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Nice and Castle Hill Guided Historical Walking Tour

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Opening Hours

clock9:30 am or 3:30 pm daily except on Tuesday

Duration

clock3 hours

What It Is

  • The Nice and Castle Hill guided tour introduces the history, culture and gastronomy of the city of Nice.
  • As they explore narrow streets of Nice lined by colourful structures, travellers learn about the city's origins, its architecture and history.
  • The tour covers squares, monuments and Baroque churches of Old Nice.
  • During the tour, participants taste some of the best local culinary specialities.
  • Travellers can decide whether to visit only the old town or upgrade to tour the Castle Hill, too.
  • From the Castle Hill, participants admire views of the Mediterranean and the city below.
  • Castle Hill is an area for relaxation featuring gardens, a waterfall and picnic areas.

Your Experience With Nice and Castle Hill Guided Historical Walking Tour

  • Enjoy a guided tour through the old town of Nice and an optional visit to the Castle Hill.
  • Learn about the origins of Nice, its history and various lesser-known facts about the city.
  • Admire colourful structures lining the narrow streets and lay eyes on Baroque churches.
  • Visit various monuments and squares of Old Nice and visit the local market.
  • Learn details about the architecture of the old town and taste some of the best local specialties along the way.
  • Optionally, climb the Castle Hill and explore its gardens, picnic areas, cemetery and a waterfall.
  • From viewpoints of the Castle Hill, enjoy panoramic views of the city of Nice and the Mediterranean Sea.

What Nice and Castle Hill Guided Historical Walking Tour Includes?

  • Expert guidance by a certified guide and food tastings

Things Before Go

  • Dress accordingly to weather conditions and put on comfortable shoes suitable for walking.
  • You need to be in good shape to be able to keep up.
  • Dress modestly so you can enter the churches along the route.

Tips

  • Nice was founded by the Greeks who defeated the Ligurians, naming it after the Greek goddess of victory (Nikaia).
  • Before the arrival of the Greeks, the Castle Hill was a Ligurian stronghold.

Is It Suitable for Me?

  • The guided tour of Old Nice and the Castle Hill is highly recommended to every visitor of Nice.
  • Gourmands and fans of tasty bites should join the tour.
  • If you are interested in culture, history and architecture, you will enjoy this guided tour.

Travellers Talk

  • Overall, participating travellers speak highly of the guided tour of Nice and Castle Hill.
  • They learned a lot from the knowledgeable tour guide.
  • A number of reviewers recommend this tour to every visitor to Nice.
  • Many participants had a great opinion about the professionalism and eloquence of their assigned guide.
  • They also mentioned that the food they had is very delicious.
  • A few comments indicate that the rise to the Castle Hill requires an average physical shape at least.

Best Times to Visit

  • Spring and autumn

Ticket Information


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    Address / Pick up Location

      Castel Plage, 8 Quai des Etats Unis, the city of Nice

    Disabled Access

      The tour is suitable for participants in wheelchairs.

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