Nice France 7 Day Itinerary

Title: 7-Day Itinerary for Exploring Nice, France

Day 1 - Arrival & Orientation

  • Arrive at Nice Côte d’Azur Airport. You can get around the city by bus, tram, or taxi. Consider getting a Carnet (book of 10 tickets) for unlimited travel within 1 hour on buses and trams.

  • Check into your hotel in the Old Town (Vieille Ville) or Carré d’Or districts. Some recommended hotels are:

    • Hotel de Paris: Luxury, Carré d’Or
    • Hotel Le Grimaldi: Mid-range, Old Town
    • Hôtel Masséna: Budget, Central location

  • Spend the afternoon exploring the Old Town, visit Cours Saleya Market and Place Rossetti.

  • Enjoy a welcome dinner at La Merenda, offering authentic Niçoise cuisine.

Day 2 - Discover Promenade des Anglais & Colline du Château

  • Start your day with breakfast at a local bakery like Pain Quotidien.
  • Walk along the famous Promenade des Anglais, admiring the beautiful seafront.
  • Visit Castle Hill (Colline du Château), explore its gardens, and enjoy panoramic views of Nice.
  • Lunch at Café de l’Academie on Castle Hill.
  • In the afternoon, head to Opera House, Russian Orthodox Cathedral, and Palais Lascaris.
  • Dinner at Le Chantecler, a Michelin-starred restaurant offering stunning views of the city from the Hotel Negresco rooftop.

Day 3 - Day trip to Monaco

  • Take the train (approx. 20 minutes) to Monaco. Don’t forget your passport!
  • Visit the Prince’s Palace, Oceanographic Museum, and Monte Carlo Casino.
  • Lunch at Café de Paris in Monte Carlo.
  • Return to Nice in the evening. Dinner can be enjoyed along the Promenade des Anglais or in your hotel district.

Day 4 - Explore Cimiez & Museums

  • Breakfast at a local café.
  • Visit Cimiez Park, Roman Ruins, and the Chagall Museum.
  • Lunch at L’Olivier, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Cimiez.
  • In the afternoon, explore Matisse Museum or Musée Marc Chagall.
  • Dinner at Bastien et Bastienne, offering Provençal and Mediterranean dishes.

Day 5 - Day trip to Cannes & Antibes

  • Take the train (approx. 30 minutes to Cannes, 20 minutes to Antibes)
  • In Cannes, walk along the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès and La Croisette.
  • Lunch at a local café in Cannes or Antibes.
  • Head to Antibes, visit Picasso Museum and stroll around Vieil Antibes.
  • Return to Nice in the evening. Dinner can be enjoyed along the Promenade des Anglais or in your hotel district.

Day 6 - Relax & Shopping

  • Sleep in, have a leisurely breakfast, and relax on the beach! Plage du Ponchettes is a popular choice.
  • Spend the afternoon shopping along Rue Massena, Rue de France, or Rue Bonaparte.
  • Dinner at Les Plates Lumieres, offering a mix of Mediterranean and French cuisine.

Day 7 - Farewell Nice

  • Enjoy your last breakfast in Nice, maybe at the same place you had your first one!
  • Spend time exploring any areas missed during the week or revisit favorite spots.
  • Depart from Nice Côte d’Azur Airport. Safe travels!