3–4 hours
2 languages
Instant confirmation
Private tour

Highlights

Make a perfect holiday in the sunny Mediterranean city of Nice by enjoying the relaxing seaside vibe and the cool breeze while strolling at the Promenade des Anglais - a stunning beach pedestrian walkway. Admire the picturesque vista of the city from the Castle Hill, learn about its prosperous past and vibrant culture when you travel back in time in the Old Town. Also, watch the everyday, unhurried lifestyle of the city at the Massena Square where you will come across the fountain of the sun.

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Official tour guide

Itinerary

Take a leisurely stroll at Massena Square, the main gathering venue of the city. Its characteristic checkerboard surface, along with the vibrant red facades and pastel-green window shutters of the surrounding neoclassical buildings, makes the site a real feast for the eyes. The highlight of all is the very often photographed Fountain of the Sun. It consists of sculptures symbolizing the planets: Earth, Mars, Venus, Mercury, and Saturn gathering around a huge statue of Apollo, the Sun God in the middle.
15 min
Drop in the adjoining Promenade du Paillon for pure relief in hot weather when you cool off your feet in the Mirror Of Water, a 3000m² shallow pool dotted with water jets that sometimes puff out a gentle cooling mist or shoot fountains of water high into the air.
15 min
Next, stroll across the Old Town, which showcases a veritable colorful palette of cozy squares, vibrant markets, baroque churches, and a jumble of pastel houses. The stunning period architecture of the town offers a chance to get carried away by the past, while the restaurants, shops, and galleries of local artists along narrow, shadowy streets provide a lot of opportunities for buying gifts and window shopping.
15 min
Stop by the Nice Cathedral, dominating one of the busiest squares in the Old Town, allowing thousands of passers-by to marvel at its majestic beauty every day. The imposing cathedral declared a Historic Monument in 1906 is one of the Old Town’s most iconic monuments.
20 min
As you move on, explore the Cours Selaya Market. Besides having been selling local flowers for more than 100 years, the market has a lot more to offer: delicious fruit and vegetables, fresh produce, and local specialties. The brightly colored displays, homemade local delicacies available for sampling, and the bustling sound make this place a real treat for all the senses.
15 min
Upon leaving the market, walk onto the Promenade des Anglais, meaning Walkway Of The English as it was developed by an Englishman at his own expense in 1820. The seven-kilometer thoroughfare provides an uninterrupted picturesque view of the azure sea, palm trees, and vibrant activities along the golden beach.
15 min
At the end of the tour, explore the Hill Castle, whose ruins are the foundation of the most popular park in the city. Located at the highest hill, the well-shaded park offers various vantage points to soak up the breathtaking panoramic view over the Old Town, the Port, and Nice Bay, and thus chances to take picture-postcard photographs. What’s more, the park houses a splendid large waterfall and some intriguing archaeological sites.
15 min

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Know before you go

Meeting point: At the Fountain of the Sun in the Massena Square, your tour guide shall be waiting with a Signboard.
Pickup: Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by: BlackBuck Travels

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Nice

Its from-price is 148% above the median of the 1011 experiences we list in Nice.
Its length is typical for the group.

About Nice

Nice is the sunny capital of the French Riviera, where a palm-lined promenade curves along a blue bay and a pastel old town buzzes with markets.

The Promenade des Anglais follows the Baie des Anges for kilometres, with pebble beaches and the turquoise sea on one side and grand hotels on the other. Vieux Nice, the old town, is a maze of narrow lanes, Baroque churches and ochre façades, and the Cours Saleya hosts a flower and produce market.

Top-ranked sights in Nice: Promenade des Anglais, Eze, Nice Old Town (Vieux Nice).

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