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Old Nice & Castle Hill Walking Tour: Explore the Charming Streets, Restaurants and Architecture

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Nice

Embark on a captivating walking tour of Old Nice and Castle Hill, exploring charming streets, restaurants, and architecture. Discover the hidden gems of Nice with breathtaking panoramic views and immerse yourself in the city's incredible charm.

Duration: 2 hours, 55 minutes

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Monument du Centenaire - This is the right place to start our tour, where I will tell you about the evolution of the city of Nice over the centuries… We will then head towards the famous Place Massena and more precisely towards the Fountain of the Sun.
Place Massena - With its beautiful Piedmontese architecture and its fountain of the sun housing the famous statue of Apollo, Place Masséna is the indisputable and essential lungs of Nice.
Marche aux Fleurs Cours Saleya - Visit the famous Flower Market on Cours Saleya with its bright colors and sublime scents, presenting the flowers of the region, including the famous lavender. Mondays are the time for the antique market.
Old Town - I will show you around the jewels of old Nice, its narrow cobbled streets, its alleys used to keep the cool in summer and the heat in winter. You will contemplate the facades of its old buildings in pastel tones and you will wander in its shops selling Nice soap, Provencal textiles, cheese, crafts and all this is added the scent of spices and food. In this marvelous picturesque and colorful place, you will discover countless restaurants, squares, churches, monuments, museums, cafes, wine bars, ice cream parlors…
The beautiful Place Massena, the green spaces, the Cours Saleya with its flower market, the exceptional architectural heritage, the pedestrian streets and the Promenade des Anglais will certainly not leave you indifferent.
Castle Hill of Nice - You will also enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the top of the castle hill. You will discover the magical view of the entire Promenade des Anglais, the famous waterfall, the large green park on the one hand and the beautiful port of Nice and the magnificent view of the hill of Mont Boron on the other hand.
Nice, a story that says a lot…

What's Included

Tourist guidance throughout the tour

What's Not Included

Snacks

Additional Information

NICE IDEAL TOURS invites you on a comprehensive and diverse journey where I’ll guide you through the gems of Nice.

In this stunning, picture-perfect locale replete with vibrant colours and grand architecture, wander through narrow cobblestone streets unveiling numerous restaurants, squares, churches, museums, cafes, wine bars, and ice cream shops…

Experience the beauty of Place Massena, the lush gardens and parks, the pedestrian-friendly zones, the Cours Saleya and the Promenade des Anglais that are sure to captivate your senses. After all, ‘Nissa la Bella’ possesses an irresistible allure!

Continuing on foot, soak in the impressive panoramic vistas from atop the castle hill. A spectacle of the waterfall, the Promenade des Anglais, old Nice, the splendid port and Mont Boron will unfold before you.

Tour duration: Ranges between 2h30 and 3h00, subject to the group’s pace.

For private tour inquiries, kindly send me a message
Private tours in ‘French language’ are also available.

This is a 2h50 walking tour. It is better to have very comfortable shoes. There are some small climbs along the circuit.

Location

1 Prom. des Anglais

Promenade des Anglais

I will be at the small square in the form of an arch at the foot of the centenary monument..It faces the sea..From the Promenade des Anglais you will see it very well..Just cross the road and you will be there are. It is 100 m from the hotel “Le Méridien”

Cancellation Policy

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

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932bertg

Jun 11, 2024

Highly recommendable guided tour - We highly recommend this guided tour! The guide knows a lot about the history of Nice and all kinds of recommendations (shops, food, things to visit, ...). He can also be reached via Whatsapp or e-mail for recommendations during the rest of your stay in Nice.

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Cynthia_w

Jun 9, 2024

Learn and have fun in Nice! - The walking tour of Nice was a well spent morning. Najib is a great guide, making history come alive! He also has given us a list of suggestions to further enjoy the area. The tour was fun and informative, I recommend it.

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Helen_j

May 30, 2024

Great Nice tour - this was an awesome tour! Nejib gives a ton of information on Nice yet gives it in a fun way so it's not boring. We got a much better appreciation for the city as opposed to walking around on our own. He also gave us good restaurant recommendations...they were yummy! Totally recommend this tour!

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Alaexpat

May 30, 2024

Excellent tour. - Excellent tour with knowledgeable and entertaining leader. Good introduction to Nice, its history and culture. The small group size was a real plus for me.

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Dave_g

May 27, 2024

Great tour guide - Informative & fun! Nejib knows his way around Nice and we recommend his services. We never would have gotten as much out of our time in Nice had we not hired Nejib to take us deep into the culture, history, and things to see of Nice.

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Sheryl_b

May 27, 2024

Day of Nice - Great tour with Nejib! He has great knowledge of Nice and surrounding areas. We saw so much and had some food from Nice. He was delightful and took many photos of us. We had a great history lesson and a test at the end. Haha it was great.

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634kathiem

May 24, 2024

Great tour of Nice - would go again - Be ready for walking - a LOT! But it is well worth the effort. Our guide was great - full of knowledge, a good sense of humor, and able to encourage cranky elders to keep walking. We got a painless history lesson about Nice, beautiful views of the city and bay, good food and shopping tips, instructions for not getting lost, and a bottle of water. 😊 We’d do the tour again - and, if you go to Nice, you should too!

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Caroll2401

May 23, 2024

Would highly recommend Nejib as a guide. Also he took time to take each individual photos. - Nejib, was an excellent guide, he was very attentive to all on the tour. Very witty & knowledgeable regarding the history of Nice

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Catherine_f

May 19, 2024

A terrific, entertaining and informative tour with Nejib! - Our guide, Nejib, was personable, funny and knowledgeable. We wandered all through Old Town, visiting churches, plazas, the open air market, monuments, and then the climb up Castle Hill. Along the way, Nejib kept us entertained and informed of the history, the stories and the culture of Nice. A 3-hour walking tour that passed quickly and left us with a solid overview and feeling for this beautiful city. Thank you, Nejib! Your tour was a highlight of our visit to Nice!

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