Free Guided Walking Tour of Nice, France

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Free walking tour of Nice

Exploring Nice city on foot is the best way to experience its charm.

Our FREE Nice walking tour in English is run by our expert guide Matt, with years of experience and deep insights into the city’s history and culture. A great way to make new friends and a great introduction to this beautiful city.

Meeting Point: Leaves Villa Hostels at 11am monday and wednesday, and 4pm thursdays and sundays.

Tour Highlights

Starting from the main city square, Place Massena, we continue on to the Belle Epoque Opera house of Nice, the bustling old town, Cours Saleya Flower Market, the Palais de Justice, Palais de la Préfecture, baroque Cathedral Ste Réparate at Place Rossetti and Promenade des Anglais. We finish on Nice Castle Hill with its panoramic views of the city and the old town.

The tour last about 1h30 and covers the history of Nice from the middle ages to date. Learn about the plight of Catherine Segurane, a heroine of Nice who saved the city with her courageous resistance in the face of adversity or Guiseppe Garibaldi who led the Italian revolutions which brought about the emergence of modern Italy.

Matt has great local knowledge and a passion for Nice and the French Riviera. He will also give you some great tips to help with your stay!