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Sunset tours in Nice
Departures that are under way when the sun sets in the coming weeks — start times checked against the local sunset.
Good for families in Nice
Children can join from a young age and pay less than adults — taken from each operator’s price list.
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Explore Nice by interest
Whatever brings you to Nice — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Old town & city
Vieux Nice, the market and the Promenade.
ExploreFood & markets
Socca, salade niçoise and the Cours Saleya.
ExploreBoat trips
The coast, Villefranche and hidden caves.
ExploreE-bike & panoramic
Effortless coast rides and viewpoints.
ExploreMonaco & Eze
Monte-Carlo glamour and a clifftop village.
ExploreCannes & Antibes
The film city, old-town Antibes and St-Paul.
ExploreProvence & lavender
Lavender fields and the Verdon Gorge.
ExploreSaint-Tropez
The glamorous yacht-filled resort.
ExploreWhat to see
Top attractions in Nice
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Vieux Nice
The old town and the Cours Saleya market.
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Promenade des Anglais
The palm-lined seafront and Baie des Anges.
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Riviera boat trips
Villefranche, Cap Ferrat and the coast.
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Monaco & Eze
Monte-Carlo glamour and a clifftop village.
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Cannes & Antibes
The film city and old-town Antibes.
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Provence & lavender
Lavender fields and the Verdon Gorge.
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Saint-Paul-de-Vence
A hilltop village of artists and galleries.
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Saint-Tropez
The glamorous yacht-filled resort.
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1 day
Nice in 1 day
- 1Vieux Nice & market
- 2Castle Hill views
- 3Promenade des Anglais
- 4A coastal boat trip
2 days
Nice in 2 days
- 1Day 1: old town & seafront
- 2Boat trip
- 3Day 2: Monaco & Eze
- 4Monte-Carlo evening
3 days
Nice in 3 days
- 1Day 1: old town & seafront
- 2Day 2: Monaco & Eze
- 3Day 3: Cannes or Provence
- 4Riviera evenings
With kids
Nice with kids
- 1Beach & Promenade
- 2Castle Hill waterfall
- 3A coastal boat trip
- 4Monaco Oceanographic Museum
Full day
French Riviera day trip
- 1Monaco & Monte-Carlo glamour
- 2Hilltop village of Eze
- 3Cannes & Antibes on the bay
- 4Villefranche scenic coast
Theme day
Old Nice & food tour
- 1Cours Saleya morning market
- 2Socca & Vieux Nice food tour
- 3Old Town walking tour
- 4Provence wine tasting
30 min awayMonaco & Eze
Monte-Carlo glamour and a clifftop village.
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40 min awayCannes & Antibes
The film city, old-town Antibes and St-Paul.
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2 hrs awayProvence & lavender
Lavender fields and the Verdon Gorge.
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2 hrs awaySaint-Tropez
The glamorous yacht-filled Riviera resort.
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20 min awayVillefranche & Cap Ferrat
A pretty bay and millionaires’ peninsula.
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40 min awayMenton
The lemon town on the Italian border.
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Practical guide
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Nice visitor asks before booking.
The sweet-spot months
Late spring (May–June) and early autumn (September) bring warm, sunny weather and thinner crowds — the best times to visit.
Spring (Apr–Jun)
Warm, blossoming days ideal for the city and coast, before the summer crowds; the sea warms by June.
Summer (Jul–Aug)
Hot, sunny and very busy, perfect for the beach and boat trips; lavender peaks in early July.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Warm sea, golden light and fewer crowds — a wonderful time for the Riviera.
Winter (Nov–Feb)
Mild and quiet, with the famous February Carnival and easy access to nearby Alpine skiing.
Nice Carnival (Feb)
One of the world’s great carnivals fills the city with parades and flower battles in February.
One day
Enough for Vieux Nice, the market, Castle Hill and the Promenade.
Two days
Add a coastal boat trip and a Monaco and Eze day trip.
Three days
The sweet spot: the city, Monaco, and Cannes or Provence.
Four to five days
Add Saint-Tropez, Menton and more of the coast and Provence.
A week or more
Use Nice as a base for the whole French Riviera and Provence.
Travelling with kids
Mix the beach, a boat trip and Castle Hill at a gentle pace.
