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Free audio walking tours of Nice
Itinerarly has 3 self-guided audio tours of Nice, France, from 1 h to 2 h 20. Each one walks you between the stops in order and plays a short narrated story when you arrive. The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese, and the tours are free.
Nice Express
Old Town and Castle Hill
- Old Town NiceWelcome to Old Nice, the city's vibrant and historical heart. As you stroll through this labyrinth of narrow alleyways with ochre and red facades, you will discover the city's Italian soul.
- Cours Saleya MarketYou are on Cours Saleya, one of the most picturesque spots in Nice. Famous worldwide for its flower market with colorful and fragrant stalls, it is also a meeting point for food lovers.
- Castle Hill ViewpointProudly overlooking the city, Castle Hill is the historical birthplace of Nice. Although the castle itself was destroyed in 1706 by Louis XIV's troops, the site has become a shaded park much loved by the locals.
Nice Classics
Promenade and sunset spots
- Place MassénaPlace Masséna is the modern beating heart of Nice, linking the old town to contemporary districts. Vast and elegant with its black and white checkerboard paving, it is surrounded by magnificent Piedmontese-style red buildings.
- Old Town NiceWelcome to Old Nice, the city's vibrant and historical heart. As you stroll through this labyrinth of narrow alleyways with ochre and red facades, you will discover the city's Italian soul.
- Cours Saleya MarketYou are on Cours Saleya, one of the most picturesque spots in Nice. Famous worldwide for its flower market with colorful and fragrant stalls, it is also a meeting point for food lovers.
- Promenade des AnglaisThe Promenade des Anglais stretches majestically for seven kilometers along the Bay of Angels. Created in the 19th century by British residents who used to spend their winters in Nice, this palm-lined avenue has become a global symbol of the French Riviera.
- Rauba Capeu SunsetRauba Capeu quay, which means 'stolen hat' in Niçois because the wind often blows off passers-by's hats, offers one of Nice's most spectacular viewpoints. Located at the foot of Castle Hill, this bend between the Promenade des Anglais and the port is the ideal spot for a souvenir photo with the famous 'I Love Nice'…
Complete Nice
Promenade and Cimiez museums
- Place MassénaPlace Masséna is the modern beating heart of Nice, linking the old town to contemporary districts. Vast and elegant with its black and white checkerboard paving, it is surrounded by magnificent Piedmontese-style red buildings.
- Old Town NiceWelcome to Old Nice, the city's vibrant and historical heart. As you stroll through this labyrinth of narrow alleyways with ochre and red facades, you will discover the city's Italian soul.
- Castle Hill ViewpointProudly overlooking the city, Castle Hill is the historical birthplace of Nice. Although the castle itself was destroyed in 1706 by Louis XIV's troops, the site has become a shaded park much loved by the locals.
- Promenade des AnglaisThe Promenade des Anglais stretches majestically for seven kilometers along the Bay of Angels. Created in the 19th century by British residents who used to spend their winters in Nice, this palm-lined avenue has become a global symbol of the French Riviera.
- Quai des États-UnisQuai des États-Unis extends the Promenade des Anglais, running along the Old Town to the foot of Castle Hill. Its upper promenade overlooks the famous 'ponchettes'—low historical buildings once used as shelters for fishermen and merchants.
- Matisse MuseumPerched on Cimiez hill, the Matisse Museum is housed in the superb Villa des Arènes, a 17th-century Genoese villa with ruby-red plaster. This museum houses one of the most complete collections of Henri Matisse, who lived in Nice from 1917 until his death in 1954.
- Cimiez MonasteryThe Cimiez Monastery is a true haven of peace founded in the 9th century by Benedictine monks. The current monastic complex, featuring a majestic cloister and a church housing works by the famous painter Louis Bréa, exudes profound serenity.
Frequently asked questions
- Is there a free audio walking tour of Nice?
- Yes. The Itinerarly app has 3 free self-guided audio tours of Nice: Nice Express (3 stops, about 1 h); Nice Classics (5 stops, about 1 h 40); Complete Nice (7 stops, about 2 h 20). The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese.
- Which sights do the Nice audio tours visit?
- Stops include Old Town Nice, Cours Saleya Market, Castle Hill Viewpoint, Place Masséna, Promenade des Anglais, Rauba Capeu Sunset, Quai des États-Unis, Matisse Museum, Cimiez Monastery.
- How long does a walking tour of Nice take?
- The Nice tours take from 1 h to 2 h 20, including time at each stop. Pick the shortest one if you only have an hour.
- Do I need to pay or book?
- No. The tours are free and you start them whenever you want. Some monuments charge their own entry ticket; the app links to the official ticket page where there is one.
- Does it work offline?
- You need a connection for the map and directions. A stop you have already downloaded can be replayed without a connection.
- What do I need?
- The free Itinerarly app on iPhone (App Store) or Android (Google Play), and a free account.
- Can Itinerarly plan the rest of my day in Nice?
- Yes. In Plan mode you add the places you want to see and Itinerarly puts them in the best order, with travel times that account for live traffic.
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