Plage Publique de Castel — Attraction in Nice

Best part of the Nice beach line apart from the paid parts which are totally worth it if you want to be catered too. Signs say clearly No Dogs Allowed but if you got a mellow dog that stays near you (under an umbrella!), you shouldn't have any problems. After many years of going there, I have yet to see any patrolling at this end of the beach. Only drawback is that there isn't any sand, only stones, so finding a comfortable position to lie down all day isn't easy. Most of the other beach goers are for the most part are mellow though there will be children around you. When the sun sets, it's beautiful and perfect for a...

A very clean and beautiful beach right next to the old town and the scenic overlooks, so if you get hot climbing up and down there you can always take a quick dip in the sea.

Spend the better part of a day here, it can be deceiving with how hot it is due to the sea breeze so make sure you top yourself up with suncream.

It can be very busy here, and people will get quite close just to find a spot. We also spotted a jellyfish along the shoreline, still in the water, so just a little bit of caution was needed when paddling, not sure on how painful it would be to be stung, but probably something you'd...

Incredible water and beach. Important to have water shoes to help with the stones - and you can pick a pair of cheap goggles at a nearby market/shop to see jellyfish which are sometimes quite prevalent.

It was never too crowded - also Easy enough to take some snacks and a bottle of wine with you!

Crystal-blue water you...