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Parks and Gardens
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City Centre
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Le JARDIN ALBERT 1ER
Nice's oldest garden comprises, together with the Esplanade du Paillon, Square Leclerc and Promenade du Paillon, an oasis of greenery stretching over 2km from the seafront towards the hills.
Les JARDINS SUSPENDUS du PAILLON
In the 6th century BC, the gardens of Babylone were a source of delight for King Nabuchadnezzar! In Nice, the idea was taken up in the Corvesy and Place Mozart gardens and for the 12,300 sq m of the Promenade du Paillon. The lower part features azaleas, camelias and rhododendrons, higher up, there are parasol pines and Phoenix palms overhanging Mexican, tropical and Asiatic Gardens.
L'ESPLANADE du PAILLON ou ESPACE MASSÉNA
Fountains mingle with the play of light in this restful and flowery esplanade between the Old Town and the centre. A magnificent perspective : a forum, a central lake of 1,500 sq m and a gently undulating area to the east comprise the main features.
CASTLE HILL PARKThe site of the original city, the Castle - in spite of its reputedly impregnable citadel - was entirely demolished by the troops of French King Louis XVI in 1706..
One can play at getting lost for pleasure in this maze of greenery, where, in summer, one particularly appreciates the coolness of the fountain and shrubs. Lift to the top of the hill : Tel. 33 (0)4 93 85 62 33.
(Open 7 days a week - from October to March 10 am to 5.30 pm - April, May, September 9am to 7pm - June, July, August 9am to 8pm).
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Cimiez Quarter
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MONASTERY GARDEN
Peace and harmony reign in the Monastery Gardens. In the spring, the ancient pergolas are covered with climbing roses and masses of flowers perfume the air.
GARDEN OF THE AMPHITHEATRE OF CIMIEZ
The backdrop for many of Nice's traditional fêtes. It's a pleasant experience to hear the fifes and drums in the middle of this lovely olive-grove.
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East of the city
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Le CASTEL des DEUX ROIS RECREATIONAL PARK
An amusement park for both young and old : little train, mini-golf, giant chess-board, wooden huts ...
It is also a treasure-trove of discoveries for lovers of botany.
PARC FORESTIER du MONT–BORON
With 142 acres planted with Aleppo pines in 1866, 11km of marketed pathways, its rare species of flowers (wild orchids, lentiscus, miniature carnations...), the forest park of Mont Boron is a favourite haunt of joggers, botany fans and casual strollers, who come to admire the magnificent view of St. Jean Cap Ferrat to the east and the Baie des Anges to the west.
PARC VIGIER
Located near the Port, this Mediterranean garden opens onto the sea.
CAP DE NICE
From Parc Vigier, take Blvd Franck Pilatte to Jardin Félix Rainaud (view on the sea and cap Ferrat). From there, you can follow the trail along te coast for a short walk or return to the Mont Boron by climbing the steps built on the hillside.
The VINAIGRIER TRAIL
This 2-km long trail runs along the slope of a verdant hill, connecting Col de Villefranche and the Grande Corniche and offers a panoramic view over the city and hills.
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North of the city
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Le PARC CHAMBRUN
Situated in the residential area of St. Maurice to the north of Nice, surrounded by streets whose names recall great 19th century poets, the Parc Chambrun is greatly appreciated for its tranquility and its "temple of love", a small masterpiece of romantic architecture.
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West of the city
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PHOENIX FLORAL PARK
405 Promenade des Anglais - 06364 Nice cedex 4
Tel : 33 (0) 492 29 77 00
Fax : 33 (0) 492 29 77 01
To the west of Nice, the city's floral park is entirely devoted to nature and the close ties man must maintain with it. It has the world's largest glass-house and offers fabulous opportunities for discovery (7 hectares) for young and old. Fees : 2 € per person
BOTANICAL GARDEN
78 avenue de la Corniche Fleurie - 06200 Nice.
Tel : 33 (0) 492 29 41 80
Fax : 33 (0) 492 29 41 82
Admission free
Guided tour for groups (33 (0) 493 71 07 44
Classic collections of Mediterranean flora (genista, cistes, etc) and a conservatory.
PARK DEPARTEMENTAL D'ESTIENNES D'ORVES
A new green space free full cxur of the city: that is what the new park departemental d'Estienne d'Orves in Nice. On the site of the hill Saint-Philippe, 17 hectares of greenspace preserved and green. This vast area, a real green lung, is a former farm which shows a landscape and tree features hills Nice: oak adult and a green olive grove with an olive tree millennium.
Preserved any urbanization and located in a position of the promontory cxur of the city, the hill is home to several buildings dating from the nineteenth century, whose Bellevue villa-style typical of Nice, formerly owned by the family Estienne d'Orves. Several facilities were designed to invite the promenade, relaxation and promote environmental education. Nine games are available for children 2 to 12 years on the farm and adventure. No fewer than 8 marked paths have been created, and 3 picnic areas.
Beautiful views over Nice.
Open daily from 9am to 8pm.