Nice, the capital and chief resort of the Riviera is an interesting halt on the way to the superbly glamorous destinations of Europe like Cannes and Monaco. It is none the less a haven for the jet set and the well-heeled tourist; and this is quite well evident from the swank shops, boutiques and markets embellishing its heart, always game to cater for a the global visitors' clan.
 So, it goes without saying that an experience of Shopping in Nice is sure to be only one of its kind in the whole world.
Not matter if you are craving to splurge or just not in a mood to pressurize your wallet that much, Shopping in Nice can still bring you a lot of fun that you will love to savor long after you have left the place. But before you set off to hit the city streets choc-a-bloc with numerous shops, get to know clearly what to Buy in Nice. - From the finest of fabrics of international as well as local brands to books, electronic gadgets and other photography trivialities, an all-round Shopping Experience in Nice can get you just anything and everything.
Check out some of the hottest destinations that house the most well-known Shopping Malls in Nice:
Ave Jean Médecin: This place boasts the largest number of the city's main shopping and department stores, of which the Nouvelles Galleries is the largest. Its seven floors house typical large department-store departments that offer French-English bilingual capabilities and specialize in dealing with "tax-free" purchases for non-European visitors.
Nice's modern "Mall": the Nice Etoile should also feature on your 'must-visit' list the boutiques and shops will bewitch you with their enviable stocks of goodies. You can also avail of their Nice-Etoile parking for a complete hassle-free shopping experience.
FNAC: This nation-wide chain includes many Markets in Nice that specialize in books, audio-visual equipment, electronics (hi-fi, television, video) and photography. The book section is a real cornucopia with the rarest of selections in store.
Rue de France: This is the sanctum for window-shoppers and for the ones who have mastered the art of picking the trendiest of stuffs while on a walk. The street runs from the end of the Place Massena almost parallel to the seaside, and is considered one of the most popular Nice Shopping Centers. And when you feel to take a short break, do fill yourself up with yummy tid-bits available at the street-side restaurants and cafés with lovely outdoor terraces.
Vieille Ville: The Old Town of Nice does not lag far apart when it comes to a Shopping in Nice. With small gift shops stocked with "artisan" crafts, regional items, and clothes, they add a signature feature to the city as a whole.
The Flea Market in Nice, known as the Marché a la Brocante et Antiquités on the Cours Saleya is also a must visit during the Mondays.
From shops specializing in designer labels to the ones selling Hiking Maps and Guidebooks, Nice has in offer for you everything. Just be here, to wrap in a fun shopping experience of a lifetime.
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