Top Nice Day Trips

Experience the glamorous resort towns, white-sand beaches, and ocean views of the French Riviera on this full-day small-group tour. With an extended itinerary, you’ll visit Antibes, Eze, Saint-Paul de Vence, and Villefranche-sur-Mer. Explore the local market in Antibes, admire the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, and see the world-famous Monte Carlo Casino in Monaco, with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Nice.

Go beyond Cannes, the celebrity-studded star of the French Riviera, and visit two of the region's most beautiful towns on this full-day tour from Nice. Stroll the luxurious shopping boulevard of La Croisette, and see the Palace of Festivals, home to the iconic Cannes Film Festival. Next, head to glamorous, seaside Antibes and charming Saint-Paul-de-Vence, renowned for its connection with artists such as Matisse and Picasso.

Explore highlight attractions along the French Riviera—and benefit from a personalized, time-saving way to travel—on this full-day, small-group tour from Nice or Cannes. With pickup directly from your hotel, getting around is made simple. Visit the top sights in princely Monaco, stop at the picturesque Èze for Mediterranean views, and learn how perfume is made at Parfumerie Fragonard, all in just one day.

Check off all the highlights of Monaco and the eastern French Riviera on this half-day tour—and make it back to Nice in time for lunch or dinner. Minimize driving time by taking the scenic Middle Corniche road, stopping in the perfume town of Èze along the way. On arrival in Monte Carlo, there’s time to see the Monte Carlo Casino, the Prince’s Palace, and the Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit.

This is not a tour where you spend most of your time driving in traffic jams! It's not a chase like many other tours. I built the tour to avoid this problem, you will have enough time to enjoy each spot with the help and instructions of a professional guide. Treat yourself to a trip to the Middle Ages! Discover the most beautiful Provencal medieval villages, a cultural and architectural wealth! Grasse, Gourdon, Tourettes-sur-Loup and Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Visit the historic FRAGONARD museum factory of fragrance in Grasse. Discover Grasse : It's saracens tower and it's unbelievable cathedral. Admire panoramic views of gourdon and valey of loup. Enjoy an ice cream made from the "violet" flower in Tourettes sur Loup. Discover dozens of art galleries in Saint Paul de Vence.

See the glorious scenery along the Mediterranean coast from the water during a 1-hour sightseeing cruise from Nice. Board the ship at the Port of Nice and begin the tour in the Baie des Anges. Venture around the Cap de Nice to see the imposing Citadelle and myriad historic hamlets that dot the hilly landscape, as well as the lovely Promenade des Anglais along the beach in Nice. As you enjoy the unforgettable views, listen to commentary about the history of the French Riviera.

Leave the city’s bustle behind for a day, and discover some of southern France’s most spectacular scenery, on this small-group tour. Following pickup from your Nice hotel, travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned minivan. Pass by the Gorges du Loup and Castellane before arriving at the Verdon Gorge: a dramatic, river-carved gorge, often described as the “Grand Canyon of Europe.” After exploring, stop at a charming medieval village, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, before returning to Nice.

Discover the wonders of the French Riviera by going on an action-packed day tour. Save hours researching things to see and do by having an itinerary planned out for you. After a hotel pickup, you’ll travel to Promenade Des Anglais, the village of Eze, Monaco, Monte Carlo, Cannes, Antibes, St. Paul de Vence, and many more top sights.

The mountain railways of the Alps wind their way through canyons, tunnels, and viaducts, affording spectacular views and adventure. With this full-day tour, you'll ride the train to picturesque medieval villages, hopping off to enjoy hiking, perusing town squares, and more. A good fitness level is required as you’ll be walking up to 7 miles (11 kilometers) in total, experiencing this untrammeled land in the open air.

Colorful Provence boasts some of France’s most beautiful countryside scenery, but organizing transportation to explore solo from the French Riviera takes time and effort. On this tour, enjoy round-trip travel from your Nice hotel and see the best of Provence in a day. With your guide at the wheel, spin to must-see sites like Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the Verdon gorges, and enjoy uninterrupted views over the rural landscapes.

Provence is renowned for its wine production, but travelers often don’t know where to find the best wines—or how to get there. Enjoy a bespoke wine immersion during this full-day, small-group tour from Nice. Meet the wine makers keeping traditions alive at three award-winning vineyards and enjoy an expert-led masterclass on wine tasting. With tastings and air-conditioned transfers included, all you have to do is come thirsty.

Medieval Èze, Monaco, and Monte Carlo are widely considered the jewels in the French Riviera’s crown—but organizing transportation to reach them independently from Nice takes up valuable sightseeing time. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Nice hotel and visit all three destinations in one adventurous day. Discover top attractions like the Grand Casino and the Fragonard Perfumery, and admire uninterrupted views over Villefranche-sur-Mer.

