The Cours Saleya Market sits in the Old Town of Nice, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southern France. It is an open-air market, set out along the street in the heart of the old quarter, and it makes an easy and pleasant stop for anyone walking through the city centre.
What you will find
The market is known for its local flowers, fresh produce and regional specialties. Stalls offer the colours and smells of the season, and it is a good place to see what the area grows and makes. Visitors who enjoy food often find it an enjoyable way to understand the local table.
A market that changes on Mondays
On Mondays the atmosphere shifts, as the stalls give way to an antique market. If you are interested in old objects and browsing, this is the day to plan for. On other days the focus is firmly on flowers and food.
Around the market
- The Old Town streets that surround the market, with their narrow lanes and older buildings
- The city's seafront and promenade, a short walk away
- Cafés and terraces nearby, where you can pause after looking around
The Cours Saleya suits a relaxed visit: an hour or two to wander, look and buy something to eat, combined with a stroll through the Old Town. It is best approached without a fixed agenda, letting the colours and the stalls set the pace.