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The Best Tours in Nice – Riviera, Old Town & Day Trips

We compared the tours that actually start in Nice – Old Town walks, Villefranche boat trips and days out to Èze, Monaco and Provence – and say plainly when the train is simpler or a destination is a long ride away.

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Top rated · Season 2026

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Ranked by real review counts – from Old Town walks and food tours to boat trips and Riviera day trips.

170 tours available · Sorted by number of verified reviews. Prices and availability come live from GetYourGuide.

From Nice: Eze, Monaco, & Monte-Carlo Half-Day Trip
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From Nice: Eze, Monaco, & Monte-Carlo Half-Day Trip

⏱ 5 hours · 4.5 (7,025)

Experience the charm of the Côte d'Azur. Visit Eze, a medieval village and perfume Fragonard, the marvelous principality of Monaco, and the circuit of Formula 1.

from €36 per person

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Nice: 1h sightseeing cruise to Villefranche bay
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Nice: 1h sightseeing cruise to Villefranche bay

⏱ 1 hour · 4.6 (3,718)

See Nice, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and Villefranche-sur-Mer on a 1h sightseeing cruise along the French Riviera. Admire the coastal towns, lush landscapes, and millionaire villas f…

from €30 per person

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Nice: Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour
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Nice: Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour

⏱ 9 hours · 4.4 (3,410)

Visit the Verdon Gorge and explore the villages of Castellane and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, one of the most beautiful villages of France.

from €89 per person

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Nice: 1- or 2-Day Unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Nice: 1- or 2-Day Unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

· 4.2 (3,324)

See Nice's city sights from an open-top bus with a 1- or 2-day hop-on hop-off pass. Hop on and off freely at Promenade des Anglais, Vieille Ville, and Port Lympia.

from €24 per person

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Nice - Saint Tropez: round trip boat transfer for a day
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Nice - Saint Tropez: round trip boat transfer for a day

⏱ 1 day · 4.5 (1,672)

Travel between Nice and St. Tropez by boat with a round-trip ticket. Explore St. Tropez, one of the most charming cities on the French Riviera.

from €99 per person

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Nice: Panoramic Riviera guided Tour by Open-Top Electric Car

Nice: Panoramic Riviera guided Tour by Open-Top Electric Car

⏱ 2 hours · 4.9 (1,580)

The perfect short escape to discover the French Riviera’s most stunning views in a unique open-top electric car.

from €60 per person

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From Nice: The Best of the French Riviera Full Day Tour
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From Nice: The Best of the French Riviera Full Day Tour

⏱ 10 hours · 4.8 (1,508)

Discover the beauty of the French Riviera on a full-day tour with pickup. Soak up the glamour that attracts the rich and famous in Cannes, Monaco, Monte Carlo, Eze, Saint-Paul d…

from €95 per person

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From Nice: Follow a live guide in an electric mini Fiat on the French Riviera!

From Nice: Follow a live guide in an electric mini Fiat on the French Riviera!

⏱ 2 hours · 4.9 (1,415)

Rent a seat in a Topolino and immerse yourself in the unforgettable landscapes of the Côte d'Azur. An exclusive experience to make your stay exceptional and capture unparall…

from €70 per person

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Nice: A gentle ride on a small electric train with panoramic views

Nice: A gentle ride on a small electric train with panoramic views

⏱ 50 minutes · 4.4 (1,363)

Explore Nice and its treasures aboard its 100% electric little train. An authentic immersion in the city's history and local heritage.

from €14 per person

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Nice: #1 Bar Crawl – Free Shots, Games & VIP Club Entry

Nice: #1 Bar Crawl – Free Shots, Games & VIP Club Entry

⏱ 5 hours · 4.6 (1,322)

Nice’s #1 pub crawl — 1,000+ five-star reviews & 10M+ Instagram views. 5 bars, 6 shots, games & VIP club entry. Huge summer crowds, more social groups off-season.

from €20 per person

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From Nice: Monaco, Monte-Carlo and Eze Village Guided Tour

From Nice: Monaco, Monte-Carlo and Eze Village Guided Tour

⏱ 5 hours · 4.8 (1,266)

Discover the medieval village of Eze, Monte Carlo, and the Principality of Monaco on this guided trip from Nice.\nSee sights like the Casino in Monte Carlo, Hotel de Paris, and…

from €69 per person

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Molinard Parfums Nice: Discovery Perfume Workshop

Molinard Parfums Nice: Discovery Perfume Workshop

⏱ 45 minutes · 4.8 (1,101)

A first immersion in the art of perfumery. In 45 minutes, accompanied by a perfume expert, create your personal 30 ml fragrance from 40 essences.

from €65 per person

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From Nice: Eze, Monaco, & Monte-Carlo Half-Day Trip First visit 5 h ★ 4.5 (7,025) €36 Check price →
Nice: 1h sightseeing cruise to Villefranche bay First visit 1 h ★ 4.6 (3,718) €29.5 Check price →
Nice: Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour First visit 9 h ★ 4.4 (3,410) €89.25 Check price →
Nice: 1- or 2-Day Unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour First visit 0 h ★ 4.2 (3,324) €24 Check price →

Why Nice Tours

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We're an independent comparison guide for Nice and French Riviera – not a tour operator.

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Tours are taken from the current Nice inventory and ranked by verified reviews, not copied from another destination.

Clear starting points

Boat trips leave from Port Lympia or nearby Villefranche, while Riviera day trips range from a short coastal hop to a full day on the road.

No brochure promises

Nice has long pebble beaches, not sandy resort beaches, and no grand castle still standing on Castle Hill. We say what the city does and does not offer.

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Honest answers to the questions travellers ask us most.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Nice have sandy beaches?

The central beaches along the Promenade des Anglais are pebble beaches, not sand. Bring water shoes if stones bother you. For smaller coves and different shorelines, look toward Villefranche-sur-Mer, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat or Cap-d’Ail.

Is there a castle on Castle Hill?

No large castle survives on Colline du Château. People go for the park, waterfall and views over the Baie des Anges and Port Lympia. You can climb by stairs or use the free lift near Rue des Ponchettes when it is operating.

Do I need a tour for Èze or Monaco?

Not necessarily. Trains make Monaco easy, while Èze village needs a bus or a connection from Èze-sur-Mer. A tour is useful when you want both places in half a day, commentary and no timetable planning.

Where do boat tours leave from?

Many leave from Port Lympia in Nice, but some snorkeling and coastal trips start in Villefranche-sur-Mer or another nearby harbour. Check the meeting point before paying; the title alone does not guarantee a central Nice departure.

Are Saint-Tropez and the Verdon Gorge close to Nice?

No. Both are full-day outings with substantial travel time, especially in summer traffic. Saint-Tropez is also reached by seasonal boat services. Book them for the destination itself, not as a quick extension of a city break.

What is Nice best booked for?

The strongest local choices are Old Town and Castle Hill walks, food and Bellet wine experiences, coastal cruises around Villefranche, perfume workshops and day trips along the Riviera. Nice itself does not offer sandy resort beaches or a surviving hilltop castle.

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