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Mediterranean Coastal Sightseeing Cruise from Nice

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Nice, France
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  • 1 hour (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

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· Iurii_S ·
Jul 2026
A wonderful tour along the Côte d'Azur! Incredible views, a clear sea, and a wonderful atmosphere. Special thanks to the boat crew who made this trip special. Definitely recommend!
· elektra_d ·
Sept 2026
Super friendly staff! Everything on time. Smooth sailing & funny & extremely informative tour guide in French and English. Drinks available on board!

Overview

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.
  • Explore the coastal waters of the Baie des Anges and the Rade de Villefranche-sur-Mer
  • Admire spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea and shoreline
  • Discover ancient villages perched high on the hillsides
  • Listen to the fascinating onboard commentary and hear about the French Riviera's rich history and heritage

What's Included

  • Multilingual guide (English and French)
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Trans Côte d’Azur
    Quai Lunel, 06300 Nice, France

    Trans Cote d'Azur, Quai Lunel au Port de Nice. En face du 22 Quai Lunel.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Ticket Redemption Points

  • Quai Lunel, 06300 Nice, France
  • Quai Lunel, 06300 Nice, France
  • Itinerary

    Board your sightseeing boat at the Port of Nice for either a morning or afternoon tour.

    Bask in the glowing Mediterranean sun while you glide down the coast of the French Riviera. Listen to informative on-board commentary about the history of this region as you gaze up at the little villages perched on hillsides overlooking the water. Watch the landscape rise from the beaches through hills and up to the mountains in the distance. Admire the luxurious villas with their magnificent sea views.

    Cruise through the Rade de Villefranche-sur-Mer and around the Cap de Nice. Venture back toward the shore to see the fortress of the Citadelle. Turn around in the bay for the return trip along Cap Ferrat and into the Baie des Anges. Watch people stroll along the Promenade des Anglais in Nice.

    Your boat returns to the Port of Nice after about an hour's time on the water.

    Promenade des Anglais (Pass By)

    Villefranche-sur-Mer (Pass By)

    St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Please arrive at Quai Lunel to exchange your voucher for a tickets 30 minutes before departure.
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Featured review

    Christy_S
    This tour was a wonderful way to see the area around Nice. The speaker provided great information/details about the area and included not only history but also some 'scoops' (like the celebrity homes in the area). Lucky for us, the weather was beautiful and the winds calm on the day we were there.

    Reviews

    4.4
    based on 1,037 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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    Good Value Short Trip

    Campbell_B, Oct 2026
    It was a fun short trip that took us to Villefranche-sur-Mer and along the Nice coast. The boat captain and crew were excellent.

    Sad that an otherwise...

    michael_m, Sept 2026
    Sad that an otherwise pleasant trip on a very nice boat was ruined by an incredibly loud and distorted comentary by someone who clearly didn't know how to use a microphone. Also, I wouldn't describe just going around the corner into Villefranche was a 'coastal cruise'.

    Cancelled with no notification by supplier or Viator

    Melissa_G, Sept 2026
    Our cruise was cancelled upon arriving to check in. No pre communication from supplier or Viator, wasted 30Euro on an uber to join the activity. Cancellation was due to a port strike that day. Still waiting for formal cancellation information and a full refund.

    The tour was fun. Had a...

    dougatou1, Sept 2026
    The tour was fun. Had a little time trying to find the place. I called to get the exact location and the lady who answered the phone was rude to me. I called twice to get help and she said "you have already called and I already told you...." I was just trying to find the place as that was my first in France. However, The tour guides were polite and funny. Overall good tour.

    Boat cruise Nice, France

    Charlene_R, Sept 2026
    Got to boat ticket office and informed tour was canceled due a harbor struck, harbor was closed. Not really tour operators fault but they should have called me so I wouldn’t have had to pay a round trip Uber cost from the hotel - $50 euros.

    Beautiful Boat Trip along the Coast

    Eliz_F, Sept 2026
    We absolutely loved our boat trip around Nice. It was such a lovely experience and a wonderful way to see the beautiful coastline from the water. The views were stunning, and being out on the Mediterranean made it feel really special. Everything was well organised, and the trip was both relaxing and enjoyable. It was definitely one of the highlights of our stay in Nice and something we would highly recommend. We really enjoyed every minute and would definitely do it again. A beautiful experience and a lovely memory from our trip to Nice.

    Great way to see the...

    Sue_G, Sept 2026
    Great way to see the coast! Boat is comfortable and the crew are very good. They also serve up Mimosas.

    Recommend

    MaryBeth_M, Sept 2026
    Two hour boat ride on the gorgeous Mediterranean Sea; we left from the port in Nice which was easy to locate. Arrive early if you want to be assured of a place to sit outside. The views were spectacular.

    Spectacular

    Julie_P, Sept 2026
    It was the perfect fill-in in our day, and the views were spectacular. Our guide was knowledgeable and funny too.

    Attention !

    Maura_Q, Sept 2026
    Don’t buy the champagne on board !!!! Overpriced …€25 per glass 😠 Begging bowl at the end is a bit too hungry !!!

