Experts' Choice Award Palais Lascaris
What the experts agree on
This stunning 17th-century Baroque palace showcases ornate architecture—including a magnificent vaulted staircase—plus Flemish tapestries, religious art, and a prized collection of antique musical instruments. Nice's finest mansion open to the
“The façade of this palace built in 1665 features balustraded balconies on carved marble consoles and pilasters.”
– Michelin Guide
Fodor's "The magnificent vaulted staircase, with its massive stone balustrade and niches filled with classical gods, is surpassed in grandeur only by the Flemish tapestries." Full review
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With a little luck, you'll be in time for one of the many classical concerts performed here
Frommer's "The Palais Lascaris is arguably the finest of these medieval mansions, and the only one open to the public... boy did they live in style." Full review
Time Out "A captivating collection of antique musical instruments on the third floor is... the most likely thing to detain visitors." Full review
Lonely Planet "Baroque Palais Lascaris is a 17th-century mansion housing a frescoed orgy of Flemish tapestries, faïence and gloomy religious paintings." Full review
Lonely Planet "The French Riviera Pass gives free access to many of the city's top sights, including the Palais Lascaris"
Lonely Planet "Hidden away on a quaint narrow street of the old town, the unassuming Palais Lascaris is a sight to behold once you step inside its 17th-century walls. This baroque palace is an absolute..."
