Nice in 3 Days: Riviera Gems & Gastronomy

Day 1

Discover Old Nice & The Promenade

Immerse yourself in the history of Nice, from its old town charm to the iconic Promenade des Anglais.

Deli Bo pastry

Food & Drink

Castle Hill

Outdoors

This historic hilltop park offers dramatic city & sea views, a man-made waterfall & a cafe.

★ Walking Tour of Old Nice and Castle Hill

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★ #1 Most Rated Walking Tour, in Nice♡ ★ NICEFUNTOURS - If the tour is fully booked on the date you wish, please contact us - We might have still avaibility ★ Check out the video of the walking tour here: bit.ly/NiceCityTour ★ The walking tour of Nice is an essential part of the time spent by all visitors to the Côte d'Azur: iconic sites and a dive into the fascinating history of the city await you! ★ On the Tour, you will taste the Iconic local delicacy "Pissaladière" Made by my mum! ☺️ ★ Get Top Tips from a Local What is the best restaurant in town that you absolutely must visit? Which local dish will make you remember Nice. You will get a list of the best place to go so you don't fall into those tourist traps. ★ I look forward to taking you to the best place of what the city has to offer and getting the most out of your trip to one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. À bientôt! ★ We can provide private tours, please get in touch prior - NiceFunTours

$34.19 per person

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For lunch head to La Rossettisserie, a 5-minute walk down the hill from the castle.

The Rossettisserie

Food & Drink

Homestyle, meat-based mains served with potatoes or ratatouille in a folksy, cave-like interior.

Time to explore Old Nice (Vieux Nice)

Spend the afternoon wandering the colourful, narrow streets of Old Nice. La Rossettisserie is located in this area, so just start exploring!

old nice

Outdoors

Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate de Nice

Religious

Baroque cathedral housing paintings, 3 organs & altar with the remains of the martyred St Reparata.

Promenade des anglais Sea Front

Art & Culture

End your day with a meal at Le Plongeoir, a unique restaurant built on a rock in the sea, just a 30-minute scenic walk along the Promenade

Le Plongeoir - Cuisine Méditerranéenne Nice

Food & Drink

Mediterranean mainstays & cocktails served atop a rocky outcropping with views of the harbor.

Day 2

Museums & Markets

Dive into Nice's cultural and culinary scenes, visiting renowned museums and bustling markets. We start at the Musée Matisse

Musée Matisse

Art & Culture

Set in an elegant 17th-century villa, this museum of Matisse paintings offers tours & a library.

Have lunch at Lou Balico, a 10-minute bus ride away, known for its traditional Niçoise cuisine.

Lou Balico

Food & Drink

Marc Chagall National Museum

Art & Culture

Museum dedicated to paintings & work in other media by Russian-born French artist Marc Chagall.

Visit Marc Chagall Museum and Cimiez district

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Thanks to your private tour guide, you can absorb yourself by Chagall's magical world of love, balance, soothing colors, music, hybrid figures and allegories — a poetry which is bound to nourish your spirit and experience from which you will emerge.

$121.33 per person

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Explore the Cours Saleya Market

Head to the Cours Saleya Market, a 20-minute tram ride away. Enjoy the vibrant flower, fruit, and vegetable markets.

Marché Aux Fleurs Cours Saleya

Art & Culture

Long-running outdoor market featuring fresh cut flowers as well as local produce & food products.

Modern and Contemporary Art Museum (MAMAC)

Art & Culture

Modern towerlike building containing collections of avant-garde art from American & France.

End your day with a dinner at Oliviera, a 5-minute walk from the museum, known for its olive oil dishes.

Oliviera

Food & Drink

Wholesome, unpretentious Mediterranean dishes at a cozy venue with an olive oil shop.

Day 3

Enjoy Nice's Natural Beauty

Experience Nice's incredible natural beauty, from the azure waters of the Mediterranean to the panoramic views from Mont Boron.

Café Paulette

Food & Drink

Nice Port

Art & Culture

This waterside neighborhood has served as the city's port since the mid 18th century.

Mediterranean Coastal Sightseeing Cruise from Nice

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Explore the Mediterranean coastline and enjoy spectacular coastal views on this 1-hour sightseeing cruise from Nice. Hop aboard your sightseeing boat at the Port of Nice and head out into the Baie des Anges. Cruise round the Cap de Nice to the Citadelle and marvel at the ancient villages sitting high on the hillsides. Learn about the French Riviera's history from the informative onboard commentary and take in beautiful views of the famous Promenade des Anglais from your vantage point on the waves.

$26.47 per person

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Lunch at

Enjoy lunch at Jan, a Michelin-starred restaurant, a 10-minute walk from the port. It’s important to book well in advance

Restaurant JAN

Food & Drink

Compact fine dining restaurant serving whimsical South African cuisine & upscale picnic boxes.

Hike Mont then time to relax

Take a bus from the port to Mont Boron, a forested hill offering panoramic views of Nice and the Mediterranean. After this lovely hike relax at Coco Beach, a hidden gem with clear waters, a 10-minute walk away.