A walking tour of Vieux Nice
Discover the history behind the city and some of its key landmarks, such as the castle, the market, and of course, the Promenade des Anglais!
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Alliance Française de Manchester
The essential guide to exploring the city of sun.
Learn French in situ
This year, our students got to explore French in situ! We offered our students the chance to stay in Nice for a week, with French lessons in the mornings and activities to explore and discover the city in the afternoon, supported by a coordinator.
With accommodation just above the classrooms and so much to see, the trip was an immediate success.
Start here
Discover the history behind the city and some of its key landmarks, such as the castle, the market, and of course, the Promenade des Anglais!
Sample some of the region's most traditional food, ranging from socca, pan bagnat and pissaladière to many more.
Visit the Vignoble de Bellet, high above Nice, and find out why this microclimate produces such delicious wine in a picturesque setting.
Discover this beautiful converted villa, which hosts exhibitions on the Belle Époque as well as a range of classical pieces.
Beyond the postcards
You are only a short hop from Antibes, renowned for its sandy beaches and relatively quieter atmosphere!
It's worth a little walk to the main plaza in the city, dedicated to the sun. It is bathed in sunlight from dawn till dusk and really shows the Greek and Italian influences on the city.
Nice is the perfect base to explore Menton, the last town before Italy, or Monaco, for those wanting to see the flashier lifestyles close up.
Hidden away inside a garden, it is the perfect place for an outdoor lunch.
Eat and drink
You must visit for the authentic socca of Nice. It has the best flavour!
We recommend it for a tasty, traditional French meal in the heart of Nice.
A delicious Vietnamese restaurant a stone's throw from the Alliance. Get the iced coconut for dessert.
This Italian gem is the perfect place for coffee, a few minutes' walk from the Alliance.
No Nice trip is complete without an ice cream (or two, or three). There are so many flavours to choose from, ranging from reimagined classics to unusual flavours. We recommend the cactus ice cream for a refreshing experience!
On the move
From the airport, there is a direct tram which takes you just a few minutes' walk from the Alliance Française de Nice. The tram network also takes you all over the city.
Regional trains can take you as far as Menton, Monaco, and even into Italy!
Nice is a reasonably pedestrian city. Be warned though: the Promenade des Anglais beach is stony and down a few flights of steps!
Where to stay
As part of our partnership with Alliance Française de Nice, we provide accommodation at affordable prices, included as part of your stay. You will benefit from a studio with kitchenette and ensuite.
You can also stay anywhere in the Vieux Nice or Coeur de Nice neighbourhoods for easy access to the city centre.
When to visit
Insider advice
Make the most of the Alliance Française de Nice activities on offer. From hikes to cultural activities, they have a full programme led by local staff who will be only too happy to show you around.
If you're wanting some company in the evening, the Alliance Française de Nice café is the perfect place to enjoy an apéritif and make a new friend or two!
Join us and experience a little piece of France, whether that's a week in the sun or a taster class here in Manchester.