France

Nice

Sun-washed promenades, painted old streets, and the sea right at the door.

Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Very expensive

Food$$$$$About $78 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $230 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $7.6 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇪🇺 EUR =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

NCENice Côte d'Azur AirportMain airport for Nice, on a landfill at the western edge, about 7 km from the centre.

How	Cost	Time
Bus 12Old Town via Promenade des Anglais	€1.70	30-40 min
Runs roughly 05:30 to 21:00. Use the underpass to reach Terminal 1 from the outbound stop.
Tram line 2Jean Médecin station, city centre	€10 one-way (l'Aéro pass)	20-25 min
Ride free to Grand Arénas, then buy a €1.70 ticket for the rest of your trip. Cheapest option is the free ride plus the regular ticket.
Ride share (Uber / Bolt)City centre	€15-20	15-25 min
Use the marked ride-share zone. Traffic can slow it down.
TaxiCity centre	€20-30	15-25 min
Agree the fare or check the meter. Taxi drivers at the rank have a reputation for overcharging.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Nice

Getting around

Tram line 2 to the airport and centre, then walk the Old Town and seafront.

MetroNo metro in Nice. Use tram line 2 and buses instead.
BusLignes d'Azur buses charge €1.70 a ride, with a transfer allowed within 74 minutes. Buy a top-up card or pay with contactless. Always validate.
Taxi / ride appsTaxis are pricey and some overcharge. Uber and Bolt both operate, with a ride-share pick-up zone at the airport.
Rental carDriving is hard in the centre: one-way streets and scarce metered parking. Use an underground car park, roughly €8-10 a day.
Walking ★The centre is walkable. Old Town and the seafront are close to each other.
Tram ★Tram line 2 links the airport with the centre (Jean Médecin). It runs about every 8 minutes on weekdays, roughly 04:30 to after midnight.
FerryFerries run from Nice port to Corsica. Check local schedules before you go.
Shared bikes / e-scootersShared bikes and e-scooters are available in parts of the city.

Recommended stay★ 1 night (2 days)

One night works: the Promenade, Vieux Nice, Cours Saleya, and the castle hill form one walking day, and skipping beach time makes two nights unnecessary.

Best for

FoodSocca, market stalls and seafront dinners in the Old Town.
Old TownNarrow lanes, baroque churches and the Cours Saleya market.

Weather by month

13°5°Jan🌧 6d

13°6°Feb🌧 7d

15°7°Mar🌧 7d

18°10°Apr🌧 8d

21°14°May🌧 9d

25°18°Jun🌧 7d

28°21°Jul🌧 3d

29°21°Aug🌧 4d

25°18°Sep🌧 6d

21°14°Oct🌧 9d

16°9°Nov🌧 9d

14°6°Dec🌧 6d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Mild Mediterranean climate: warm, sunny summers and mild winters, with rain spread across the year.

Best time: May to June and SeptemberHighs of about 21-25°C and fewer rain days than autumn. Good for walking and the beach.
Hot summers (July and August)Highs of 28-29°C and the fewest rain days, around 3-4. Go to the beach early and rest in the afternoon.
Wettest in May and OctoberAbout 9 rain days a month. Keep a compact umbrella and plan museum visits for showery days.
Cool wintersLows of about 5-7°C from December to February. Bring a warm jacket for evenings by the sea.
Shoulder seasonsApril and October are mild, with highs of 18-21°C. Good for sightseeing with smaller crowds.
What to packLayers for changing temperatures, comfortable walking shoes for the hills, sun hat and sunscreen for summer, and a light rain jacket for autumn.

