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The Cours Saleya market

Friendly, colourful, vibrant and pretty – there’s no shortage of superlatives to describe this must-see Nice market.

Located in the heart of Vieux Nice, the Cours Saleya market has been around since 1816 and is recognized as being of exceptional quality.

Stop for a moment to admire the spectacle of row upon row of stalls with their gaily-striped awnings, set against the backdrop of Castle Hill and its artificial waterfall. On both sides stand historic buildings painted red and ochre, arcades and then the sea. The flowers, fruit and vegetables sold here are picked fresh daily by local growers.

Walk from stand to stand – and then retrace your steps. You’ll find locally-grown courgettes, lemons from the Nice hinterland and olives. Go a little further to find fish and freshly-caught Mediterranean seafood. Breathe in the aromas emanating from bunches of peonies, freesias and of course, roses, the queen of flowers.
Finally, take the weight off your feet at one of the many outdoor café and restaurant terraces.

The Cours Saleya market is a much-loved Nice institution that’s busy all the year round!

The fruit and vegetable market

le marché du Cours Saleya à Nice

The Cours Saleya Market

Olive oil: a Nice speciality

The flower market

Locally-produced olives

The living is easy in Nice!