Year-End Holidays in Nice: The Bright and Eco-Friendly Experience at Hôtel Florence Nice
Where to spend the 2025–2026 holiday season in Nice? What to do, where to stay, and how to enjoy a bright, sustainable, car-free New Year’s Eve? In Nice—one of Europe’s warmest and most festive winter destinations—travelers enjoy the lights, the Christmas market, and the Mediterranean atmosphere. Located right in the heart of the city, the ***Hotel Florence Nice*** welcomes you for an eco‑friendly, central, 100% walkable celebration, perfect for welcoming 2026 with light and meaning. Discover what to do in Nice during the holiday season, and why staying in an eco‑committed hotel truly enriches your experience.
Nice, the ideal destination for the holiday season
In winter, Nice combines Mediterranean mildness, festive activities and excellent accessibility. Few cities let you enjoy New Year’s Eve on a terrace, in 10–13°C temperatures, with lively streets late into the evening.
What to do in Nice for the 2025 holiday season?
Here are the must‑see activities to enjoy a memorable holiday season in Nice:
- Stroll through the Christmas Market (28 November 2025 → 5 January 2026)
- Admire the lights on Jean Médecin, Masséna, and the Promenade du Paillon
- Dine in the festive restaurants of Old Nice
- Enjoy a rooftop with sea view to welcome 2026
- Have a January 1st brunch on a terrace
A light trail connects Jean Médecin, the Coulée Verte and Masséna.
Want to see a fireworks show? Head to Cannes or Monaco, offering spectacular displays only 25–30 minutes away by train.
The holiday atmosphere in Nice is unique: lights reflect on colourful façades, terraces stay lively until late, and the Mediterranean mildness creates a celebration both festive and soothing. At midnight, the atmosphere becomes magical, filled with laughter, music, sea breeze and shimmering lights across the city.
Why choose Hotel Florence Nice for the holiday season?
An eco‑friendly hotel to start the year right
Hotel Florence is one of the few Green Key‑certified hotels in Nice city centre, an international label for sustainable tourism. Here, ecology is not a slogan but a daily practice: zero single‑use plastic, rooftop beehive (house‑made honey), comprehensive waste sorting, eco‑label detergents, ongoing anti‑waste approach. Starting 2026 at Hotel Florence means making a positive resolution in a place that respects the planet.
Christmas activities at Hotel Florence
To extend the magic of Christmas through New Year’s Eve, the hotel offers festive and heartwarming activities for all guests:
- Wishing tree, festive treats, holiday breakfast buffet and more surprises.
- Photo spot & contest → 3 great prizes to win
- New Year’s Exclusive: On 31 December, a complimentary glass of champagne is offered by the hotel management.
These thoughtful touches create a cozy, festive atmosphere, perfect for getting into the holiday spirit as soon as you arrive.
Guests regularly highlight:
- the attentive and caring welcome,
- the quietness and comfort of the rooms,
- the ideal location for a car‑free central stay,
- the quality of the local breakfast,
- the impeccable cleanliness and the warm atmosphere.
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A 100% walkable New Year’s Eve: total freedom and zero pollution
Thanks to its central location, Hotel Florence allows you to experience everything on foot:
- 1 min → Avenue Jean Médecin: shopping & lights
- 8 min → Place Masséna: festive mood & decorations
- 10 min → Promenade des Anglais: seaside strolls & New Year countdown
- 12 min → Old Nice: festive bars & restaurants
- 5 min → Nice-Ville Train Station: easy arrival by train
A smooth, simple, accessible holiday… with a low ecological footprint.
Practical information to prepare your holiday trip to Nice
- Christmas Market → 28 November 2025 to 5 January 2026
- Lights → daily from 5 pm
- Airport access → Direct tram L2 (20 min) → Jean Médecin stop
- Train → Nice-Ville Station, 5 min walk
- Weather → 10 to 13°C during the day, ideal for strolling
- New Year’s Eve transport → reinforced services on selected tram and bus lines
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