10 Most Instagrammable Places in Nice

The St Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral in Nice is recognized as one of France's National Monuments and offers stunning turquoise, orange and gold architecture to adorn your feed. The church was established after Russian Tsar Alexander II visited Nice in the 19th century and decreed an Orthodox cathedral should be built here. The cathedral stands in the heart of the city centre to this day and is a hub of Russian Orthodoxy in France as well as a historic treasure of the city. Whether you're photographing the brightly-coloured exterior or the elaborate interiors it's sure to light up your Instagram feed.

Le Vieux Nice is the formal name for the Old Town district of Nice and comprises a twisting maze of cobblestone alleys, cafes, bars, boutique shops, and restaurants. Head about 10 minutes east of the city centre and you can capture Instagram photos of alleyways and streets dating to medieval times with a quaint yet bustling atmosphere. Almost every day, you can check out the colorful flower market on the Cours Saleya, the main street of the neighbourhood. It's also a good place for a relaxed stroll or a cup of coffee at an iconic French sidewalk café.

The Promenade Des Anglais covers miles of walkable boardwalk avenue along pebble- and white-sand beaches lined with elegant homes, upscale hotels and eclectic shops. You can grab tons of photos for your feed of the clear azur sea and of the action along the seashore. There are few sights like the clear blue skies with white cotton clouds over the deep, glasslike ocean waters. This boardwalk is a 10-minute drive south of the city centre and is a popular spot for visitors, so it can get crowded at times. Still, if you're looking for the opportunity to light up your feed with stunning landscape photos, this is certainly a place to visit.

Le Port de Nice is a trendy and vibrant area full of picturesque Mediterranean houses, antique and vintage thrift shops, colorful boats and waterfront views. It's situated just about 15 minutes from the city centre and is a peaceful and scenic place to get away from the busy downtown area. You can catch photos of the buildings or just sit on the docks and watch the ferries move across the Mediterranean. Another attraction of le Port de Nice is that it is a swinging local hub for nightlife. Here you can party the night away with trendy and popular bars, pubs and clubs and catch that perfect selfie to capture the vibe of your vacation.

The #I Love Nice Sign is just what you think—a huge, colorful sign with the hashtag that shows the world you love Nice, and a great Instagram feed photo. Visitors come here from all over to sit in front of, or even inside, the sign with its bright red, white and blue color pattern to catch the photo that shows off their vacation travel experience. The sign is located right on the seashore so it stands out against the backdrop of white clouds, baby blue skies, and dark crystal sea. It's only about 10 minutes from the city centre and is a must-visit site to memorialize your trip.

The Monastère de Cimiez is an active monastery in one of the lesser-known regions and is a hidden gem sitting atop a hill with panoramic views, gardens, and gorgeous architecture. If you're looking to draw viewers to your Instagram feed, there's plenty of opportunities to find what you want here. The monastery dates to the 8th century and features towering spires, elegant crosses and red brick with a gothic sensibility. Steeped in history, it houses a museum and the graves of Henri Matisse, Raul Dufy and Roger Martin du Gard. It sits in the middle of incredible gardens immaculately kept by the monks with views of Nice from atop a high hill just 8 minutes' drive north of the city centre.

Place Masséna is an iconic town square in the heart of Nice surrounded by bright red buildings with a massive fountain adorned by a marble statue of Apollo. The square itself is designed with a checkerboard pattern and makes for a truly old-world Mediterranean vista that's sure to take the breath away of your Instagram viewers. The plaza is located about 10 minutes to the south of the city centre just a few blocks away from the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. For more sightseeing, the plaza is central to the seafront and a famed shopping district and surrounded by gorgeous gardens.

La Colline du Château, or Castle's Hill, once housed a military citadel but now offers breath-taking panoramic views of the city below. You can reach the summit of the hill either by elevator or by a long set of city stairs. Though the stairs are a gruelling climb, they also offer stunning views all the way up.. The hill is just over a 10-minute drive to the southeast of the city centre. When you reach the summit, you'll not only get great views of the city, you'll be surrounded by gardens and wild parklands. Renowned for its views, it's one of the most iconic places to snap photos of both the sunrise and the sunset.

The Parc de Valrose is an expansive parkland with rolling green fields spread over an area of 10 hectares located about 10 minutes north of Nice. The park's origins date to 1867 and it formally opened in 1870. It offers rich and colorful flora and a wealth of artifacts, complexes, fountains, statues, cellars, gazebos and artificial waterfalls with Victorian elegance. The land is owned and maintained by the University of Nice and is the seat of the University president and home of the faculty of sciences. It's classified as a historical monument and is a great place to snap photos of the buildings, their decor or the elegant statuary throughout the gardens.

Promenade du Paillon offers a walkable green space with diverse flora, shaded walking paths, fountains, a reflecting pool and a kids' play area. Here you'll find a wealth of opportunities for unique and beautiful photos for your Instagram feed right in the heart of the city, as well as finding a serene escape from crowds. The park covers 12 hectares of space and connects a number of local cultural institutions from museums to theaters and the waterfront. The 128 water jets in the reflecting pool offer staggering visual effects for your camera.