The oldest garden on the Cote d Azur, extending from the Franciscan Monastery since 1546. 9,550 sqm Italian-style garden with central well, magnificent rose garden, and panoramic views of Nice and the sea. Matisse and painter Raoul Dufy are buried in the cemetery.
Free entry to garden and cemetery.
May-June for rose garden in bloom. Morning for peaceful atmosphere. Combine with Matisse Museum.
Bus 15, 17, 20, 22 to Arenes/Monastere stop. Same area as Matisse Museum and Roman ruins. 25 min from city center.
Garden: daily from 8:00. Closes 7pm (Apr-May, Sep), 8pm (Jun-Aug), 6pm (Oct-Mar). Franciscan Museum: Mon-Fri 9:00-18:00.
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