Those looking for the perfect escape from the chilly November weather in the UK will be in for a lovely treat in this pretty French city.

Sitting atop the French Alps on the French Riviera, this southeastern gem offers so much, including warmer temperatures and plenty to see and do.

With most of the summer crowds gone, beaches are far quieter during this time.

The deep blue waters of the Cote d’Azur offer a dramatic backdrop for an elegant getaway.

So leave the heavy coats at home and embark on an autumn break in France’s second-largest city.

If strolls along the famed Promenade des Anglais basking in the warm autumn sunshine with quiet beaches and plenty of activities is your idea of heaven, then Nice in France deserves a spot on your November break.

This French city is famed for its idyllic beaches and a yachting harbor with its Old Town providing plenty of culture with music, art and local delicacies filling the air.

November in this European gem offers a delightful blend of pure relaxation, a cultural explosion and warm weather to boot.

Nice’s hilltop villages and seaside resorts have an unmistakable French charm but there is so much more to this city than a pebbly waterfront and pastel-colored buildings.

Providing an effortless mix of history, culture and nature, Nice offers art and architecture at every corner and were popular destinations for some of the world’s most famous artists including Van Gogh, Picasso and Matisse.

To soak up all its artistic wonders, museums in Nice are plentiful including The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (Mamac) and the Matisse Museum which houses the largest collections of Matisse paintings on display.

The region was once a European flower-trade hub which is still evident today at its most famous flower market with a daily hub of activity along its narrow Cours Saleya road separating Vieux Nice from the seafront.

Found in the historic district, the Cours Saleya is a feast for the eyes with colourful flower stalls and local produce offering the perfect quintessential French experience with the largest pedestrian area in Vieux Nice to soak up the vibes.

Those looking to explore more of the French Riviera will find themselves in the perfect spot as Nice is also a great base for  day trips along the Mediterranean coastline.

After soaking up all the culture, Nice offers culinary delights to suit all including its famous dish of cooked vegetables which originated in the region back in the 18th century known as ratatouille.

Other mouth-watering delights include its local culinary tradition of crispy chickpea pancake known as socca, a caramelised onion tart known as pissaladière or its world famous Nicoise salad.

“We loved strolling along the promenade,” wrote one TripAdvisor review.

“The city has done a fantastic job making this accessible to all including seating, lighting, etc. It’s a beautiful place even in the off season, maybe especially in the off season.”

Another added: “Nice has everything that a metropolitan and vibrant city has to offer and more than many others. 

“The icing on the cake is naturally its Promenade des Anglais, where you can sunbathe, ride a bike, play sports and enjoy your holidays.”