Chic souvenir shops in Nice are concentrated around Vieux-Nice, the Promenade des Anglais and the Carré d’Or: the three most sought-after addresses in 2025 are Fragonard Cours Saleya, La Chaise Bleue rue du Collet and Riviera Souvenirs avenue de Verdun, open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., perfect for bringing back a “Côte d’Azur Chic” perfume, an Art Deco poster or a chocolate pebble. After this brief overview, a closer look at the stores that elevate the Nice way of life and the opening hours to remember.
Must-visit addresses for chic shopping in Nice
The Cours Saleya – Masséna – Promenade triangle concentrates the most elegant Nice Souvenirs. Each boutique stands out with refined displays, bilingual service and limited editions created within 50 km.
| 🛍️ Shop | Neighborhood | Hours 2025 | Signature souvenir |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azur Boutique | Promenade des Anglais | Mon-Sun 10 a.m.-8 p.m. | “Prom’1950” poster 🌴 |
| La Chaise Bleue | Vieux-Nice | Tue-Sun 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Mini design chair 🔵 |
| Riviera Souvenirs | Carré d’Or | Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | Chocolate pebbles 🍫 |
| L’Atelier des Souvenirs | Port Lympia | Tue-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Embroidered linen “Nissa” 🧵 |
| Boutique des Parfums (Fragonard) | Cours Saleya | Mon-Sun 9 a.m.-7 p.m. | “Parfums de la Côte” water 🌺 |
- 🌞 Early morning visit to stroll without crowds.
- 🚲 Free bike delivery of purchases throughout central Nice.
- 🎁 Premium wrapping free for purchases over €40.
Need inspiration in other cities? The selections from Bali, Brussels or New York illustrate the “souvenir-gallery” trend that also inspires the Côte d’Azur.
Spotlight on three high-end stores
Camille, a buyer for a Parisian concept store, picks exclusive pieces every season: she always reserves a full morning at La Chaise Bleue for her tableware art objects, then heads to Riviera Souvenirs to get the cocoa-coated pebbles that amuse her foreign clients. Finally, a must-stop at the Boutique des Parfums for the new “Néroli du Cap” scent launched this spring.
Perfumeries in Nice: the “Parfums de la Côte” universe
Nice carries on the Grasse tradition: local materials, low-temperature distillation and recyclable cases dominate the new collections. The discovery workshop, just steps from the flower market, reveals the process in 30 minutes.
- 💐 Composition of orange blossom & mastic: a typical bouquet.
- 🌊 Marine mist accord: a nod to the Bay of Angels.
- 🪻 Maceration of lavender amber: a classic Riviera touch.
Olfactory workshop: key figures
| 📅 Duration | 🎫 Price | 👥 Capacity | 💡 Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 min | €45 | 12 people | 15 ml bottle included 🎉 |
To vary the pleasures, compare with artistic souvenir experiences at the Louvre or the marine creations of Île de Ré.
Design objects: from La Chaise Bleue to artist pebbles
The Côte d’Azur inspired pop icons since the 1950s: Charles Tordo’s chair, stylized railway posters, and Vallauris ceramics. Today, these creations reinterpret the Côte d’Azur Chic spirit.
- 🔵 Mini La Chaise Bleue in recycled resin: €29.
- 🎨 Signed litho poster “Nice Jazz 1954”: €45.
- 🍫 Chocolate pebbles: box of 12 pieces, €18.
Local success story: the chocolate pebbles
The idea was born in 2011: to reproduce the famous beach pebbles but in praline. Sold at 500,000 units per year, this gourmet souvenir appeals to 65% of foreign visitors, half of whom leave with an extra box to give as a gift. An anecdote that shows how a small visual detail can become an emblem, like tielles from Sète or glazed chestnuts from Ardèche.
Practical advice: hours, budget and preferred time slots
A weekend is enough to complete your shopping route stress-free. The trick: schedule visits between 1 p.m.-3 p.m., a lull when locals have lunch.
| ⏰ Time slot | 📈 Crowd level | 🤝 Service | 💶 Possible discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Medium | Standard | – |
| 1 p.m.-3 p.m. | Low 😎 | Personalized | 5-10 % |
| 5 p.m.-7 p.m. | High | Fast | – |
- 📦 Tax-free from €100 purchase for non-EU visitors.
- 🛫 Worldwide shipping service (tracked parcel 48h for EU).
- 🚦 Anticipate traffic: the old town becomes pedestrian every evening.
To find more original addresses, check out the “Genshin Impact Shop” guide that details limited edition purchasing techniques, also useful in Nice.
FAQ – Souvenirs from Nice in 2025
Which typical souvenirs to bring back from Nice under €20?
A sachet of lavender from the flower market, a chocolate pebble from “Riviera Souvenirs” or a scented soap from “Parfums de la Côte” cost between €6 and €18.
Where to find an exclusive perfume inspired by the Mediterranean?
The Boutique des Parfums Fragonard, Cours Saleya, offers the “Eaux d’Azur” range sold exclusively in Nice and online during summer.
Do Nice’s chic shops deliver internationally?
Yes, Azur Boutique and La Chaise Bleue ship within 72 hours to 28 countries, with insurance included.
Is there a discount card for fans of local crafts?
The “Made in Riviera” pass (€25) offers 10% off at eight partner stores, valid for 12 months.
Can you participate in a souvenir workshop to create your own object?
L’Atelier des Souvenirs holds a personalization workshop for linen tea towels every Saturday, €35 including materials, online booking required.
