Private Castle Park, Cimiez & Old Nice Tour

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Duration: 4h
Location: Nice, France | Nice, France


Category: Day Trips & Excursions

Highlights:
Personalized services of a private driver guide
Discovery of Castle Park & its spectacular view of the city
A ride along the port & Place Garibaldi
Picturesque Cimiez, monastery & olive grove
Lively old town, its cafés, churches & small streets

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Nice
Roundtrip transportation to and from your central Nice hotel

Description:

Explore the capital of the French Riviera on this complete half-day tour of Nice. Marvel at this pristine seaside city from its high point at Castle Park, drive along the elegant port, enjoy a stroll in the delightful area of Cimiez, and venture through the narrow alleyways in Old Town.

Head out from your hotel up the hill to Castle Park, a maze of stunning greenery that has become popular for its cool undergrowth and surprising waterfall. Look down onto the port, Old Town, and Baie des Anges before hopping back in the car for a drive down the hill.

Cruise along the port while admiring magnificent Italian-style buildings, the picturesque Place Garibaldi, and the modern sculptures along the Promenade des Arts.

Complete your Nice experience with a visit to one of its most charming neighborhoods: Cimiez, a favorite of England's Queen Victoria who came to spend her winter holidays here regularly in the 19th century. Admire this serene place and the ancient park of the Franciscan Monastery before heading to the graceful ruins of an arena from the Roman times. Follow up this portion of the tour with a leisurely walk in the nearby olive grove.

As you descend back to the city center, stop at the vibrant Promenade des Anglais, a 4.3-mile (7-km) long seaside boulevard lined with grand Belle Epoque architecture.

Stroll through the medieval Old Town, wander around the narrow alleyways, and soak in the traditional baroque atmosphere and the various churches hidden in the streets.