La Californie Travel Guide

Nice

La Californie
La Californie
La Californie
La Californie
La Californie

You’ll have easy access to both the airport and the attractions of Nice, including the Promenade des Anglais, in this charming coastal neighbourhood.

La Californie is a largely residential, suburban area, with a few interesting attractions within reach. Stay in this neighborhood during your time in Nice and expect to enjoy sea views and strolls along the Promenade des Anglais.

Heading up the coast into La Californie, arrive at the southern edge of the famous Promenade des Anglais. This stretch of gray pebbles, dotted with blue-and-white sun loungers, makes up Nice’s most iconic beach. It gets its name from the English expatriates who built it in the 19th century.

Before you begin strolling up the Promenade des Anglais toward town, stop at Port Nice Carras, a small harbor where you can get a sense of life in Nice in times gone by. Tiny fishing boats still bring in their haul here. Look out upon great views of the Bay of Nice.

Travel a little way north of Port Nice Carras, on the other side of the Avenue de la Californie, to find the Musée d'Art Naïf Anatole Jakovsky. The museum is the private collection of art critic Jakovsky and is housed in a grand terracotta-colored mansion. If you don’t know much about naïve art, this is the perfect introduction. Paintings are created by artists without formal education, which means they often make unconventional use of perspective and other techniques.

If you’re flying into Nice and staying in La Californie, visit a few great attractions on the way from the airport. At the Phoenix Park, find hundreds of exotic plant and animal species, as well as the fascinating Asian Arts Museum. The huge greenhouse within the park is one of the largest in Europe and houses many tropical plants.

Adjacent to L’Arenas, La Californie’s proximity to the airport means it’s very easy to get to for travelers flying into Nice. Alternatively, take the train to the nearest station, Gare de Nice-Saint Augustin. The area is also well connected by bus.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in La Californie

Westminster Hotel & Spa Nice

Westminster Hotel & Spa Nice

4 out of 5
27 Promenade Des Anglais, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is £230 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£230
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Nice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We reached out to the hotel two months prior to our arrival to request an upgrade, noting both our wedding anniversary and my VIP status. While the hotel acknowledged our status, they declined the upgrade. We were very disappointed by the lack of accommodation."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Westminster Hotel & Spa Nice
Le Meridien Nice

Le Meridien Nice

4 out of 5
1 Promenade Des Anglais, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is £473 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£473
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Nice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (609 reviews)
"staff were excellent and amazing views"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Le Meridien Nice
Radisson Blu Hotel, Nice

Radisson Blu Hotel, Nice

4 out of 5
223 Promenade Des Anglais, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is £296 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
£296
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Nice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a private beach. Popular attractions Promenade des Anglais and Hôtel Negresco ...
8/10 Very Good! (830 reviews)
"Very friendly staff! Amazing room view! The best pool and rooftop restaurant!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Nice
OKKO Hotels Nice Aéroport

OKKO Hotels Nice Aéroport

4 out of 5
147 Boulevard René Cassin, Nice
The price is £149 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£149
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (874 reviews)
"nice and simple hotel. nice staff. nice price. easy going. liked it"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

OKKO Hotels Nice Aéroport
Hotel Le Negresco

Hotel Le Negresco

5 out of 5
37 Promenade Des Anglais, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is £696 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£696
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Historical gem! Can’t beat the location, the friendly atmosphere and the views!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Hotel Le Negresco
Yelo Mozart Hotel Les Musiciens, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy

Yelo Mozart Hotel Les Musiciens, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
9 Avenue Baquis, Nice, PAC
The price is £184 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
£184
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Nice. Enjoy a fitness centre, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Promenade des Anglais and Hôtel Negresco ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (160 reviews)
"We had a family room. Queen with two twin beds and it was over the top perfect and our best stay in Europe. Beautiful. Spacious. North American in style and comfort. Great stay."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Yelo Mozart Hotel Les Musiciens, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy
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Other neighbourhoods around La Californie

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Fabron

4/5(18 area reviews)

Beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top things to explore in Fabron. A visit to Promenade des Anglais or Carras Plage might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Sainte-Hélène Tram Station or Fabron Tram Station to get around town.

Fabron
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L'Arenas

4/5(31 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in L'Arenas. If sightseeing is on the list, Baie des Anges is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Airport Terminal 1 Tram Stop or Airport Terminal 2 Tram Stop to see more of the area.

L'Arenas
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Les Baumettes

4/5(43 area reviews)

Known for its pristine beaches and ample dining options, there's plenty to explore in Les Baumettes. You can visit top attractions like Promenade des Anglais and Florida Beach, and jump on the metro at Magnan Tram Station or Lenval - Hôpital Tram Station to see more of the city.

Les Baumettes
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Gambetta

Beaches and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy in Gambetta, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Alsace - Lorraine Tram Station.

Gambetta
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Nice City Centre

4.5/5(154 area reviews)

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Nice City Centre. Check out top attractions like Promenade des Anglais and Hôtel Negresco, and jump on the metro at Alsace - Lorraine Tram Station or Massena Tramway Station to see more of the city.

Nice City Centre
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Le Piol

Visitors to Le Piol like its beaches and restaurants, and Orthodox Cathedral is a sight worth a stop.

Le Piol

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