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 "Nice Panorama: Exploring Its Heritage" - Shore tour from Cannes
 "Nice Panorama: Exploring Its Heritage" - Shore tour from Cannes
 "Nice Panorama: Exploring Its Heritage" - Shore tour from Cannes
 "Nice Panorama: Exploring Its Heritage" - Shore tour from Cannes
Nice city sightseeing tour

"Nice Panorama: Exploring Its Heritage" - Shore tour from Cannes

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Overview

Our guide will meet you at the port of Cannes immediately after your disembarkation, and then you will be in our caring hands for the next 6 hours.
From the port of Cannes, we will travel by highway to Nice.
Discover the major highlights of Nice and enjoy a carefree journey with our private half-day tour. Meet your guide at a convenient time and place, then hop into a comfortable vehicle. First, we'll head to Cimiez, where you'll see Queen Victoria's Winter Palace and explore Roman ruins. Then, drive along the Promenade des Anglais and admire the sea views before venturing into the Old Town to visit the Castle Hill and much more.
When you're ready to continue the tour or learn more about local attractions, feel free to ask your guide questions. Your private tour will allow you to enjoy Nice at your own pace, stopping at places and moments that interest you.
If you have any additional questions or special requests regarding the tour, please discuss them with your guide.

Activity location

  • Promenade des Anglais
    • 06000, Nice, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Promenade des Anglais
    • 06000, Nice, France

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate tour
  • What's includedWhat's includedDriver/guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport by private vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks

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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Activity itinerary

Promenade des Anglais
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Let's continue driving along the famous Promenade des Anglais — the renowned boulevard along the Bay of Angels, situated between Nice Cote d’Azur Airport and Port Lympia. Here, you'll find some of the finest hotels, including the magnificent Negresco Hotel — a true gem of Belle Époque architecture. For over half a century, the Promenade des Anglais has been a favourite spot for leisurely walks, and in recent years, it has become popular for activities like jogging, cycling, and roller-skating. This beautiful waterfront boulevard offers stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and serves as a central attraction embodying the charm and elegance of the city. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely stroll, breathing in the sea breeze, or engaging in active recreation, the Promenade des Anglais reflects the relaxed and refined atmosphere of the French Riviera.
Old Town
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Then we stop at doorstep of the Old Town, on the vibrant Massena Square, next to the statue of Apollo. From there you’ll enjoy walking around the heart of Old Nice.
Place Massena
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
This is the central square of Nice, located in the heart of the city. It is one of the most popular and picturesque places for strolling among locals and tourists alike. Place Masséna stands out with its unique architecture and design. The square was rebuilt in the early 20th century in the Belle Époque style, making it an outstanding example of architecture from that period. Here, you can see numerous monuments and buildings, including the famous red buildings with black and white decorative elements. Place Masséna is often used for various events, festivals, and celebrations in Nice. It is surrounded by shops, restaurants, and cafes, creating a lively atmosphere at the centre of the city. In the evening, Place Masséna transforms with original lighting that gives it a special charm. It's a wonderful place for a leisurely walk, outdoor dining, or simply relaxing under the open sky in the historic part of Nice.
Marche aux Fleurs Cours Saleya
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Must-see spots like Cours Saleya – incredible flower market that turns out into Mediterranean food court in the evenings as well as the surroundings baroque streets next to the Opera building reflected in the paintings of Matisse still proudly holding the mood of Napoleon era.
Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate de Nice
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Just few steps away you may see the Nice Cathedral of Saint Reparata built in XVII century and hear the storey of the mythical martyr girl, the patroness of the cathedral. Then splendid instantiation of the Neoclassical heritage of Nice – Palace of Justice and the square with the charming fountain and souvenir boutiques around it will have your full attention.
Castle Hill of Nice
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
From the old Town we will get you to the Castle Hill – place overviewing the city and the Bay of Angels, it attracts tourists with its amazing waterfall and an old Jewish cemetary.
Eglise Orthodoxe Saint Nicolas et Sainte Alexandra
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Our next stop would take place in front of St Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral - the largest Eastern Orthodox cathedral in Western Europe, opened in 1912 and meant to serve the large Russian community that had settled in Nice by the end of the 19th century. It’s Byzantium style and beautiful gardens around would tell you another storey of the city and its connection to the times of the Tzars.
Jardin du Monastere de Cimiez
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
At the beginning you will get to the historical part of Nice, called the Cimiez. Famous not only because monumental Winter Palace of the British Queen Victoria but also its nearby location of the ruins of ancient Roman city called Cemenelum (1st century C.E.) – archaeological site telling you more of Nice from the times of beginning of our era with surrounding olive gardens. Next to them you will have the museums of two famous painters: Matisse and Chagall. Such a great combination of history and art in this one place surely would not leave you indifferent.
Fort du Mont Alban
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
On the way back a visit to the observation deck near the fortress in Mon-Alban, where your guide will tell you about the Bay of Villefranche-sur-Mer and the Bay of Angels. Marvel at the magnificent views of the coastline. To the east lie Cap Ferrat, Cap d'Ail, Cape Bordighera, and the Dog's Head Mountain. To the west lies the Bay of Angels. Don't forget to capture photos of this unforgettable location.
Cannes
  • 1h
After exploring these captivating destinations, we'll journey back to Cannes Shore Port along the scenic coastal road.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESPromenade des Anglais
    • 06000, Nice, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPromenade des Anglais
    • 06000, Nice, France

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