Nice: Old Town Walking Tour with Hidden Stories

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

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 ans the Roman heritage. Hear about the medieval fortress and its history.

Next, head to the Cathedral of Sainte-Réparate, the spiritual heart of Nice to hear about legends and unusual stories. Continue to the SG to hear about Albert Spaggiari, the "Sewer Robber," and other anecdotes and local legends.

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.

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, and the artists attracted by Nice, including Matisse.

What's Included

Live-tour guide
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

You will be able to recognize the guide thanks to his badge/ID

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Colline 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
  • 2

    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
Supplied by Cognosimo

Tags

Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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