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Nice's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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120 to 150 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Are you looking for a way to see Vieux Nice and Castle Hill without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Find out why some residents of Nice wake up to the morning sun gleaming off Apollo’s butt cheeks every day
• Hear from producer Riviera Bar Crawl Tours, a local tour company
• Do it all in two hours or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's Included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Place Massena
Nice, France

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

06300 Nice
France

The tour ends on Castle Hill with stunning views across the city.

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Old Town (pass by)

On this two-hour walking tour of Nice's Old Town, you’ll see the city’s most interesting sites.
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Place Massena (pass by)

The tour starts on Place Masséna where I’ll shed light on the controversial Fontaine du Soleil, a fountain featuring a statue of Apollo.
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Fontaine du Soleil (pass by)

While looking at the Fontaine du Soleil, find out why some residents of Nice wake up to the morning sun gleaming off Apollo’s butt cheeks every day.
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Esplanade Pompidou (pass by)

While standing in Esplanade Georges Pompidou, hear about the hyper-realistic style of painting called “Trompe-l’œil”, meaning “deceiving the eye”
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Opera de Nice (pass by)

See some of the city’s most interesting sites, including magnificent buildings like the Opéra de Nice, Negresco Hotel, Palais de la Préfecture and Castle Hill.
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Marché Aux Fleurs - Cours Saleya - Nice (pass by)

Make your way through the city’s flower market to the Palais de Justice.
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Palais de la Prefecture (pass by)

See some of the city’s most interesting sites, including magnificent buildings like the Opéra de Nice, Negresco Hotel, Palais de la Préfecture and Castle Hill.
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Palais de Justice (pass by)

Outside the Palais de Justice, I’ll tell you about one of France’s most famous criminals, Albert Spaggiari, who was also the mayor’s official photographer.
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Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice (pass by)

You'll see one of the most beautiful squares in the city, Place Rossetti, where you’ll find Nice Cathedral and hear how the area was given its UNESCO World Heritage status.
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Place Rossetti (pass by)

You'll see one of the most beautiful squares in the city, Place Rossetti, where you’ll find Nice Cathedral and hear how the area was given its UNESCO World Heritage status.
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Promenade des Anglais (pass by)

On this tour, you'll have a chance to take in Nice’s iconic coastline and find out why it is called Promenade des Anglais.
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Colline du Chateau (pass by)

On this tour, you'll have a chance to see breathtaking views of Old Nice from Castle Hill where our tour ends.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Nice’s Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

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  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route.

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