Landmarks 16

Must-see · 8

1
Promenade des Anglais
This long seafront promenade is the city's most famous walk, lined with palm trees, belle époque hotels and the pebble beach. It is best at sunset when the Baie des Anges glows. Walk it early morning or late afternoon to avoid the midday heat, and bring water.
2
Vieux Nice
The Old Town is a maze of ochre and pastel buildings, narrow lanes, churches and small squares full of cafés. Its lively atmosphere and local food make it the heart of Nice. Wander without a map, and go in the evening when the lanes are busiest.
3
Castle Hill (Colline du Château)
This hilltop park offers the best panoramic views over the bay, the Old Town and the harbour. It also has waterfalls, shaded paths and ruins of an old castle. Reach it by the lift or stairs from the Old Town, and visit at sunset for the views.
4
Cours Saleya Market
This open-air market sells flowers, fresh produce, olives and local specialities, and is set among restaurants in the Old Town. It is busiest in the morning and is a good place to see daily Niçois life. Go before noon, as stalls thin out by early afternoon.
5
Place Masséna
This grand, sunny square, with its red and ochre facades and fountains, is the gateway between the Old Town and the modern city. It is a popular meeting point and a good spot for a coffee break. It is easy to reach on foot or by tram.
6
Musée Matisse
This museum in the Cimiez hills holds a large collection of works by Henri Matisse, who lived and worked in Nice for decades. The villa and gardens are as appealing as the art. Check opening hours before going, as the museum is closed on some days, and reach it by bus.
7
Musée Marc Chagall
This museum sits in the Cimiez hills and houses the largest public collection of Marc Chagall's Biblical Message paintings. The setting among pine trees makes it a calm visit. Pair it with the Matisse museum nearby, and check the schedule ahead of time.
8
Èze Village
This medieval hilltop village above the sea is one of the Riviera's best-known sights, with stone lanes, galleries and views down to the coast. It is a short trip from Nice and is usually visited by bus or guided tour. Go early to avoid the day-tripper crowds, and wear comfortable shoes for the steep paths.

Cultural

Park 1

Market 1

Old Town 2

Museum 2

Historical Square 1

Christian 1

Traditional Village 1

Natural

Beach 3

Activities

Amusement Park 2

Festival 1

Filming Location 1

Day trips from Nice

Cannes · 20 min by train

★★★★☆ · Half day · 34 km from Nice

Best way: The train takes about 20 minutes from Nice-Ville and runs 16 times a day, far faster than the 1h 14m bus.

Take a direct TER train from Nice-Ville to Cannes-La Bocca or Cannes station, about 35 to 45 minutes, then walk to the seafront Croisette.

Train ★20 min · from €9
Bus1 h 14 · from $4-$29
Car35 min · taxi ≈ €60

What to see

La Croisette promenade
Le Suquet old town
Palais des Festivals
Forville market
Lérins Islands boat trip

4 landmark quests to check off here

Good to know

The Croisette seafront is the main draw and is an easy walk from the station.
Expect large crowds and higher hotel prices during the Cannes Film Festival in May.

Antibes · 11 min by train

★★★★☆ · Half day · 22 km from Nice

Best way: The train takes about 11 minutes and runs 33 times a day, with the old town a short walk from the station.

Take a regular TER train from Nice-Ville toward Cannes or Menton; it takes about 15 to 20 minutes to Antibes station, then a short walk into the old town.

Train ★11 min · from €6
Bus36 min · from $2-$7
Car29 min · taxi ≈ €40

What to see

Picasso Museum in Château Grimaldi
Old town ramparts
Cap d'Antibes coastal path
Marché Provençal
Port Vauban

1 landmark quest to check off here

Good to know

The old town and ramparts are the main sights, and the Picasso museum is housed in the Château Grimaldi.
Trains run frequently, so no advance planning is needed.

Monaco · 16 min by train

★★★★☆ · Half day · 21 km from Nice

Best way: The train is far faster than the 47-minute bus and drops you a short walk from the casino and harbor.

Regional TER trains run from Nice-Ville to Monaco-Monte-Carlo in about 20 minutes, and the station is a short walk or lift ride from the casino and harbor.

Train ★16 min · from €6
Bus47 min · from $4-$6
Car25 min · taxi ≈ €40

What to see

Prince's Palace
Casino de Monte-Carlo
Oceanographic Museum
Port Hercule

8 landmark quests to check off here

Good to know

Trains run about 14 times a day from Nice-Ville.
Monaco-Monte-Carlo station is a short walk or lift ride from the casino and harbor.

Menton · 27 min by train

★★☆☆☆ · Half day · 30 km from Nice

Best way: The train takes about 27 minutes and runs 16 times a day, dropping you a short walk from the old town and basilica.

Take a regular TER train from Nice-Ville toward Ventimiglia; it takes about 35 to 45 minutes to Menton station, then a short walk up to the old town and basilica.

