruits, veggies and flowers every morning except Monday and Sunday in the afternoon.  Wendy Connett Getty Images

The St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral is known for its onion domes and bright colors. vichie81 Getty Images

Shopping is the main attraction for visitors to Avenue Jean Médecin. Laszlo Konya Getty Images

Old Town is known for its distinctively roofs, which cover a variety of restaurants and shops. Svetlana Day Getty Images

A display outside the beautifully designed Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. Inna Felker Getty Images

The blue umbrellas are characteristic of Nice's beaches. Gu Getty Images

This picturesque waterfall is another reason to hike up Castle Hill. Andrea Pucci Getty Images

The view from Castle Hill is worth the hundreds of steps it takes to reach the hill's peak. Chris Hepburn Getty Images

An array of colorful facades are visible from Castle Hill. Glow Images Getty Images

Stalls from the popular Cours Saleya Flower Market before the daily rush begins. Frederic Pacorel Getty Images

Asparagus for sale at a stall in the Cours Saleya Flower Market. Curt Gibbs Getty Images

Escargot is a delicious appetizer where the main ingredient is snails. Carlo A Getty Images

The rooms of Palais Lascaris are particularly ornate, with plenty of opportunities for memorable photos. Jean-Pierre Dalbéra flickr

Pissaladieres are small pizzas covered in anchovies and caramelized onions. ALLEKO Getty Images

Place Masséna gets particularly busy and bustling during events at night. iAlf Getty Images

Foie Gras is a somewhat controversial food, but it is still incredibly popular in France. Martin Vigerske / EyeEm Getty Images

Explore Place Masséna in the early morning to make the most of its unique design. Andrea Kamal Getty Images

A salade niçois combines fresh tomatoes, mixed greens, tuna, anchovies and green beans in a light olive oil dressing.  Burcu Atalay Tankut; Getty Images

The Promenade des Anglais is busy during the day, but the bustling strip becomes even more electric after the sun sets. Glowimages Getty Images

The Promenade des Anglais divides the beach from many of Nice's best stores and restaurants. Paul Viant Getty Images

A white beach with a view of the Mediterranean Sea on the Promenade des Anglais.  Olga Gavrilova Getty Images

A view of the colorful terracotta rooftops in Nice's Old Town neighborhood. Svetlana Day Getty Images

The view of Nice and the mediterranean from Parc du Mont Baron is one of the best in Nice. venakr Getty Images

Biking along the water is a great way to enjoy the striking scenery (and give your feet a break). Thomas Leth-Olsen Getty Images

Fort du Mont Alban is a popular sight for history enthusiasts in Parc du Mont Baron. elmvilla Getty Images

A photo of the area around the Russian Orthodox Church in autumn. Sergey Dzyuba Getty Images

A variety of fountains at the Garden of the Cimiez Monastery. Emmeci74 Getty Images

The vineyards of France are world-famous, so it's definitely worth taking the time to tour them. Pakin Songmor Getty Images

This photo shows the detail that went into the facade of the Russian Orthodox Church in Nice. jon11 Getty Images

An alley in Nice's Old Town, which shows the unique feel of the historic neighborhood. Peter Gridley Getty Images

You'll spot the exterior of the monastery as you stroll its garden. Surkov Dimitri Getty Images

The Garden of the Cimiez Monastery is best to visit in the spring and summer, when most of the flowers are in bloom. Emmeci74 Getty Images