Activities in Nice

• Enjoy a calming and relaxing afternoon activity in the Parc du Phoenix. Visit one of the largest greenhouses in Europe and observe exotic fauna around a stunning lake.

• Discover the Roman Catholic Cathedral of Sainte Reparate. The Nice Cathedral was built in the 17th-century in the Baroque style.

• Marvel at the impressive musical instrument collection in the Palais Lascaris.  

• Prepare to be blown away by the impressive ornate exterior and onion domes of the Russian Orthodox Cathedral of St Nicolas.

• Appreciate artworks by the modernist painter Henri Matisse in one of the best museums in Nice, the Matisse Museum.

• Travel off the beaten path to the Cimiez neighborhood, where you’ll find Monastère de Cimiez - coupled with the Franciscan Museum, which holds objects and artworks representing the life of Franciscan monks.

• Hop on a bike tour Nice offers and travel along the Promenade des Anglais, taking in views of the sea.

• Climb the Castle Hill (Colline du Château) and enjoy stunning panoramic views, while visiting the ruins of the castle that once stood. 

• Admire the red clay façades, white window frames, and the arches that make up the historic square, Place Masséna.

• Stroll through the winding streets of the Nice old town (Vieille Ville) and explore the local life. There you’ll also find the Saleya flower market filled with a wholesale selection of flowers, fruits, and vegetables. 

• Sample some culinary delights with Nice food and wine tours. Try the local treat known as Socca (chickpea pancakes), fine regional Provence wine, and take in classes, workshops, and other cooking activities.

• Let the best city tour Nice France offers take you through the Promenade du Paillon, which separates the Old Town and New Town. 

Join some of these outrageous water sports in Nice; don’t forget to snap that signature shot!

• Capture you and your friends having the time of your life while kayaking in Nice.
• See the best views of the city, and take those landscape shots while sailing in Nice.
• Snap underwater pictures while on your scuba diving Nice excursion. 

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• During the summer season, Nice tourist places attract a lot of visitors. Therefore, buy your tickets for attractions in Nice ahead of time. 

• Nice French Riviera day trips - Set Nice as your home-base, and travel to other towns along the French Riviera. Book boat trips from Nice and visit Monaco, Cannes, and many more coastal towns!

• Nice is relatively small, which makes it a walkable city. Nevertheless, you can book a segway tour Nice offers and travel between Nice sights faster. 

• Hiking is one of the best things to do near Nice; it’s worth adding to your itinerary. For this, you’ll only need a sturdy pair of shoes.

• Most of the best beaches in Nice are made of pebbles. Meaning you’ll want to use sandals to avoid hurting your feet. Additionally, the water is quite deep close to the shore; keep this in mind and make sure you don’t venture out too far. 

• The best time to visit Nice is in March/April and September/October as the weather is still nice, and there are fewer crowds. If you’re traveling during the summer, note that in August, temperatures can reach as high as 30ºC.