Castel Plage
8 Quai des États-Unis, Nice
Stretching along the iconic Promenade des Anglais, Nice's city beach runs for miles and is made up of pebbly shores. During summer, the beach is divided into a mix of private and paid sections operated by hotels, restaurants, and beach clubs, with a few free public areas in between. One of the gay-friendly spots along this stretch is Castel Plage, a paid beach section offering sunbeds, shade umbrellas, and a beach restaurant.