Nice Old Town & Castle Hill Walking Tour 3-Hour - with Local Food Tastings (5 Languages)

3-Hour Walking Tour with a Local Guide
through Nice Old Town and Castle Hill

Meet your guide in front of Castel Plage on the waterfront, next to the stairs and elevator leading to Castle Hill. Get introduced to the history of Nice, from its founding by the Greeks, through the rule of the House of Savoy, to the present day. You'll also learn about the influence left by English and Russian aristocrats and the origin of the city's name.

Explore Old Town Alleyways and Baroque Churches

Pass through the old city gates into the Old Town to see historic mansions of local nobility, Baroque-style churches, and monuments. There will be time for photos at the Palais de Justice de Nice and the Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate. Stroll down narrow alleyways, listen to stories about the squares and street names, and stop by Nice's famous market on the morning tour. During the tour, you can taste 1 to 3 Nice specialties.

Climb Castle Hill for City and Harbor Views

Pass through quiet residential areas of the Old Town as you head to the top of Castle Hill. Walk through wooded paths, stop at the old cemetery overlooking the city and harbor, and admire the ruins of the ancient fortress and the waterfall of Colline du Château. Get tips from your guide on how to spend the rest of your time in Nice. The tour ends on Castle Hill.

※ The food market visit is only included in the morning tour.
※ The itinerary is subject to change depending on local circumstances.