Tanagra Parfumerie

Tanagra has stood on Rue Alphonse Karr, in the Carré d'Or, since 1977. The name refers to the antique Tanagra figurines, a symbol of Greek beauty. The house has become the reference address for niche perfumery in Nice.

You will find around fifty exclusive houses here, often unavailable elsewhere in town: Marc-Antoine Barrois, Kilian, BDK, Frédéric Malle, Lubin, Byredo, Initio, among others. The shop also houses a beauty salon, with body and face treatments, plus a selection of make-up, costume jewellery and accessories.

Good to know

The setting is hushed and confidential. Public car park Le Louvre is 50 metres away, the Jean-Médecin tram stop a few minutes off. Open Tuesday to Saturday, closed Sunday and Monday.

Visitor reviews

Highlights: Among lovers of rare perfumes, Tanagra regularly comes up as one of the best niche selections in the region. The choice of exclusive houses is the main reason to visit: you can smell fragrances the big chains do not carry. The personalised advice and the intimate feel of the shop are also praised. The dual perfumery-and-salon role draws a loyal clientele.

Areas for improvement: Niche perfumery comes at a price: the selection sits at the upper end, which can surprise. The shop is modest in size. The limited hours, closed Sunday and Monday, call for planning your visit.

Overall impression: The address to know if you are after a rare fragrance and sharp advice in Nice. You come for the selection, not for the prices.