Nice is the largest city along the Côte d’Azur, and it’s got plenty to recommend it, especially for those who don’t mind a beach made of gravel. In addition to several notable attractions of its own, Nice is a short train ride from both Cannes and Monaco, so it’s an ideal base for those wanting to explore the more expensive parts of the French Riviera.
Along with being the largest city, Nice is also the cheapest city in the area for tourists, as long as you are willing to stay at least a few blocks from the beach. There is a good budget-travel infrastructure in the city, so even backpackers can find things they can afford on a short visit.
| Rating | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
 | 32.61 - 71.74 |
| 45.65 - 115.22 |
| 60.87 - 135.87 |
| 97.83 - 194.57 |
| 231.52 - 409.78 |
Hotel du Midi Doubles from €68/night | |
Our pick: The best cheap and central 3-star hotel in Nice |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Hostel | 19.46 - 38.04 |
Antares Hostel Beds from €20/night | |
Our pick: The best cheap and central hostel in Nice |
| Location | Description | Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Musee Matisse guided tour | The Matisse Museum is free to enter so these prices are for the guided tour. | adults | 6.52 |
| Musee Chagall | The museum dedicated to the varied works of Marc Chagall is also popular. | adults | 10.87 |
| Sightseeing bus tour | Take the standard double-deck hop-on, hop-off 24-hour pass bus tour to all of Nice's highlights. | adults ages 4-11 | 23.91 8.70 |
| Food Type | Description | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Budget breakfast | A continental breakfast will be included with most hotels or hostels, but if not you can find filled baguettes nearby. | 3.80 - 7.07 |
| Budget lunch | There are cheaper restaurants near the train station, plus food stands near the market offering good deals. | 6.52 - 13.04 |
| Budget dinner | Location plays a big part in dining costs in Nice. There are good budget options if you look around. | 10.87 - 18.48 |
| Beer (.33l bottle) | Beer can be found cheaper than in Paris, but it's still pricey in Nice. | 4.35 - 7.07 |
| House wine (.5l jug) | Simple locals wines are good value compared to other drinks here. | 4.89 - 9.78 |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Taxi from airport to city center | 40.22 - 59.78 |
| Airport express bus to city center | 6.52 |
| Public bus from airport to city | 1.79 |
| 3km taxi ride in Nice | 11.96 - 16.30 |
| Bus ride in Nice | 1.63 |
| 10 rides bus pass | 10.87 |