Train ★27 min · from €7
Bus1 h 22 · from $5-$7
Car31 min · taxi ≈ €50

What to see

Basilique Saint-Michel-Archange
Lemon festival streets and gardens
Old town staircases
Jean Cocteau Museum
Garavan beach

3 landmark quests to check off here

Good to know

It is a quieter, more relaxed town, best suited to visitors who want a slower day.
The Fête du Citron (lemon festival) in February is a well-known reason to visit.

Times and prices are typical one-way estimates (train and bus: Omio / Rome2Rio route data; taxi: local tariff × road distance, tolls extra). Exact prices are on the booking page.

Plans

Nice rewards visitors who wander: the Old Town, the Promenade des Anglais, and easy day trips along the Riviera all sit close together. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Old Town

A museum-and-old-lanes day for visitors who want churches, history and views.

Stay: Vieux Nice. Walk to the Old Town lanes, Cours Saleya market and the seafront; best for food lovers, but streets are narrow and lively at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 5
Taxis: ≈ EUR 234

Day 1

Churches, lanes and hilltop views

Tickets ≈ EUR 5 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 234

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 16 km · ≈ 53 min · ≈ EUR 30
1

09:00–09:45 · Donation or small entry fee, roughly EUR 3–6 (check on the day)

Saint Nicholas Cathedral Landmark quest

Weekday mornings are quieter. Check hours on the day.

Open Usually daily, mid-morning to late afternoon; check on the day
Taxi · 16 km · ≈ 54 min · ≈ EUR 30
2

10:00–11:15 · Free to browse; food prices vary

Cours Saleya Market

Morning market, Tuesday to Sunday. Check on the day.

Open Daily morning market; check on the day
Taxi · 35 km · ≈ 1 h 49 min · ≈ EUR 59
3

11:30–13:00 · Free

Le Suquet Landmark quest

Old fishing quarter with a lively morning feel.

Open Open all day
Taxi · 27 km · ≈ 1 h 26 min · ≈ EUR 47
4

14:00–15:30 · Check on the day; literary walks vary

Les Misérables Landmark quest

Daytime visit in dry weather. Check hours on the day.

Open Check on the day
Taxi · 32 km · ≈ 1 h 41 min · ≈ EUR 55
5

18:30–19:30 · Free

Castle Hill Viewpoint

Sunset viewpoint. Check sunset time for the date.

Open Open daily; check seasonal hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 700 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 12

1 night · Beaches ★ Recommended length

Sea swims, pebble beaches and sunset walks along the Promenade. Best in spring or autumn.

Stay: Promenade des Anglais. Sea views and the beach are right outside; a short walk to the Old Town and tram line 2 at the airport route.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 0
Taxis: ≈ EUR 249
Hotel: EUR 150–400

Day 1

Morning beach, sunset walk

Tickets ≈ EUR 0 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 151

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 8 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ EUR 17
1

10:00–12:00 · Public beach, free; sunbed rental roughly EUR 15–30 (check on the day)

Paloma Beach Landmark quest

Pebble beach. Check season and hours on the day.

Open Open daily in summer; check season and hours on the day
Taxi · 38 km · ≈ 1 h 59 min · ≈ EUR 65
2

15:30–17:00 · Free

La Croisette Landmark quest

Easy walk along the seafront. Go late afternoon.

Open Open all day
Taxi · 33 km · ≈ 1 h 43 min · ≈ EUR 56
3

18:30–20:00 · Free

Promenade des Anglais Landmark quest

Sunset walk. Check the sunset time for your dates.

Open Open all day, check on the day for event closures
Taxi back to your hotel · 391 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 12

Day 2

Antibes day trip, last walk

Tickets ≈ EUR 0 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 98

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 24 km · ≈ 1 h 18 min · ≈ EUR 43
1

09:00–12:00 · Check on the day; ticket prices vary

Antibes Land Landmark quest

Seaside market and beaches. Check seasonal opening.

Open Check on the day; seasonal opening
Taxi · 25 km · ≈ 1 h 19 min · ≈ EUR 43
2

17:30–19:00 · Free

Promenade des Anglais Landmark quest

Final evening walk. Check event closures on the day.

Open Open all day, check on the day for event closures
Taxi back to your hotel · 391 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 12

1 night · Food ★ Recommended length

Socca, market stalls and seafront dinners in the Old Town.

