Nice World War II Historical Walking Tour
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore the poignant history of Nice during World War II on this 2 to 2.5-hour walking tour. Discover significant sites including the Mairie de Nice, where discussions unfold about the Vichy regime, and stroll along the Promenade des Anglais, revealing the fortifications built during the war. Delve into the experiences of locals under occupation, and visit the Mur des Déportés and Mur des Justes, which highlight the plight of Jewish citizens and acts of resistance. This tour provides a rich understanding of Nice's wartime narrative, led by an informed guide who shares insider stories and historical insights. - Duration: 2 to 2.5 hours of insightful exploration - Visit key historical locations such as Palais de la Préfecture and the old-Casino place - Learn about the impact of the war on local life and society - Engage with an expert guide for a deeper understanding of the era
Inclusions
What's included
- French and English speaking guides
Itinerary
Learn about Nice’s situation before 1939, the Fall of France in 1939 and the Vichy Regime
Learn about people's life in Nice during the Vichy Regime, the Italian Occupation and its downfall
Many of Nice's luxury hotels lost their glamorous role during the war. Some became: -military headquarters, -hospitals (Negresco), -accommodation for officers, -administrative buildings
Learn about the fortifications of the seafront called "The European Wall"
Learn about the situation of Jewish people before the WW2, the status of Jews before and during the German occupation and their deportation
Learn about the "Marcel network", which helped to save many Jewish children by hiding them in religious institutions or families and how Nice became an important centre of resistance
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Wait in front of the building. You will be able to recognize the guide thanks to his badge/ID
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Cognosimo
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Nice
- Its from-price is 26% below the median of the 1011 experiences we list in Nice.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
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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