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You’re looking for a fun way to explore the city at your own pace? Then, this city-exploration game is made for you! You’ll entertain all your group with interesting questions, while still teaching them fun facts about the city. Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help… Help him solve quizzes to gather as many points as possible. With this activity, you will be guided through the following 10 locations: Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, Basilica of Notre-Dame, Tête Carrée, Garibaldi Square, Cathedral of Saint Reparata, Masséna Square, Opera, Promenade des Anglais, Colline du Château, and Port Lympia. Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to a fun mission, multiple quizzes, as well as city guides about each monument. So, are you ready to explore Nice?
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Go to the first station (Saint-Nicolas Cathedral), or start wherever you like. To get started, download the Wanderway app and add your code (follow the instructions received in your booking confirmation email).
Itinerary
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1
Built between 1864 and 1868, the Basilica of Notre-Dame is the largest church in Nice.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2
The Square Head is a modern, avant-garde sculpture that doubles as a building. Designed by French artist Sacha Sosno and architects Yves Bayard and Francis Chapus, it represents a giant human head with a cube-shaped top. The head is 30 meters (98 feet) tall and 14 meters (46 feet) wide.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The square is named after Giuseppe Garibaldi, the Italian general and national hero who played a significant role in the unification of Italy. Garibaldi was born in Nice.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The cathedral is dedicated to Saint Reparata, the patron saint of Nice, whose relics were brought to the city in the 9th century.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Place Masséna is renowned for its architecture and for the large fountain featuring a statue of Apollo.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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This Opera House was designed by architect François Aune with assistance from Charles Garnier, who designed the famous Paris Opera House.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
7Promenade des Anglais
The Promenade des Anglais, often referred to simply as "La Prom," was constructed in the early 19th century. It was funded by the English aristocracy who frequented Nice during the winter months, hence the name "Promenade of the English."
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Castle Hill was the site of the original settlement of Nice and the location of a castle and military citadel built in the 11th century. The castle was a strategic military fortress until it was destroyed by the French army of Louis XIV in 1706.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The harbour has a long and storied history dating back to the 18th century. It was constructed under the orders of King Charles Emmanuel III of Sardinia and has since played a crucial role in the economic and social development of Nice. The port's name, "Lympia," derives from a nearby river that was used to fill the basin.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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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