Stay: Vieux Nice. Walk to the Old Town lanes, Cours Saleya market and the seafront; best for food lovers, but streets are narrow and lively at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 65
Taxis: ≈ EUR 356
Hotel: EUR 110–260

Day 1

Market, Old Town and food walk

Tickets ≈ EUR 60 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 143

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:15 · Free to browse; food prices vary

Cours Saleya Market

Morning market. Check market days on the day.

Open Daily morning market; check on the day
Taxi · 35 km · ≈ 1 h 49 min · ≈ EUR 59
2

10:45–12:15 · Free

Le Suquet Landmark quest

Old quarter with views of the harbour. Go before the crowds.

Open Open all day
Taxi · 35 km · ≈ 1 h 49 min · ≈ EUR 59
3

13:00–16:00 · Roughly EUR 50–75 per person (check on the day)

Old Town Food Walk

Lunch-time food walk. Check start time on the day.

Open Usually daytime tours; check on the day
Taxi · 772 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 12
4

18:45–19:45 · Free

Castle Hill Viewpoint

Sunset viewpoint, then dinner nearby.

Open Open daily; check seasonal hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 700 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 12

Day 2

Quiet morning, seafront dinner

Tickets ≈ EUR 5 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 213

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 16 km · ≈ 53 min · ≈ EUR 30
1

09:30–10:15 · Donation or small entry fee, roughly EUR 3–6 (check on the day)

Saint Nicholas Cathedral Landmark quest

Quieter on weekday mornings. Check hours on the day.

Open Usually daily, mid-morning to late afternoon; check on the day
Taxi · 46 km · ≈ 2 h 23 min · ≈ EUR 78
2

10:30–12:00 · Check on the day; literary walks vary

Les Misérables Landmark quest

Outdoor streets in dry weather. Check hours on the day.

Open Check on the day
Taxi · 28 km · ≈ 1 h 28 min · ≈ EUR 48
3

17:00–18:30 · Free

La Croisette Landmark quest

Late afternoon by the sea, then dinner on the Promenade.

Open Open all day
Taxi back to your hotel · 33 km · ≈ 1 h 45 min · ≈ EUR 57

1 night · Old Town ★ Recommended length

Narrow lanes, baroque churches and the Cours Saleya market.

Stay: Vieux Nice. Walk to the Old Town lanes, Cours Saleya market and the seafront; best for food lovers, but streets are narrow and lively at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 43
Taxis: ≈ EUR 273
Hotel: EUR 110–260

Day 1

Old Town churches and market

Tickets ≈ EUR 5 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 191

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 16 km · ≈ 53 min · ≈ EUR 30
1

09:30–10:15 · Donation or small entry fee, roughly EUR 3–6 (check on the day)

Saint Nicholas Cathedral Landmark quest

Baroque church. Go on a weekday morning for fewer people.

Open Usually daily, mid-morning to late afternoon; check on the day
Taxi · 16 km · ≈ 54 min · ≈ EUR 30
2

10:30–11:45 · Free to browse; food prices vary

Cours Saleya Market

Morning market. Check market days on the day.

Open Daily morning market; check on the day
Taxi · 35 km · ≈ 1 h 49 min · ≈ EUR 59
3

12:00–13:30 · Free

Le Suquet Landmark quest

Old quarter and harbour views. Lunch nearby.

Open Open all day
Taxi · 35 km · ≈ 1 h 51 min · ≈ EUR 60
4

18:45–19:45 · Free

Castle Hill Viewpoint

Sunset viewpoint. Check seasonal hours.

Open Open daily; check seasonal hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 700 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 12

Day 2

Museums on the hill

Tickets ≈ EUR 38 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 82

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 16 km · ≈ 54 min · ≈ EUR 30
1

09:00–11:00 · Roughly EUR 25–35 adult (check on the day)

Oceanographic Museum Landmark quest

Indoor museum. Best on weekday mornings.

Open Daily; check seasonal hours on the day
Taxi · 15 km · ≈ 50 min · ≈ EUR 28
2

11:30–13:00 · Roughly EUR 5–10 (check on the day)

Matisse Museum

Art museum in Cimiez. Closed some days; check on the day. Taxi or bus from the centre.

