Between the Promenade des Anglais and the narrow streets of Old Nice, travelers rarely leave empty-handed: the must-have souvenirs of Nice boil down to 9 easy-to-carry ideas:
- 🥐 Socca Chips
- 🍋 Jams from La Maison du Citron
- 🫒 Olive oil Nicolas Alziari
- 🍬 Sweets from Confiserie Florian
- 🍷 Vin de Bellet AOC
- 💐 Scents from Fragonard or Parfumerie Molinard
- 🎨 Colorful ceramics from the South
- 👕 Labricotblanc T-shirt “Pan Bagnat”
- 🍫 Ganaches from Maison Auer
Focus on these specialties, where to buy them and how to bring them back without hassle.
Top 9 Nice souvenirs: description, average price and store 📦
Each gift tells a piece of local history, from the land to artisanal know-how.
| Souvenir 😍 | Where to buy 📍 | Neighborhood | Average price 2025 (€) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Socca Chips | Delicatessen Origines, 15 Rue de la Préfecture | Old Nice | 4.90 |
| Jams La Maison du Citron | Mentonnais Stand, Cours Saleya Market | Old Nice | 7.50 |
| Olive oil Nicolas Alziari | Alziari Boutique, 14 Rue Saint-François de Paule | Opéra | 12.90 |
| Confiserie Florian | 14 Quai Papacino | Port Lympia | 8.00 |
| Vin de Bellet AOC | Château de Bellet, 482 Chemin de Saquier | Bellet Hill | 24.00 |
| Perfumes Fragonard | 11 Rue Sacha Guitry | Jean-Médecin | 30.00 |
| Provencal ceramics | Atelier des Cigales, 1 Rue de la Boucherie | Old Nice | 15.00 |
| Labricotblanc T-shirt | E-shop & Pop-up, 3 Rue Cassini | Port | 28.00 |
| Chocolates Maison Auer | 7 Rue Saint-François de Paule | Opéra | 11.00 |
Why do these specialties make the difference?
• Authenticity: each product is made locally or in the hinterland.
• Long shelf life: practical for train or plane return.
• Gift format: carefully wrapped, often described on the label.
The next stop? Find out where to track down these treasures without wasting a minute of vacation.
Where to buy your souvenirs in Nice: markets, shops and workshops 🛍️
From Cours Saleya to the hills, several addresses concentrate the finest selection of Nice specialties.
- 🌸 Cours Saleya: flower and local product market (every morning except Monday).
- 🫒 Alziari and L’Olivier de Leos (8 Rue Saint-Vincent): scented oils, tapenades.
- 🍯 Delicatessen of Maison Barale, 7 Rue Ste-Réparate: vacuum-packed Niçoise ravioli.
- 🍬 Confiserie Florian (Port): free tours and tastings of crystallized violets.
- 🍋 Stand La Maison du Citron at the “Gare du Sud” market (Wednesday & Saturday).
Inspired? Continue with this complete guide to Nice markets or explore 10 places to buy souvenirs in Nice.
Gourmet addresses under €10
- 🥖 Socca Chips at René Socca kiosk, 2 Rue Miralheti.
- 🌿 Bulk Herbes de Provence at A l’Olivier, 30 Cours Saleya.
- 🍭 Berlingots at Confiserie Florian, mini size.
For other “budget” ideas, compare with selections from Spain cheap or Toulon.
Transport, customs and preservation: tips before packing your suitcase ✈️
A broken or confiscated souvenir rarely pleases. Here’s how to avoid pitfalls.
- 🧊 Fresh products: prefer sterilized jars from Maison Barale or soft coolers (available at Monoprix Place Garibaldi).
- 📏 Liquids: Fragonard perfume bottles of 100 ml for carry-on.
- 🫙 Oils & wines: pack in an insulated pouch + bubble wrap (often offered at Alziari boutique).
- ⛔ Non-EU customs: Vin de Bellet limited to 2 l/person.
- 💡 Tip: convert your purchase receipt to Tax Free via the CVS Mobile app before the airport.
| Product | Shelf life | Recommended packaging | Customs risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Socca Chips 😋 | 6 months | Vacuum-sealed bag | Low |
| Olive oil 🫒 | 18 months | 250 ml metal bottle | Medium (liquid) |
| Fragonard perfume 💐 | Unlimited | 100 ml spray bottle | High outside the EU |
| Vin de Bellet 🍷 | 5-7 years | Carton for 2 bottles | Medium (quantity) |
Need more transport tips? Compare with our experiences in Mexico or Norway.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which souvenir is easiest to carry on a plane?
The Socca Chips vacuum-sealed: they weigh less than 150 g and are not affected by temperature changes.
Where to find a discovery set of Nice perfumes?
The Parfumerie Molinard offers an “Esprit Riviera” kit with 5 mini bottles, 20 Rue Saint-François de Paule.
Are there vegan souvenirs in Nice?
Yes: citrus jams from La Maison du Citron, organic Herbes de Provence at Cours Saleya, and Socca Chips (chickpea flour).
What budget to plan for 3 gastronomic gifts?
Count around €30: 1 Alziari oil (€12.90) + 1 lemon jam (€7.50) + 2 packs of Socca Chips (€9.80).
Is it possible to visit Confiserie Florian for free?
Yes, the production workshops are free to visit every afternoon at 2 pm and 3 pm, including tastings.