    Boat tour is the way to go

    Liz_P, Sept 2026
    It was beautiful! One hour of magnificent views and narrator/host had fun facts. The views were breathtaking and time was well spent to see the surroundings area.

    Unfortunately due to...

    Andy_F, Sept 2026
    Unfortunately due to weather our booked excursion was cancelled but we got a full refund d ti the account same day. Awesome

    Over all a great time

    Meredith_K, Sept 2026
    A beautiful day to be on the water. The boat was nice. Seats comfortable. We just couldn’t hear the person speaking very well so we didn’t know what we were looking at.

    Fantastic Cruise

    Edward_T, Sept 2026
    This is a fantastic quick Cruise. Alot is packed in. The crew di a great job entertaining and explaining the sights and history along the coast.

    Amazing Time

    Cai_G, Sept 2026
    We were running late but they were so accommodating. The boat is super clean snd the guy on the mic was amazing.

    Easy low commitment enjoyable coastal cruise.

    Mercedes_C, Sept 2026
    Very relaxing low commitment sailing cruise from port of Nice to Villefranche sur Mer then back to Nice. Some great narration in English and French. Snack and drinks available for purchase on board. You are docked in the Villefranche sur Mer Bay for a good 20 minutes. It is very picturesque with lots of beautiful homes and shoreline. Always nice to see a coastal city from the water. Also learned a little bit about the area in terms of history and biodiversity. Could have done with not knowing so much about who lived in which home (all celebrities and royalty) but I know some people like that. I liked learning more about the history and biodiversity as well as architecture of the region. However overall very enjoyable and was still able to take a half day trip to another town in the afternoon after my 11am tour.

    Amazing 10/10

    Kelsey_K, Sept 2026
    Amazing trip from start to finish. Would 100% recommend this trip! We sat upstairs on the way there which was lovely as could top up my tan lol. Did feel like a long wile on are way there but deffo worth it! Went swimming at St George’s bay which was sooo beautiful and they gave you enough time to swim! Then of we went to symi. We went for some drinks and food and walked around the markets and then we was ready for departure. They give you more than enough time to explore. Then on way back we sat downstairs with aircon and had a nap. The seats were comfy enough to do so. Overall had an amazing time with my partner! Would definitely recommend . We are super tired now.

    Welcoming staff & a great 1hr cruise

    elektra_d, Sept 2026
    Super friendly staff! Everything on time. Smooth sailing & funny & extremely informative tour guide in French and English. Drinks available on board!

    This is a must do

    Bridget_M, Aug 2026
    This is a brilliant trip and the staff are fantastic. Well worth it to see the coastline. Just beautiful

    Lovely Tour!

    Tasya_L, Aug 2026
    This tour was a beautiful ride with an informed guide and incredible customer service! Wear a hat because it is incredibly warm especially if you don’t have a covered seat.

    Amazing!!!

    Tanya_L, Aug 2026
    The tour was well worth the money. The guides were very professional and their communication was fine. They spoke in both French and English. Getting off the train turn to your right and then make a slight left at the end of the boats and head to exchange your e-ticket for a paper ticket. Okay, back to the tour it lasted 1 hrs and of course the sentiment because you are on a boat we all wish it were longer. We felt that is was still very enjoyable for a last moment tour. I would recommend purchasing this tour. If we return we would go on it again despite the 1hr length.

    Nice view from the boat

    Ivana_O, Aug 2026
    It was crowded, but if you arrive early enough you can get a good seat. It also felt rushed. The crew were exceptionally friendly!

    Nice cruise, easy to...

    Ilona_M, Aug 2026
    Nice cruise, easy to retrieve boarding tickets and find the boat. Information provided in English and French. Thank you.

    The tour was OK, a bit...

    Jasmine_T, Jul 2026
    The tour was OK, a bit expensive for what you get. Tour guide and crew were great. Unfortunately no cards accepted for payment of refreshments.

    Speedy trip around the...

    Marcelle_L, Jul 2026
    Speedy trip around the shoreline. Captain narrates in French and English. Friendly crew. Tips: collect paper tickets first with your booking and cash-only bar.

    The staff was great, very...

    Theresa_F, Jul 2026
    The staff was great, very friendly and knowledgeable. The sites were beautiful. It was the perfect tour for those who don’t have a lot of time but want to see Nice and the surrounding area.

    Great way to spend an...

    Brandon_V, Jul 2026
    Great way to spend an hour out at sea. The commentary was great, some good stories about the area. Really good value for money.

    Good introduction to Nice.

    Kathryn_A, Jul 2026
    Fabulous way to spend an hour checking out lovely yachts and the coastline .Bring cash for a drink on board .

    Great views of the coastline

    Kristel_R, Jul 2026
    You get to see some incredible views of the coastline. Really recommend if you are unable to rent your own boat but still want to see the coast of Nice and surrounding areas

    A wonderful tour along...

    Iurii_S, Jul 2026
    A wonderful tour along the Côte d'Azur! Incredible views, a clear sea, and a wonderful atmosphere. Special thanks to the boat crew who made this trip special. Definitely recommend!
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