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- English
- French
Step beyond the postcard views and explore the stories, legends and traditions that shaped Nice. From the heights of Castle Hill to the colourful streets of Vieux Nice, your local guide will reveal the fascinating history behind one of the French Riviera's most beautiful cities.
Explore the atmospheric streets around Place Rossetti and uncover some of Nice's most surprising stories, from local legends to famous characters and unusual events.
Continue through Cours Saleya, the lively heart of Old Nice, where you will discover the traditions, flavours and everyday life of the city. Learn about Niçois cuisine, local specialties and the Mediterranean culture that still defines Nice today.
Along the way, discover how Nice transformed from a historic Mediterranean city into one of Europe's most famous destinations.
A perfect introduction to Nice for first-time visitors, history lovers and curious travellers looking to discover the city beyond the usual tourist highlights.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
You will be able to recognize the guide thanks to his badge/ID
Itinerary
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1Colline du Chateau
Begin your walking tour of Nice at Castle Hill, one of the strongest fortresses on the Mediterranean during the Middle Ages. Learn about the first people of Nice, the Greek foundation of Nikaia, and the Roman heritage of Cemenelum. Hear about the medieval fortress and the Siege of 1543, the legend of Catherine Ségurane, and how Louis XIV destroyed the castle.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Cathedrale Sainte-Reparate
Next, head to the Cathedral of Sainte-Réparate, the spiritual heart of Nice and the seat of the Diocese of Nice to hear about legends and unusual stories. Although the present Baroque cathedral dates mainly from 1650–1699, the site has been a place of Christian worship for almost a thousand years. Continue to the SG to hear about Albert Spaggiari, the "Sewer Robber," and other anecdotes and local legends.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Marche aux Fleurs Cours Saleya (Pass by)
Next, head to Cours Saleya, the heart of Old Nice, and learn about local life and traditional Niçois cuisine. Visit Maison Auer, Nice's oldest luxury confectioner, and Nicolas Alziari, a famous olive oil producer.
Admission ticket free -
Promenade des Anglais (Pass by)
Finally, learn about the birth of the Riviera and how Nice transformed from a quiet Mediterranean port into the world's first luxury winter resort. Hear about the British visitors who came to Nice, the Promenade des Anglais, Hôtel Negresco, and the artists attracted by Nice, including Matisse.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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