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Place Massena, Nice

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Place Massena features broad pathways, contrasting colors, and notable surrounding buildings. From here, the old city is within easy reach, as are the sea and the main shopping thoroughfares. The square has seven resin statues representing the seven continents, created by Jaume Plensa, a Spanish artist who specialized in monumental art. See Place Massena and all Nice has to offer by arranging your trip with our Nice online trip itinerary maker.
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  • By RamblingSpots
    Place Massena is right in the city center, connected to the pedestrian zone and only 5 minutes by walk from the Old Town and the seafront. From here you can walk in any direction and find...  more »
  • By Djflash8
    This large square is located in the center of Nice, there are very nice little restaurants, each street arrives on this square  more »
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  • By Nabil Elia
    Beautiful view, clean rooms, stuff are cool and helpful. Not the cheapest but not that expensive. Overall a pleasant experience
  • By Funke Ojutalayo
    Went into a lovely shop. Nice Minerales. Beautiful hand crafted jewellery. Lovely owners have just opened. Great gifts.
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