Open Closed some days; check on the day
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ EUR 12
3

15:30–16:30 · Free, check on the day

Zygo Park Landmark quest

Quiet park nearby. Check hours on the day.

Open Check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 863 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 12

2 nights · Beaches

Sea swims and sunset walks on the Promenade des Anglais, with one longer beach morning.

Stay: Promenade des Anglais. Sea views and the beach are right outside; a short walk to the Old Town and tram line 2 at the airport route.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 0
Taxis: ≈ EUR 347
Hotel: EUR 300–800

Day 1

Promenade sunset

Tickets ≈ EUR 0 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 124

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 32 km · ≈ 1 h 42 min · ≈ EUR 56
1

16:30–18:00 · Free

La Croisette Landmark quest

Sea-facing walk. Good for settling in after arrival.

Open Open all day
Taxi · 33 km · ≈ 1 h 43 min · ≈ EUR 56
2

18:30–20:00 · Free

Promenade des Anglais Landmark quest

Sunset walk. Check sunset time on the day.

Open Open all day, check on the day for event closures
Taxi back to your hotel · 391 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 12

Day 2

Beach morning and Antibes

Tickets ≈ EUR 0 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 112

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 8 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ EUR 17
1

09:00–11:00 · Public beach, free; sunbed rental roughly EUR 15–30 (check on the day)

Paloma Beach Landmark quest

Best from late spring to early autumn. Check season and hours on the day.

Open Open daily in summer; check season and hours on the day
Taxi · 30 km · ≈ 1 h 35 min · ≈ EUR 52
2

14:00–17:00 · Check on the day; ticket prices vary

Antibes Land Landmark quest

Seasonal opening. Check on the day. Bring a hat in warm weather.

Open Check on the day; seasonal opening
Taxi back to your hotel · 24 km · ≈ 1 h 18 min · ≈ EUR 43

Day 3

Early swim and last beach time

Tickets ≈ EUR 0 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 111

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 391 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 12
1

07:30–09:00 · Free

Promenade des Anglais Landmark quest

Early morning is the calmest time.

Open Open all day, check on the day for event closures
Taxi · 28 km · ≈ 1 h 30 min · ≈ EUR 49
2

11:00–13:30 · Check on the day

Koaland Landmark quest

Check hours on the day.

Open Check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 29 km · ≈ 1 h 31 min · ≈ EUR 50

2 nights · Food

Market mornings, socca-style lunches and a food walk through the Old Town.

Stay: Vieux Nice. Walk to the Old Town lanes, Cours Saleya market and the seafront; best for food lovers, but streets are narrow and lively at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 120
Taxis: ≈ EUR 297
Hotel: EUR 220–520

Day 1

Old Town market and food walk

Tickets ≈ EUR 60 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 143

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–09:45 · Free to browse; food prices vary

Cours Saleya Market

Morning market, Tuesday to Sunday. Skip it on Mondays.

Open Daily morning market; check on the day
Taxi · 35 km · ≈ 1 h 49 min · ≈ EUR 59
2

10:00–11:30 · Free

Le Suquet Landmark quest

Go before the crowds.

Open Open all day
Taxi · 35 km · ≈ 1 h 49 min · ≈ EUR 59
3

12:30–15:30 · Roughly EUR 50–75 per person (check on the day)

Old Town Food Walk

Lunch-time food walk. Check start times on the day.

Open Usually daytime tours; check on the day
Taxi · 772 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 12
4

19:00–20:00 · Free

Castle Hill Viewpoint

Sunset view over the old roofs. Check sunset time.

Open Open daily; check seasonal hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 700 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 12

Day 2

Seafront morning and late food walk

Tickets ≈ EUR 60 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 36

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 974 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 12
1

09:00–10:30 · Free

Promenade des Anglais Landmark quest

Easy walk to start the day.

Open Open all day, check on the day for event closures
Taxi · 948 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 12
2

15:00–18:00 · Roughly EUR 50–75 per person (check on the day)

Old Town Food Walk

Late afternoon tour. Good for an early dinner after.

Open Usually daytime tours; check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 181 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 12

Day 3

Last market visit

Tickets ≈ EUR 0 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 119

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–09:45 · Free to browse; food prices vary

Cours Saleya Market

Check it is open on your day. Buy picnic food for the walk.