Private tour experience: “Maximum 4 people only. Start your day journey from Nice and head toward Cannes. Visit the world-famous Palais des Festivals, home of the Cannes Film Festival, and walk up the legendary red carpet steps for photos and a taste of movie star glamour. Continue to Antibes, one of the oldest cities on the French Riviera, You’ll have the chance to see the Picasso Museum, located in the historic Château Grimaldi overlooking the sea. Explore its picturesque old town, wander through the lively Provençal Market, and admire the impressive yachts moored at Port Vauban. Your next stop is the enchanting medieval village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Walk its cobbled streets, discover a town rich in artistic heritage. Saint-Paul-de-Vence has inspired countless artists, writers, and poets such as Chagall, Picasso, and Matisse. Today, its charming lanes are filled with art galleries, studios, and workshops.

Visit the medieval villages of the hinterland of Nice, historic, authentic and full of charm, Grasse, Gourdon, Tourrettes-sur-Loup and Saint-Paul-de-Vence.You will have enough time to discover each village. This guided tour will take you back in time, you will discover beautiful landscapes, breathtaking views, monuments, artisans, culinary specialties, violet ice cream.... An unforgettable day awaits you with a confirmed, friendly and passionate guide.

This tour offers you the opportunity to discover the authenticity and charm of the picturesque medieval villages of Provence. This seamless, multi-part tour will whisk you away to the region’s top destinations, all in one day. Meet your guide at your hotel in Nice, hop aboard your air-conditioned vehicle, and set off with just a small group for company. You’ll visit the Parfumerie Fragonard in Grasse, will explore Gourdon, Tourrettes-sur-Loup, will ascend to Saint-Paul-de-Vence, and more…

If you’re looking to see some of the French Riviera’s most popular sights, but don’t want to explore in a large tour group, this French Riviera Small-Group NiceCar Tour from Nice is a great choice. Along with a small group and guide, make stops at Batterie du Mont Boron, St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Villefranche-sur-Mer, and Eze. Plus, An immersive break at Fragonard, the emblematic perfumer of Èze.

Nice, France, hit the scenery jackpot: It rises from the banks of the Mediterranean Sea at the base of the French Alps. With fantastic beaches and Belle Epoque and Baroque-influenced architecture, the deal is sealed. On this tour, go beyond the exquisite scenery and beyond the guidebooks, following a born-and-raised local to this French Riviera city’s best spots.

Have just a short amount of time free on the French Riviera? Maximize your sightseeing—and head to several highlight destinations, all in just half a day—on this private tour. Following hotel pickup directly from your Nice, Villefranche, or Cannes accommodation, hop aboard your private vehicle and set off with your driver-guide. Look forward to visiting the medieval village of Èze, heading to glitzy Monaco, and seeing all the highlights of Monte Carlo.

On this full-day, chauffeured tour, you’ll swap the bustle of the city for picturesque villages and glamorous cities along the French Riviera. First, learn the secrets of French perfume in hilltop, medieval Eze, and get a first-hand peek at the famous racetracks of Monte Carlo. Then, head to the artists’ hub of Saint Paul-de-Vence, followed by a stroll by the boutiques and luxury hotels of Cannes.

Maximize time in the French Riviera with a private tour. Choose between a half-day or full-day itinerary and get picked up in air-conditioned vehicle. Personalize the itinerary according to your interests or set out on a journey to see top regional destinations including Monaco, Saint-Paul de Vence, and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Learn about local culture and history during the tour.

While most French Riviera tours stick to the coast, this full-day tour takes you inland to explore the picturesque medieval villages in the surrounding hills. Visit the Fragonard perfume factory in Grasse, admire the views from Gourdon’s medieval castle, and follow in the footsteps of artists such as Chagall and Picasso in St-Paul-de-Vence. The route also includes Tourrettes-sur-Loup, known for its violets, with a stop to sample violet ice cream.

Embark on a 3-hour, small-group boat trip from the port of Nice, taking in the natural wonders of the Mediterranean coast. Board a semi-rigid boat alongside your skipper, and sail to the Mala Cave to swim or snorkel in the turquoise waters or relax with views of the rugged cliffs. Hop off at Villefranche-sur-Mer to explore its port and the charming old town.

Spend the day sightseeing along the glittering French Riviera on this full-day explorer tour from Nice, which helps you cover more ground in less time. Visit the Palace of Festivals, La Croisette Boulevard, and the Walk of Fame in star-studded Cannes and gawp at the lavish yachts in Billionaires’ Quay. Stop to visit the ’Trophy of the Alps’ in La Turbie and enjoy the views from Eze en-route to Monaco. Finally, head to glamorous Monte Carlo to try your luck at the iconic Monte Carlo Casino and see the famous Formula One Grand Prix circuit.