The city of Nice is one of the favourite summer destinations that attracts many tourists. Its Promenade des Anglais, pebbled beaches, turquoise blue sea, sunny weather, Mediterranean restaurants, hilltop villages… leave no one indifferent. It is also the perfect place to go out and have aperitifs with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and the hills inland. Indeed, there is a range of rooftop bars in Nice that offer an idyllic setting where all the elements are gathered to spend a pleasant moment. It’s a change from the grey buildings of Paris!
Let’s take a closer look at the best rooftop bars in Nice:
1. Farago on the Roof
Located on the roof of the AC Hotel, Le Farago on the Roof is one of the best rooftop bars in Nice that you must try. You can eat and/or sip your cocktail in a relaxing place that offers a panoramic view of the Mediterranean Sea and the city of Nice.
- The menu for eating and drinking
- Opening hours : Monday to Sunday : 11am – 11pm
- Address : 59 Promenade des Anglais 06000 Nice
- Phone number : 04 93 97 90 90
2. La Terrasse du Méridien
Find all the elegance of the French Riviera at the Rooftop Bar of Le Méridien with a refined and chic decor and furniture. Perfect for sipping a good cocktail and savouring dishes prepared with fresh, local produce. Located at the crossroads of 1 Promenade des Anglais, its frontal position to the sea will offer you a relaxing and spectacular view directly on the turquoise blue sea.
- The menu for eating and drinking
- Opening hours : Monday to Sunday : 9am – 10.30pm (closed on Monday for lunch only)
- Address : 1 Promenade des Anglais, 06046 Nice
- Telephone number : 04 97 03 40 37
- Email address: Laterrasse.nice@lemeridien.com
3. The Rooftop of the Monsigny Hotel
A Rooftop Bar in Nice quite different from the others mentioned above since you won’t have the sea view. It doesn’t matter, located on the roofs of the Monsigny Hotel, the place is intimist with a 360° panoramic view. A real breath of fresh air away from the crowd, really more pleasant to enjoy a moment with friends, family, couple around a drink and tapas to share. Not forgetting the Jacuzzi area if you want to stay cool with a glass of wine in hand.
- The menu for eating and drinking
- Opening hours: Monday to Sunday: 4pm – midnight
- Address : 17 Avenue Malaussena, 06000 Nice
- Telephone number: 04 93 88 27 35
- Email address: info@hotelmonsignynice.com
4. The Bclub Rooftop at Hotel Boscolo
Another trendy rooftop on the Côte d’Azur located just a few steps from the famous Rue Jean Médecin. The Bclub Rooftop is not just any rooftop. With its sleek and sophisticated decoration, this special place is a privileged meeting place for Nice’s high society where you can enjoy gastronomic dishes inspired by Mediterranean and Italian cuisine. Like the rooftop of the monsigny hotel, the rooftop does not offer a sea view but rather a view of the pool and hills overlooking the city of Nice. A perfect place to get away from the crowd.
- The Dining Menu
- Drinks Menu
- Address: 12 Boulevard Victor Hugo, 06000 Nice
- Telephone: 04 97 03 89 89
- Email: contact.nice@boscolocollection.com
5. The Moon Bar at the Aston La Scala Hotel
A gastronomic restaurant on the rooftop of the Aston Hotel that is a must try. Located in the city centre, the rooftop offers an incredible panoramic view of the famous green corridor and the sea view in the distance. The Moon Bar also offers a swimming pool, solarium, sun beds and palm trees.
- The menu for eating and drinking
- Opening hours:
Rooftop Restaurant :
6May to October, Monday to Sunday from 12pm to 2pm and 7pm to 10pm (last orders at 10pm)
November to April, 7 days a week from 12pm to 2pm (last orders at 2pm)
Terrace & Bar :
From May to October, 7 days a week from 10am to 12:30pm
November to April, 7 days a week from 12pm to 5pm
- Address : 12 avenue Felix Faure, 06000 Nice
- Telephone: 04 92 17 53 09
- Email: reception@hotelastonlascala.com
6. La Calade Rooftop at the Radisson blu hotel
The radisson blu hotel located on the Promenade des Anglais for 25 years is no longer in need of introduction. On the roof of the hotel, it is an ephemeral restaurant whose menu was elaborated by Julia Sedefjian in partnership with the chef David Rodriguez. The restaurant opened its doors in June 2022 and offers a breathtaking view of the Bay of Angels. This advantage makes this place one of the best rooftops in Nice.
- The menu for eating and drinking
- Opening hours : Wednesday to Sunday from 7pm to 10pm
- Address : 223 Promenade des Anglais 06200 nice
- Phone number : 04 97 17 72 79
- Email contact@calade-rooftop-restaurant.com
7. L’EssenCiel at the splendid hotel
An 8-storey hotel located in the heart of Nice on which is perched a bar-restaurant offering an exceptional panoramic view of Nice and the hills (a change from the usual sea view). A perfect place to sip your cocktail
- The menu for eating and drinking
- Opening hours : Monday to Sunday : 12pm to midnight
- Address : 50 Boulevard Victor Hugo, 06000 Nice – France
- Phone number : 04 93 16 41 45
- Email : info@splendid-nice.com
8. The Rooftop of the Hotel Amour Nice
Impossible not to mention one of the trendiest hotels in Nice, the Hotel Amour. Located 500 meters from the Promenade des Anglais, the hotel is particularly appreciated for its original retro decor. In addition to offering rooms, you can dine in the restaurant only, where you will succumb to Greek and Lebanese dishes. In addition, the hotel has a private beach in Nice, the ideal place to sip a cocktail with friends under the blue sky of the French Riviera. Finally, on the 7th floor you will find the rooftop with swimming pool, which offers a panoramic view of Nice and the hills inland.
- The menu for eating and drinking
- Opening hours : Monday to Sunday from 7pm
- Address : 3, avenue des fleurs 06000 Nice France
- Phone number : 04 65 27 10 10
- Email : amour@hotelamournice.fr
9. The Rooftop of the Mercury Hotel
More discreet, you will find on the 8th floor a beautiful terrace where you will find the Sky Lounge bar, a swimming pool and a bioclimatic veranda with jacuzzi. The perfect place to relax with a 360° view on the city of Nice, the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea.
- The menu for eating and drinking
- Opening hours : Monday to Sunday from 9am to 11.30pm
- Address : 28 avenue Notre Dame 06000 Nice
- Phone number : 04 93 13 36 36
- Email : H1291@accor.com
10. The Rooftop of Bocca Nissa
Located in the heart of old Nice, don’t expect to be perched on the 8th floor of a hotel. The Bocca Nissa is a restaurant which has the merit of having one of the first rooftops in Nice of 250m2 entirely planted. The decoration is superb and meticulously thought out with wood and bamboo materials. You won’t have a sea view but a nice view on the Cour Saleya and the festive atmosphere. Added to this, you will taste the Mediterranean cuisine prepared with fresh and local products.
- The menu for eating and drinking
- Opening hours: Monday to Sunday: 12pm to 2pm and 7pm to midnight
- Address : 3 rue Saint François de Paule, 06300 Nice
- Reservation only on their website
So, what is your preference among all these rooftops in Nice?
