As every summer, the intense heat has taken over Nice. Here are some activities to try to escape it.
In response to the usual intense heat of the Côte d’Azur, the inhabitants of Nice start their days earlier. They must also adjust their outings to avoid suffering from the heat. It’s a disrupted daily life where everyone must rethink their activities to avoid enduring the constant thirty degrees. So, what to do in Nice when it’s hot? Here are a variety of suggestions, with one goal: escaping the heat.
Facing the heat in the city
The heat is sometimes more stifling at home than outside. That’s why going out is often the best idea to combat the heat, as long as you choose the coolest places. And in the city, many spots offer a bit of this coolness.
The Coulée Verte comes first, with its gigantic water mirror. 2,800 square meters covered with a few centimeters of water, with numerous jets and areas composed of mist points. The perfect place to cool off and have fun in the sun. Beyond this area, the Coulée Verte is a green haven in the heart of Nice. A vast space for relaxation and conviviality. It’s the perfect place to forget the heat beating down on your head.
Similarly, the Castle Hill is also a refreshing spot (aside from the stairs to climb to the top). A large green area awaits at the summit, with thousands of trees and plenty of shade. A perfect zone to finally leave the sun behind a little. There’s also plenty to marvel at since from the top of this hill, there is an amazing view of Nice and the Bay of Angels available for visitors.
Indoor cultural activities
For those who absolutely want to escape the outdoors, the city of Nice offers a whole range of indoor cultural activities, in the cool. The perfect solution to get a breath of fresh air.
Among the many museums, you can visit the Matisse Museum. Here, you can discover an artist whose works were influenced by the Nice culture and his life in the pearl of the Côte d’Azur. The Marc Chagall Museum is also a must-visit in Nice. An artist with multiple media, you will discover many different works and also his seventeen canvases that compose the Biblical Message. Note that many other museums can be found in the city: the Photography Museum, the Palais Lascaris, or the Villa Masséna.
Nice also offers numerous exhibitions all over the place during the summer. It’s an opportunity for those who wish to discover an unknown artist while enjoying cooler air than outside.
Going to the sea
When talking about Nice, one thinks of the Mediterranean Sea. And what better way to fight the heat than by combining activity with the Big Blue.
At the port of Nice, many companies offer sea excursions. There is something for everyone. And at all times. Whether you want to go out for just a single hour for a walk around Nice or board a catamaran for half a day, anything is possible. There are options for all budgets. Boat tours at sunset are also available, often accompanied by local snacks.
If you’d rather dive directly into the water, no problem. Diving clubs offer numerous outings for beginners and experienced divers. And if you fear the ocean depths, snorkeling is also on the menu. When it comes to sea activities, there’s no shortage of options. And one thing is certain: once in the water, the heat is no longer a problem.
In Nice, to conquer the intense heat, there is no lack of activities.
