Plage Beau Rivage
Nice's most prestigious central beach with elegant loungers, clear Mediterranean water, and full restaurant service right on the Promenade des Anglais.
Sand: Smooth pebbles
Water: Clear, 20–25°C
Plage Blue Beach
Named for its striking azure clarity — this intimate beach offers some of the Riviera's best snorkeling and retains a quieter, more local character than its larger neighbours.
Sand: Smooth pebbles
Water: Crystal clear
Plage Castel
At the base of Castle Hill — Nice's most scenically located pebble beach with spectacular views of the Baie des Anges and the best snorkeling in the city.
Sand: Mixed pebble/sand
Water: Crystal clear