Open Daily morning market; check on the day
Taxi · 35 km · ≈ 1 h 49 min · ≈ EUR 59
2

10:00–11:30 · Free

Le Suquet Landmark quest

Quiet hour before you leave.

Open Open all day
Taxi back to your hotel · 35 km · ≈ 1 h 49 min · ≈ EUR 59

2 nights · Old Town

Old Town churches and markets, then museums on quiet weekday mornings.

Stay: Vieux Nice. Walk to the Old Town lanes, Cours Saleya market and the seafront; best for food lovers, but streets are narrow and lively at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 57
Taxis: ≈ EUR 424
Hotel: EUR 220–520

Day 1

Old Town and the cathedral

Tickets ≈ EUR 5 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 181

Taxi from your hotel · 16 km · ≈ 53 min · ≈ EUR 30
1

09:30–10:15 · Donation or small entry fee, roughly EUR 3–6 (check on the day)

Saint Nicholas Cathedral Landmark quest

Weekday mornings are quieter. Check hours on the day.

Open Usually daily, mid-morning to late afternoon; check on the day
Taxi · 16 km · ≈ 54 min · ≈ EUR 30
2

10:30–11:45 · Free to browse; food prices vary

Cours Saleya Market

Morning market, Tuesday to Sunday.

Open Daily morning market; check on the day
Taxi · 31 km · ≈ 1 h 39 min · ≈ EUR 54
3

12:00–13:30 · Check on the day; literary walks vary

Les Misérables Landmark quest

Check hours on the day. Best in dry weather.

Open Check on the day
Taxi · 32 km · ≈ 1 h 41 min · ≈ EUR 55
4

18:30–19:30 · Free

Castle Hill Viewpoint

Sunset viewpoint. Check sunset time.

Open Open daily; check seasonal hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 700 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 12

Day 2

Cimiez and the seafront

Tickets ≈ EUR 38 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 70

Taxi from your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ EUR 12
1

09:30–11:00 · Roughly EUR 5–10 (check on the day)

Matisse Museum

Weekday mornings are best. Closed some days, so check on the day.

Open Closed some days; check on the day
Taxi · 15 km · ≈ 50 min · ≈ EUR 28
2

13:30–15:30 · Roughly EUR 25–35 adult (check on the day)

Oceanographic Museum Landmark quest

Check seasonal hours on the day.

Open Daily; check seasonal hours on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 16 km · ≈ 54 min · ≈ EUR 30

Day 3

Monaco morning and last Old Town visit

Tickets ≈ EUR 14 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 173

Taxi from your hotel · 16 km · ≈ 53 min · ≈ EUR 30
1

09:00–10:30 · Roughly EUR 10–15 adult (check on the day)

Prince's Palace of Monaco Landmark quest

Go before noon. Check hours on the day.

Open Daily in season; check hours on the day
Taxi · 50 km · ≈ 2 h 35 min · ≈ EUR 84
2

11:30–13:00 · Free

Le Suquet Landmark quest

Old Town walk before you leave.

Open Open all day
Taxi back to your hotel · 35 km · ≈ 1 h 49 min · ≈ EUR 59

Swap in instead

Take a bus trip to Monaco or Eze for a half day. Lignes d'Azur buses cost €1.70 a ride, so validate each trip.
Spend a day in Cannes or Antibes. Check bus or train times on the day, as schedules change.
Go to Corsica for a longer break. Ferries run from Nice port, so check local schedules before you go.

Getting around

Tram line 2 links the airport with the centre (Jean Médecin). It runs about every 8 minutes on weekdays, roughly 04:30 to after midnight.
Lignes d'Azur buses charge €1.70 a ride, with a transfer allowed within 74 minutes. Buy a top-up card or pay with contactless. Always validate.
Taxis are pricey and some overcharge. Uber and Bolt both operate, with a ride-share pick-up zone at the airport.
Driving is hard in the centre: one-way streets and scarce metered parking. Use an underground car park, roughly €8-10 a day.
The centre is walkable. Old Town and the seafront are close. Shared bikes and e-scooters are available in parts of the city.
Ferries run from Nice port to Corsica. Check local schedules before you go.