On foot
The old town and seafront are compact and walkable, with Castle Hill for the views.
Trams
Nice’s modern tram lines link the centre, station and airport cheaply and easily.
Trains along the coast
The Riviera train line runs along the coast to Monaco, Villefranche, Antibes, Cannes and Menton — perfect for day trips.
Bikes & e-bikes
The flat seafront is great for cycling, with bike-share and e-bike tours along the coast.
Day-trip transport
Trains reach most Riviera towns cheaply; tours bundle transport for Provence and the lavender fields.
From the airport
Nice Côte d’Azur Airport links to the centre by tram (Line 2) in about 25 minutes.
Book day trips & boats ahead
Popular Monaco, Provence and boat trips fill up in summer — book ahead, especially in July and August.
Currency & tipping
France uses the euro; service is included, but rounding up or leaving a little for good service is appreciated.
Beach shoes help
Nice’s beaches are pebbly, so water shoes make swimming and sunbathing more comfortable.
Time the lavender
For Provence lavender, visit between late June and mid-July, when the fields are in full purple bloom.
Dress for Monaco’s casino
The Monte-Carlo Casino has a dress code (smart attire, ID required) if you wish to enter the gaming rooms.
Try Niçoise specialities
Sample socca, salade niçoise and pan-bagnat at the Cours Saleya; a food tour finds the best.
Monaco & Eze trips
Popular day trips fill up in summer — book ahead.
Boat trips
Coastal cruises and small-group boats sell out — reserve early.
Provence lavender
Summer lavender and Verdon trips fill up fast — book ahead.
Food & market tours
Small-group food tours have limited places — reserve ahead.
Cannes & St-Tropez
Western Riviera day trips and ferries fill up — book early.
Summer & Carnival
July, August and the February Carnival fill hotels and tours — plan ahead.
Old town & food tours
Around €25–55 for a guided old town walk or a food and market tour.
Boat trips
About €30–70 for a coastal sightseeing or small-group boat trip.
Monaco & Eze
Roughly €55–80 for a half- or full-day Monaco and Eze tour.
Provence & lavender
Around €90–140 for a full-day Provence lavender and Verdon trip.
Cannes & St-Tropez
About €60–110 for a Cannes, Antibes or Saint-Tropez day trip.
How to save
Take the cheap coastal train to Riviera towns, enjoy the free old town and beaches, and join group day trips.
When to visit
Nice through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
Spring
Mar–May
- Best for
- Warm, blossoming days before the summer crowds.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- The sea warms by June.
Summer
Jun–Aug
- Best for
- Hot, sunny days for beaches, boats and lavender.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Busy and pricey — book ahead.
Autumn
Sep–Nov
- Best for
- Warm sea, golden light and thinner crowds.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- A wonderful time for the Riviera.
Winter
Dec–Feb
- Best for
- Mild, quiet days and the February Carnival.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Alpine skiing is close by.
People also ask
Nice travel FAQ
What are the best tours in Nice?
The highest-rated Nice experiences are an old town and food market tour, a Riviera boat trip, an e-bike or panoramic tour, and day trips to Monaco and Eze, Cannes and Antibes, and the lavender of Provence.
What should I book in advance in Nice?
Book popular Monaco, Provence and Saint-Tropez day trips and coastal boat trips ahead, along with food tours, especially in summer when the Riviera is busiest.
How many days do I need in Nice?
Two to three days is ideal — the city and its old town, a Monaco and Eze day trip, and a third day in Cannes and Antibes or the lavender of Provence.
How far is Monaco from Nice?
Monaco is just 30 minutes from Nice by train, road or boat, making the glamorous principality with Monte-Carlo and the clifftop village of Eze an easy, popular day trip.
What are the best day trips from Nice?
Monaco and Eze is the most popular; Cannes and Antibes are stylish and easy; and Provence’s lavender fields and the Verdon Gorge are the most scenic.
When is the best time to visit Nice?
Late spring (May–June) and early autumn (September) offer warm weather and fewer crowds; summer is hot and busy with peak lavender, while winter is mild with the February Carnival.
How do you get around Nice and the Riviera?
Nice’s old town and seafront are walkable, with cheap trams and a coastal train line linking Monaco, Cannes, Antibes and Menton for easy day trips; the airport is 25 minutes by tram.
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