Our FREE Nice walking tour in English is run by our expert guide Matt. He has years of experience and a keen interest in the city’s history and culture. The walking tour is a good introduction to this beautiful city and a great way to make new friends.
Meeting Point: Leaves Villa Hostels at 11am monday and wednesday, and 4pm thursdays and sundays.
Tour Highlights
Starting from the main city square, Place Massena, Matt continues on to the Belle Epoque Opera house of Nice, the bustling old town, Cours Saleya Flower Market, baroque Cathedral Ste Réparate at Place Rossetti and the Promenade des Anglais. The tour finishes on Nice Castle Hill with its panoramic views of the city and the old town.
The tour last about 1h30 and covers the history of Nice from the middle ages to date. Learn about the plight of Catherine Segurane, a heroine of Nice who saved the city from a Turkish fleet or Guiseppe Garibaldi, born in Nice, who led the Italian revolutions which brought about the emergence of modern Italy.
Matt will also give you some great tips to help with your stay!
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