Chapelle Saint-Jaume ou Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur ou Saint-Giaume, Nice

Name: Chapelle Saint-Jaume ou Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur ou Saint-Giaume
Address: 1 Rue de la Poissonnerie, Nice, France

#64 among attractions in Nice

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Chapelle Saint-Jaume ou Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur ou Saint-Giaume

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Chapelle Saint-Jaume ou Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur ou Saint-Giaume, Nice

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The Church of the Annunciation, commonly known as the Church of Saint Rita, is a baroque church located in Old Nice at 1 rue de la Poissonnerie. It is also known as the Saint-Jaume chapel, the Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur chapel, and the Sainte-Rita chapel.

It is classified as a historical monument by decree of February 3, 1942.

Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 43°41'46"N, 7°16'35"E

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1 Rue de la PoissonnerieVieille Ville (Saleya - Château)Nice France

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Chapelle Saint-Jaume ou Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur ou Saint-Giaume – 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 Chapelle Saint-Jaume ou Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur ou Saint-Giaume?

Nearby attractions include Chapel of Mercy, Nice (2 min walk), Church of Gesù, Nice (2 min walk), Nice Cathedral, Nice (2 min walk), Palais Lascaris, Nice (3 min walk).

How to get to Chapelle Saint-Jaume ou Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur ou Saint-Giaume by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chapelle Saint-Jaume ou Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur ou Saint-Giaume:

Bus

Cathédrale - Vieille Ville • Lines: 12 (4 min walk)
Station J.C. Bermond • Lines: 12 (6 min walk)

Tram

Cathédrale - Vieille Ville • Lines: 1 (4 min walk)
Opéra - Vieille Ville • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)

Ferry

Nice Ferry Terminal (13 min walk)

Train

Nice-Ville (25 min walk)
Nice Riquier (25 min walk)