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Nice: The Heart of the Old Town and the Gateway to the French Riviera
Nicea, France

Nice: The Heart of the Old Town and the Gateway to the French Riviera

A walking tour from the bustling Place Masséna to the historical peaks of Castle Hill.

1h 31min
Duration
1.6 km
Distance
7
places
33
stories

What to expect

A walking tour from the bustling Place Masséna to the historical peaks of Castle Hill.

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Audio quality
Professional narration
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Narrator
Native speaker
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Offline mode
Download and listen offline
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Content
History and culture
Nice: The Heart of the Old Town and the Gateway to the French Riviera

7 unique places

Explore each location at your own pace

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Place Masséna: The Red Heart of the City

The main square of Nice, known for its characteristic checkerboard pattern, red buildings, and the Fountain of the Sun.

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Place Masséna: The Red Heart of the City
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02

Promenade du Paillon: The Green River of Nice

A modern city park built above the covered Paillon River, famous for its water mirror and mist zones.

Promenade du Paillon: The Green River of Nice
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03

Opera in Nice: Phoenix from the Ashes

The historical opera house building, rebuilt after a tragic fire in the nineteenth century, modeled after the Garnier style.

Opera in Nice: Phoenix from the Ashes
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04

Cours Saleya: Flower and Food Market

The historic market square in the heart of the Old Town, pulsating with life, colors, and scents.

Cours Saleya: Flower and Food Market
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The Cathedral of Saint Reparata: Baroque Pearl

The main cathedral of Nice, hidden in Rossetti Square. A masterpiece of seventeenth-century Baroque.

The Cathedral of Saint Reparata: Baroque Pearl
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Lascaris Palace: The Treasury of Aristocracy

A seventeenth-century aristocratic palace in the style of Genoese Baroque, now housing a museum of musical instruments.

Lascaris Palace: The Treasury of Aristocracy
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Castle Hill: The Cradle of Nice

The park on the hill where Nicea was born. It offers ruins, an artificial waterfall, and the best views of the city.

Castle Hill: The Cradle of Nice
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Everything you need for your tour

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Audio guide

Professional narration in multiple languages with fascinating stories about each place.

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Interactive map

Navigate easily with an interactive map showing all tour locations and your current position.

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Texts and photos

Read detailed descriptions and view historical photos of each location.

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Stories and legends

Discover fascinating stories, legends, and historical anecdotes about each place.

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Architecture

Learn about architectural styles, buildings, and monuments along the route.

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Offline mode

Download the tour and listen without internet connection anywhere.

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