Fontaine des Tritons, Nice

Name: Fontaine des Tritons
Address: Nice, France

#71 among attractions in Nice

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The Fountain of the Tritons, also called Fountain of the Phoceans, is a communal fountain of the city of Nice.

It is located in the Albert-Ier garden near the avenue des Phocéens and in the axis of the rue Saint-François-de-Paule. The fountain is formed by a group of four white marble tritons, supporting a basin that feeds the conch of the tritons with a trickle of water falling into a circular basin on the ground.

Coordinates: 43°41'45"N, 7°16'7"E

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Medecin (Place Masséna)Nice France

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Fontaine des Tritons – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: MAMAC, Palais Lascaris, Castle of Nice, Place Masséna.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fontaine des Tritons?

Nearby attractions include Sylvan Theater, Nice (2 min walk), Place Masséna, Nice (4 min walk), Neuf Lignes Obliques, Nice (4 min walk), Moulin à Huile d'Olive Alziari, Nice (4 min walk).

How to get to Fontaine des Tritons by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fontaine des Tritons:

Bus

Albert 1er / Phocéens • Lines: 12, 230A, Ncv (1 min walk)
Albert 1er / Verdun • Lines: 12, 230A, Exp3 (3 min walk)

Tram

Masséna • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Opéra - Vieille Ville • Lines: 1 (7 min walk)

Train

Nice-Ville (19 min walk)
Nice - CP (26 min walk)

Ferry

Nice Ferry Terminal (22 min walk)