Place du Palais de Justice (Courthouse Square), Nice

Courthouse Square has recently received a well-deserved facelift. The whole area has been given a bit of a polish and shine, making it a delightful and picturesque neighborhood.

The fountain in front of the courthouse is absolutely gorgeous. The steps leading into the building lend themselves to getting an elevated picture of the surrounding area. They are also a great place to gather a large travel group to snap a shot with a nice backdrop of the Neo-Classical Palace.

While the building itself is very impressive, it is really the outside area that makes it worth visiting. The colorful pavement and cafés create a lovely ambiance, not to mention the street vendors who also add a nice touch and may have exactly what you need to fill that little void in your suitcase for a souvenir.

In the Place du Palais de Justice market you can spend hours browsing through vendor wares in the open air. There is something new to rifle through every week. The 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month are for second-hand books, old posters and antiques; the 2nd Saturday is all about local arts and crafts, while the last Saturday of the month is dedicated to vintage postcards and magazines.

Why You Should Visit:
Another one of Nice's finest squares, with plenty of activity both day and night!