Nice: Old Town Walking Tour with Hidden Stories

Begin your walking tour of Nice at Castle Hill, one of the strongest fortresses on the Mediterranean during the Middle Ages. Learn about the first people of Nice, the Greek foundation ans the Roman heritage. Hear about the medieval fortress and its history. Next, head to the Cathedral of Sainte-Réparate, the spiritual heart of Nice to hear about legends and unusual stories. Continue to the SG to hear about Albert Spaggiari, the "Sewer Robber," and other anecdotes and local legends. Next, head to Cours Saleya, the heart of Old Nice, and learn about local life and traditional Niçois cuisine. Visit Maison Auer, Nice's oldest luxury confectioner, and Nicolas Alziari, a famous olive oil producer. Finally, learn about the birth of the Riviera and how Nice transformed from a quiet Mediterranean port into the world's first luxury winter resort. Hear about the British visitors who came to Nice, the Promenade des Anglais, and the artists attracted by Nice, including Matisse.

1. 1

   Colline du Chateau

   15 min

   Begin your walking tour of Nice at Castle Hill, one of the strongest fortresses on the Mediterranean during the Middle Ages. Learn about the first people of Nice, the Greek foundation of Nikaia, and the Roman heritage of Cemenelum. Hear about the medieval fortress and the Siege of 1543, the legend of Catherine Ségurane, and how Louis XIV destroyed the castle.

2. 2

   Cathedrale Sainte-Reparate

   15 min

   Next, head to the Cathedral of Sainte-Réparate, the spiritual heart of Nice and the seat of the Diocese of Nice to hear about legends and unusual stories. Although the present Baroque cathedral dates mainly from 1650–1699, the site has been a place of Christian worship for almost a thousand years. Continue to the SG to hear about Albert Spaggiari, the "Sewer Robber," and other anecdotes and local legends.

3. 3

   Marche aux Fleurs Cours Saleya

   Pass by

   Next, head to Cours Saleya, the heart of Old Nice, and learn about local life and traditional Niçois cuisine. Visit Maison Auer, Nice's oldest luxury confectioner, and Nicolas Alziari, a famous olive oil producer.

4. 4

   Promenade des Anglais

   Pass by

   Finally, learn about the birth of the Riviera and how Nice transformed from a quiet Mediterranean port into the world's first luxury winter resort. Hear about the British visitors who came to Nice, the Promenade des Anglais, Hôtel Negresco, and the artists attracted by Nice, including Matisse.

• 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.