Nice: Italian History and the Birth of the French Riviera Tour

Begin your walking tour in Nice and discover the city's Italian roots. Continue to Rue Bonaparte, the site of Napoleon's first headquarters, and learn about the link between the French Revolution and Nice. Next, head to Place Garibaldi and learn about Garibaldi, the birth of Italy. his anger and his legacy. Continue to Place Masséna and hear about Masséna, the most trusted marshal of Napoléon. Next, head to Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate, Musée du Palais Lascaris, and Eglise Saint-Jacques le Majeur and learn about the House of Savoy. Hear about the five centuries that made Nice Italian. Continue to Palais de la Préfecture, Cours Saleya, and 2 Rue Saint-François de Paule and learn about the Italian soul of Nice. Learn how much of Italy still survives in Nice today. Next, head to Quai des Etats-Unis and Promenade des Anglais and learn about the creation of the Riviera and Napoleon III's vision. Finally, head to Palais Masséna and learn about Masséna's enrichment through plunder.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   Pass by

   Continue to Rue Bonaparte, the site of Napoleon's first headquarters, and learn about the French Revolution and how Nice became a military camp.

2. 2

   Garibaldi Square

   Pass by

   Next, head to Place Garibaldi and hear about the Duchy to Kingdom, Camillo Cavour, and Victor Emmanuel II. Learn about Garibaldi, the birth of Italy. his anger and his legacy

3. 3

   Place Massena

   Pass by

   Continue to Place Masséna and hear about Masséna, the most trusted marshal of Napoléon. Learn about his difficult childhood, how the French Revolution changed everything, and how Napoleon recognized his talent.

4. 4

   Cathedrale Sainte-Reparate

   30 min

   Next, head to Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate, Musée du Palais Lascaris, and Eglise Saint-Jacques le Majeur and learn about the House of Savoy. Hear about the five centuries that made Nice Italian, the Dédition of Nice, and how Savoy shaped Nice.

5. 5

   Palais de la Prefecture

   Pass by

   Continue to Palais de la Préfecture, Cours Saleya, and 2 Rue Saint-François de Paule and learn about the Italian soul of Nice. Hear about the Niçois dialect, Italian flavors, and how much of Italy still survives in Nice today.

6. 6

   Quai des Etats Unis

   Pass by

   Next, head to Quai des Etats-Unis and Promenade des Anglais and learn about the creation of the Riviera. Hear about Napoleon III's vision, how the railway changed everything, and how the British discovered paradise.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   Pass by

   Finally, head to Palais Masséna and learn about Masséna's enrichment through plunder. Hear about his military salaries and promotions, imperial endowments, contributions and requisitions, and personal pillage.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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