{"id":12563,"date":"2023-08-28T07:14:37","date_gmt":"2023-08-28T07:14:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/?p=12563"},"modified":"2024-04-22T10:54:59","modified_gmt":"2024-04-22T10:54:59","slug":"nice-christmas-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/france\/nice-christmas-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Nice Christmas Market 2024: South of France Village de No\u00ebl"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Nice offers a blend of Mediterranean climate and French Riviera elegance, attracting tourists year-round. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Nice Christmas Market adds a festive touch to the city’s palm-lined streets and turquoise sea backdrop. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, I’ll provide details on 2024 dates, opening times, locations, and local specialties in the South of France.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Christmas in Nice envelops the city with a warm glow as twinkling lights illuminate the iconic Promenade des Anglais. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nice Christmas Market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Christmas market in Nice, known as “Le Village de No\u00ebl,” stands out for its Alpine village theme, showcased through 60 chalets and an artificial forest of over 600 pine trees in Jardin Albert 1er. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alongside the traditional fare, the market offers unique experiences like a Swedish Light Festival and an Eco Christmas Village. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visitors can enjoy various attractions, including a Ferris wheel, an ice rink, and a themed House of Santa Claus for the kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dates and Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Nice Christmas Market dates:<\/strong> 29th November 2024\u00a0to\u00a01st January 2025 (unconfirmed).
Location:<\/strong> Jardin Albert 1er and Place Mass\u00e9na.
Opening times:<\/strong>
Before Christmas Eve: Sunday to Thursday: 11am to 9pm. Friday and Saturday: 11am to 11pm.
Christmas Eve to New Year’s: 11am to 7pm.
Entrance closes one hour before closing time.
Christmas Day:<\/strong> Open.
Admission:<\/strong> Free.
Christmas lights:<\/strong> Yes, switch on date: 29th November at 6pm (unconfirmed).
Santa:<\/strong> Yes. P\u00e8re No\u00ebl can be found at Jardin Albert 1er until 24th December (unconfirmed), 11am to 8pm on Wednesdays, weekends and holidays.
House of Santa Clause:<\/strong> Jardin Albert 1er. Sunday to Thursday: 11am to 8pm. Friday and Saturday: 11am to 10pm.
Face painting:<\/strong> Weekends and public holidays from 2pm to 7pm.
Swedish Light Festival:<\/strong> 9th December 2024, from 5pm (unconfirmed).
Eco Christmas Village:<\/strong> 15th December 2024, 10am to 5pm (unconfirmed).
Ice skating:<\/strong> Yes, at Place Mass\u00e9na.
Vegetarian:<\/strong> Yes, plenty of options.
Vegan:<\/strong> Yes, plenty of options.
Gluten-free:<\/strong> Yes, but limited.
Accessible:<\/strong> Yes.
Pet-friendly:<\/strong> Yes, but not recommended during busy periods.
Parking:<\/strong> Please take public transport to help limit congestion.
Reason to visit:<\/strong>\u00a0Alpine village theme, Ferris wheel, ice rink, Swedish Light Festival, Santa’s workshop.
Recommended tour:<\/strong> Nice Old Town walking tour<\/a>.
Specialities:<\/strong> Socca, candied fruits, Proven\u00e7al pastries, lavender honey, Ni\u00e7oise treats.
Where to stay:<\/strong>
Arome Hotel<\/a> is an exceptionally well-rated hotel, 13 minutes from Jardin Albert 1er.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Hotels in the Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For easy access to the Christmas market, the ideal place to stay is in the Old Town (Vieux Nice). This historic district is close to the market and within walking distance of numerous other attractions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I highly recommend Arome Hotel<\/a>; its popular location and high ratings make it an excellent choice for your stay during the festive season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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