The best months to visit Nice are May – Oct. 20–30°C, 300 days of sunshine.
Quick facts
Currency EUR (Euro) 1 USD ≈ €0.92
Language French Some English in tourist areas
Timezone CET (UTC+1) CEST (UTC+2) in summer
Best Months May – Oct 20–30°C, 300 days of sunshine
Daily Budget ~$80–120 USD €75–110 per day
Visa Schengen Zone 90 days visa-free for most
When to go
Where the Alps tumble into a turquoise sea and every meal ends with rosé on a sun-warmed terrace overlooking the Baie des Anges.
Getting Around in Nice
- Lignes d'Azur runs trams and buses. Single ticket €1.50 (valid 74 min). Tram L1 crosses the city, L2 goes to the airport
- Nice is very walkable, and the Promenade to Castle Hill is a 30-minute stroll. Vieux Nice is compact and car-free
- Vélobleu bike-share: €1/day + first 30 min free. Electric scooters from Dott and Lime available throughout the city
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Nice travel guide.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1) (CEST (UTC+2) in summer)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Nice?
The best months to visit Nice are May – Oct (20–30°C, 300 days of sunshine), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Nice budget breakdown.
