Cities Near Nice
Cities near Nice, France: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Monaco, Èze, Antibes. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Nice, France is Monaco, about 8 mi (13 km) away — roughly 28 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MonacoGlamour, casino and harbour | 8 mi / 13 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| ÈzeClifftop medieval village | 5 mi / 8 km | 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| AntibesOld town and the Picasso museum | 11 mi / 18 km | 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| CannesFilm-festival glamour and beaches | 16 mi / 26 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| MentonLemon gardens on the Italian border | 13 mi / 21 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Saint-TropezChic Riviera resort | 43 mi / 70 km | 1 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Grasse | 17 mi / 28 km | 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Fréjus | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Cuneo | 49 mi / 79 km | 1 hr 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hyères | 70 mi / 112 km | 2 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Nice
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Monaco, Èze, Antibes, Cannes, Menton. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Nice include Monaco, Èze, Antibes, Cannes, Menton. The closest is Monaco, about 8 miles (13 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.