Running in a strip right across central Nice, the Promenade du Paillon is a 12 hectare park (in effect) that has been described as the "green belt of Nice." It runs from the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art all the way, via Place Massena, to Promenade des Anglais, and it a terrific place to stroll, sit, people watch and breathe. Containing almost 1600 trees, perennial plants, shrubs and borders, it really is easy to see why some refer to Promenade du Paillon as the lungs of the city. One of the key features of the Promenade is the famous Miroir d'Eau - an enormous water mirror that you can run and splash about in. This is a key tourist spot and yet never feels crowded. In fact, it can be one of the most peaceful places in Nice. The Promenade gets its name (and largely, it's shape) from the River Paillon which now flows beneath the city, where once it flowed above. It was decided to send the river below ground through the city because it had a reputation for flooding. Following the Promenade du Paillon, you are effectively following the course of the river beneath your feet. I always come here when I visit Nice. It's the best place to disconnect and chill out.

Beautiful part of the city of Nice where there are also a large and beautiful playground and a great sort of water feature .. all really very nice. The part of the playground is closed so without danger and with lots of Things to do. Many in wood and for all ages. Too bad only a few benches compared to visitors and the light that illuminates little in the evening.

A very pretty spot in town with the big fountain that kids love to play in. Very busy area in between Vieux Nice and the more modern part of the city. We found some places to sit to enjoy all the activity.