Old Nice: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Explore Place Garibaldi: Nice's heart! Sun-drenched history, Italian-French soul, and iconic statues await.

Behold Giuseppe Garibaldi! This powerful statue of Nice's revolutionary son watches over the city, echoing tales of unity & freedom.

Uncover Nice's hidden gems! From a legendary heroine's tribute to a serene Baroque church, explore untold stories and local secrets.

Right, then left to a vibrant street! Discover Nice's bustling fish market, brimming with fresh catches and local life.

Explore the bustling Place Saint-François fish market and its serene fountain, and uncover its hidden spiritual past.

Ahead lies Rue Droite, one of Nice's oldest streets. Keep your eyes peeled for a subtle, surprising mark of history hidden in an old building!

A small, weathered cannonball—a real piece of 1543 siege history. It's a silent, powerful symbol of Nice's resilience.

Step into Rue Mascoïnat! This narrow alley holds Old Nice's quiet magic—a secret path where walls whisper centuries of stories. Feel the city's soul unfold!

Discover Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate! This Baroque masterpiece, guarding Nice's soul for centuries, mesmerizes with its grand façade & golden interior. Step into its living history!

Gaze at "Porte Fausse," a golden archway with a secret past! Once a hidden gate in Nice's walls, now an art piece bridging old and new.

Bask in Place Rossetti's charm! Then, indulge at Fenocchio, a Nice legend with 94 ice cream flavors—from classic to cactus

Right turn onto Rue Droite! Ahead, Castle Hill offers stunning views.

Immerse yourself in Place du Jésus! Discover the charming Baroque church and a whimsical "heavenly" restaurant. This tranquil square blends tradition and daily life.

Discover Nice's Church of St. Rita! This ancient gem boasts a stunning Baroque interior, whispering centuries of faith. Uncover its rich history.

See the Maison d'Adam et Eve! A striking bas-relief on a 1584 building shows two figures—Adam and Eve, or perhaps a feuding couple?

Explore Cours Saleya, Old Nice's vibrant soul! Immerse yourself in centuries of tradition, dazzling flowers, local flavors, & lively markets. Feel the Riviera's true spirit!

Discover Nice's Chapel of Mercy! Its modest exterior hides a breathtaking Baroque interior—a living art piece with frescoes & gold.

Turn right to find Nice's legal heart! The grand Palais de Justice and charming Palais Rusca.

Marvel at Opéra de Nice! This Belle Époque masterpiece, a true jewel of the arts, dazzles with grand architecture. Experience Nice's cultural heartbeat!

Discover Église Saint-François-de-Paule! A unique blend of Baroque & Neoclassical styles, this elegant church whispers centuries of history & devotion.

Witness The Kit Kat! This striking steel sculpture symbolizes Nice's heritage & its 1860 annexation. A bold modern landmark where art meets history.

Witness Nice's Fontaine du Soleil! This vibrant fountain, with Apollo & mythical figures, has a fiery past & radiant present. Discover its art, history, & the city's enduring soul!

Discover Place Masséna, Nice's vibrant heart! Marvel at geometric patterns, elegant architecture, glowing Plensa figures, & joyful water jets.

Explore Avenue Jean Médecin! Nice's vibrant modern spine pulses with shops & trams. This former Roman road, honoring a beloved mayor, blends centuries of stories.

Walk Nice's ancient Roman path! Discover how its modern buzz hides tales of Cemenelum, traders, & the Côte d'Azur name.

Discover Nice's largest church! Inspired by Notre-Dame de Paris, this grand basilica, a symbol of French unity, awaits. Its elegant towers & rich history call you!

Step into Nice's Neo-Gothic fairy tale: Basilique Notre-Dame de l’Assomption! Its towering spires, rose window, & soaring interior reveal centuries of faith & artistry.

Stroll Rue d’Italie! This ancient route, once linking Nice to Italy, whispers tales of merchants & cultures.

Stroll down Avenue Auber! Named after a famous composer, this lively street blends Nice's old-world charm with modern energy.

Journey down Avenue Thiers! This graceful street unveils Nice's "Russian Quarter"—where aristocracy wintered and Imperial Russia wove into the Riviera's soul.

Discover Boulevard Gambetta! Named for Léon Gambetta, a French hero who escaped by balloon, this street celebrates liberty. 

Walk Boulevard du Tzarewitch! Named for a Russian Crown Prince.

Discover Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas! Nice's stunning Russian Orthodox jewel, with vibrant onion domes, symbolizes a century-old French-Russian bond.

Explore Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas's magnificent interior, the grand finale of your Nice journey!