Nice 4 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Exploring the City Center

  • Accommodation: Stay at Hôtel Méridien Nice, centrally located near Place Masséna. Book Here

  • Breakfast: Start your day with a croissant and café au lait at Pain Quotidien on Avenue Jean Medecin.

  • Morning: Visit the iconic Promenade des Anglais, take a stroll along the beach, and admire the beautiful Belle Époque buildings. Don’t forget to take a picture with the famous Flower Clock!

  • Lunch: Head to Cours Saleya for a traditional Provençal lunch at one of the many eateries there, such as Chez Theresa.

  • Afternoon: Explore the Old Town (Vieille Ville), wander through the narrow streets, and visit places like Colline du Château for panoramic views of the city, Cathédrale Sainte-Reparate, and the charming Flower Market.

  • Dinner: Dine at Le Bistro d’Antoine in the Old Town for some delicious seafood.

  • Evening: Take a leisurely walk along Quai des Etats Unis to admire the night view of the harbor and the beautiful yachts.

  • Transportation: Nice has an excellent public transportation system, including trams, buses, and trains. Consider getting a Carnet (ticket book) for multiple uses. You can also rent bikes or scooters for a more active exploration.

Day 2: Day Trip to Cannes & Grasse

  • Breakfast: Grab a quick breakfast at your hotel or pick up some pastries for the road.

  • Morning: Take a train from Gare de Nice-Ville (the main train station) to Cannes (approximately 30 minutes). Explore the famous Boulevard de la Croisette, visit the Palais des Festivals where the Cannes Film Festival takes place.

  • Lunch: Enjoy lunch in Cannes at Chez Georges on Rue Meynadier, known for its delicious seafood.

  • Afternoon: Take a bus or train to Grasse (about 30 minutes from Cannes), the perfume capital of the world. Visit the Fragonard Perfume Museum and create your own perfume at one of the workshops.

  • Dinner: Return to Nice for dinner at Ristorante Pampanele in the Old Town, known for its authentic Neapolitan pizza.

Day 3: Visit Monaco & Eze

  • Breakfast: Start your day early with breakfast at your hotel or grab something on the go from a local bakery.

  • Morning: Take the train from Gare de Nice-Ville to Monaco (approximately 25 minutes). Visit the iconic Prince’s Palace, Oceanographic Museum, and walk through the beautiful Jardin Exotique de Monaco.

  • Lunch: Have lunch at Le Vistamar in Monaco, offering stunning views of the harbor.

  • Afternoon: Head to the nearby picturesque village of Eze. Explore the Fragonard Perfume Factory and enjoy the breathtaking views from the Exotic Garden (Jardin Exotique d’Eze).

  • Dinner: Return to Nice for dinner at Chantecler in the Hotel Negresco, known for its elegant atmosphere and seafood.

Day 4: Relaxing Day & Departure

  • Breakfast: Have a leisurely breakfast at your hotel or explore more of the local food scene at one of the many cafes in Nice.

  • Morning/Afternoon: Spend your final day relaxing at one of the beaches, shopping in the Old Town, or visiting any sights you may have missed.

  • Lunch/Dinner: Enjoy a farewell meal at La Merenda in the Cagnes sur Mer area, known for its Provençal cuisine.

  • Departure: Depending on your flight schedule, head to the airport (approximately 20 minutes by taxi from the city center) and bid adieu to beautiful Nice!