Place du Palais de Justice: a pedestrian square

The pedestrian square in front of Nice's courthouse, located at the entrance to the old town, is home to Nice's courthouse, a neoclassical building constructed at the end of the last century, as well as the Palais Rusca, an annex to the courthouse and former military barracks. A pretty fountain connects the two buildings.

An interesting place to discover, but not necessarily a must-see. This place is more of a passing point, meaning that you will pass through it on your way to Old Nice but without necessarily stopping there... unless you want to enjoy a drink on one of the terrace cafés on the square. It is a good place to rest: neither too busy nor poorly located (a few metres from Cours Saleya and Old Nice).

The markets of Nice's Place du Palais de Justice

Another reason to stop at Place du Palais de Justice in Nice is the markets. Please note that they are not held all the time. Here are the main ones with their schedules.

Nice Painters and Artists Market

The 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
A very interesting market for art lovers and a pleasant place to visit for everyone else. It's a great opportunity to discover original works of art. Worth a visit even if you're not passionate about the subject.

Old Book Market on Place du Palais

The second Saturday of every month from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Old postcard market

The fourth Saturday of every month from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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