Where to stay

Vieux Nice · ≈ EUR 110–260 a night
Walk to the Old Town lanes, Cours Saleya market and the seafront; best for food lovers, but streets are narrow and lively at night.
Promenade des Anglais · ≈ EUR 150–400 a night
Sea views and the beach are right outside; a short walk to the Old Town and tram line 2 at the airport route.
Carré d'Or · ≈ EUR 120–300 a night
Quiet shopping streets between the station and the sea; good value and an easy tram ride to the airport.
Cimiez · ≈ EUR 130–320 a night
Leafy hill district with the Matisse and Chagall museums; calmer nights but a steeper walk or a bus or taxi to the sea.

Food & drink

Try socca, a thin chickpea flour pancake, at a counter in the Old Town. Eat it hot and sold by the slice.
Visit the Cours Saleya market in the morning for fruit, cheese and olives. Check the day, as the market hours change in winter.
Order pissaladière (onion tart) and pan bagnat (tuna roll) for a cheap lunch. Expect about €6-12 at a simple bakery.
Book seafront or Old Town dinners ahead in summer. Prices vary a lot, so check the menu before you sit down.
Stay away from restaurants with staff outside calling you in. Walk a few streets off the main square for better food.

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Tours & activities

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Vieux Nice

Castle Hill (Colline du Château)

Stroll the streets of Vieux Nice with a guide
Climb Castle Hill for views over the bay
1,034 reviews · 4.8 rating

Guided walkCultural tour

Nice Old Town and Castle Hill: Guided Cultural Walking Tour

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Èze Village

Explore the medieval village of Èze
Visit Fragonard and the principality of Monaco
7,080 reviews · 4.5 rating

Day tripPerfume visit

Experience the charm of the Côte d'Azur. Visit Eze, a medieval village and perfume Fragonard, the marvelous principality of Monaco, and the circuit of Formula 1.

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Èze Village

Guided visit to Monaco and Monte-Carlo
Stop in the hilltop village of Èze
1,283 reviews · 4.8 rating

Guided tourMonaco included

Monaco, Monte-Carlo and Eze Village Guided Tour

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$77View tour

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Vieux Nice

Taste 12 dishes across Old Nice
Meet local makers and learn city food history
38 reviews · 5 rating

Food tastingLocal wine

Nice: Old Town Food Tour with 12 Tastings & Local Wine

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$89View tour

Souvenirs

Nice Olive Paste

EUR 6–1290–180 g jar · estimate

A smooth olive spread, often made into tapenade, that Nice is known for. It reflects the olive traditions of the Provence region around the city.

Where: Alziari, Rue Saint-François de Paule

Pack it well in checked luggage, since jars can leak.

Fragonard Perfume

EUR 30–5515–30 ml bottle · shop prices

A perfume from a South of France brand rooted in Grasse's long perfume tradition. Grasse is a short trip from Nice and is famous for its fragrance houses.

Where: Fragonard, near Cours Saleya

Choose a smaller bottle if you want an easy, travel-friendly gift.

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Promenade des Anglais

Vieux Nice

Castle Hill (Colline du Château)

Cours Saleya Market

Place Masséna

Musée Matisse

Musée Marc Chagall

Èze Village

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Old Town 2

Museum 2

Historical Square 1

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Promenade des Anglais Landmark quest

Paloma Beach Landmark quest

La Croisette Landmark quest

Cours Saleya Market

Le Suquet Landmark quest

Old Town Food Walk

Castle Hill Viewpoint

Saint Nicholas Cathedral Landmark quest

Cours Saleya Market

Le Suquet Landmark quest

Les Misérables Landmark quest

Castle Hill Viewpoint

Paloma Beach Landmark quest

La Croisette Landmark quest

Promenade des Anglais Landmark quest

Antibes Land Landmark quest

Promenade des Anglais Landmark quest

Cours Saleya Market

Le Suquet Landmark quest

Old Town Food Walk

Castle Hill Viewpoint

Saint Nicholas Cathedral Landmark quest

Les Misérables Landmark quest

La Croisette Landmark quest

Saint Nicholas Cathedral Landmark quest

Cours Saleya Market

Le Suquet Landmark quest

Castle Hill Viewpoint

Oceanographic Museum Landmark quest

Matisse Museum

Zygo Park Landmark quest

La Croisette Landmark quest

Promenade des Anglais Landmark quest

Paloma Beach Landmark quest

Antibes Land Landmark quest

Promenade des Anglais Landmark quest