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We are convinced that God created Nice last, after bringing countless divine wonders into the world, yet still remaining divinely Unsatisfied.
Today, it is no easy task to see Nice and the French Riviera as anything other than the idyllic postcard image dreamed of by the whole world. For the city of Nice—just as alpine as it is maritime—cannot be reduced merely to the yellow of the caressing sun or the azure blue of the whispering sea, much like a famous habit that does not make the monk. Such a perspective calls for a curious and receptive spirit.
Beware: there is a high risk of alpine avalanches of laughter and Mediterranean waves of warmth (human warmth, of course).
Remember, God created Nice last for a good reason. Let us discover it together.
Everyone is welcome to join in this divine co-adventure in Nice.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We invite you to meet under the arcades overlooking the intersection of Place Charles-Félix and Rue des Ponchettes. Your guide will be carrying a black bag with a sunny logo. Get ready: here we go!
Here you are, out safe and sound — and above all… full of curiousity!
Itinerary
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1Garibaldi Square
The starting point of your tour. Your guide will welcome you in this warm spot to immerse you in the waters of the sea and of Mother History — of this place embraced by God. Get ready to meet hunter-gatherers, Greek sailors, and the Dukes of Savoy. Watch your step! Once upon a time, this very place was submerged by the Mediterranean Sea. Benvengut! Yes indeed, you'll hear Nissart during this tour — the place itself demands it.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
Would you like to learn more about the Lascaris Palace, the Niçois heroine Catherine Ségurane, and the White Penitents, but are keen to avoid the beaten path? Nothing could be simpler: follow us.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A beautiful 17th-century building, which once housed the workplace of the strongest men in the Niçois world, and later offered a refuge to those in need. But in between, death sentences were pronounced here. What a story!
3 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The main street of medieval Old Nice. We’ll cross through it, because otherwise you might not hear your guide… and you’d completely block the way. What a disaster!
Admission ticket free -
4
How fortunate we are to be able to walk freely through this street, unlike members of the Jewish community in medieval times. This street was once their ghetto. Let’s learn more about their lives, in tribute to all those who have been persecuted, then and now.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Do people always eat well in Nice? No surprise there! But it hasn’t always been the case… So whatever you do, don’t come on an empty stomach!
3 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Would you like to learn more about the third most beautiful square in Nice (or the first, according to us), but still prefer to hear your guide without being jostled by lovers of the best ice cream in town? Let’s cross Place Rossetti together and position ourselves behind the Sainte-Réparate Cathedral. A moment of coolness and delightfully crisp anecdotes is guaranteed. Promise.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
All this time, your guide has sensed your burning desire to immerse yourself in the ordinary — and thus authentic — Niçois life. Here we are! Discover the history of Nice’s religious life and its baroque treasures, all while staying hidden from prying eyes. The church of Gèsu speaks to you, even if you’re not yet able to listen. That’s just how it is. That’s Nice.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
We certainly don’t mean to frighten you, but still, prepare yourself to meet the Black Death, the executioner of Nice… and don’t forget to bring your dirty laundry to dip it into the city’s last washhouse.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
When you discover exactly which medieval building became the final refuge of the great Niccolò Paganini, you’ll be scandalized by the splendor of the Palace of the Kings of Sardinia, just a stone’s throw away. But surely that strikes a chord with you.
8 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Esplanade Pompidou
It’s already been two hours since you last saw the sea. Since you’ve missed our beautiful sea so much… here we are! But be careful: you have now definitively left the medieval perimeter of Nice, and you find yourself on the edge of the New Town. By setting foot on the Promenade des Anglais, you’re stepping into the most recent chapter in the history of Old Nice. Be brave! May God watch over you in this bold exploration of all things new…
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Opera de Nice
How beautiful our Opera House is… It’s a pity it doesn’t face the sea. But look, right across from it — just there. The marvelous late Baroque church: Saint-François-de-Paule. She faces the sea. Or perhaps she’s gazing at the Opera. It’s up to you to decide!
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12Les Ponchettes
It's been two whole hours since you last saw the sea. And since you've been missing our beautiful Mediterranean so badly — here we are. But beware! The moment you set foot on the Promenade des Anglais, you step into the most recent chapter of Old Nice's history. Take heart! And Godspeed as you venture into all this novelty...
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility difficulties. Please reach out to us so we can explore alternative routes together.
- We kindly ask you to wear comfortable shoes, preferably with non-slip soles, as the tiles and cobblestones covering Old Nice can be slippery.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility difficulties. Please reach out to us so we can explore alternative routes together.
- We kindly ask you to wear comfortable shoes, preferably with non-slip soles, as the tiles and cobblestones covering Old Nice can be slippery.
- Please also remember to bring a bottle of water.
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Cancellation Policy
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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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