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Nice VIP Private Tour: Discover the Mysterious Old Town secrets

Recommended by 100% of travelers
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Nice, France
  • 2 to 4 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Experience Nice like a local on a walking tour that goes beyond the top sights and historic landmarks. With a local guide, uncover the secret courtyards, uncrowded viewpoints, and lesser-told stories that make Nice so captivating. Gain a new perspective on popular spots such as Castle Hill and the Flower Market, and receive plenty of tips on where to and what to do in Nice Old Town.
  • Cover Nice’s highlights and visit the spots where locals love to hang out
  • Create your perfect tour itinerary: choose the start time and duration
  • Meet your guide at your Nice hotel for a seamless start to your tour
  • Enjoy the undivided attention of your guide on this private tour

What's Included

  • Flexible pickup
  • Personalized itinerary
  • Local insider stories
  • Photo opportunities guidance
  • Passionate local guide
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We will meet you in the lobby of your hotel or at a point that you specify in advance.

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Meeting point

  • Fontaine du Soleil
    3 Pl. Massena, 06300 Nice, France

    Close to the fontaine

End point

  • Place Garibaldi
    Pl. Garibaldi, 06300 Nice, France

    Also we can finish where you would be comfortable during the tour

Itinerary

1

Place Massena

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

Marche aux Fleurs Cours Saleya

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

3

Palais de la Prefecture

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

4

Old Town

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

5

Cathedrale Sainte-Reparate

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

6

Eglise Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

7

Colline du Chateau

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

8

Rue Pairolière

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

9

Port Lympia

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

10

Eglise Notre-Dame du Port

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

11

Statue de Garibaldi

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

5.0
based on 30 reviews
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Good walking tour!

Eileen_F, Jun 2026
Very pleasant walking tour. Guide was very personable and knowledgeable, answered all of our questions and offered suggestions on restaurants and other sites to see.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Hello Eileen! Thank you for the wonderful feedback. Nice holds a very special place in my heart, and it’s always an absolute pleasure to reveal its hidden gems. I'm delighted that you shared in my love for this beautiful city and that you had such a fantastic time! ☺️

Amazing Intro to Nice with a Fantastic Guide!

Emma_A, Jun 2026
We had a wonderful walking tour of Nice and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly an expert on the city’s history, culture, and hidden gems. They brought the stories of Nice to life with fascinating insights and were always happy to answer questions along the way. The tour was well-paced, engaging, and gave us a much deeper appreciation for the city than we would have gained exploring on our own. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Nice and looking for an informative and enjoyable introduction to the area. Thank you for such a memorable experience!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Dear Emma, Thank you so much for these heartwarming words! Hearing that I could help you see Nice from a deeper perspective is the best reward I could ask for. I truly love peeling back the layers of this city's history and sharing its magic with wonderful guests like you. It was a real pleasure spending that time together, and I hope the memories of Nice bring a smile to your face for a long time. You are always welcome back on the Riviera! 🫶🏻☀️

Highly recommend!

FUMI_S, May 2026
My sister and I booked this private walking tour of Old Nice. Our guide, Aram, was wonderful and spoke fluent English. He was so informative, courteous and professional!! Even though we were staying in Old Nice, it was wonderful to hear about the history of Old Nice, the churches, statues, buildings etc., and from someone who lives there. Aram made the tour just delightful😊

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It was an absolute pleasure exploring the beautiful streets of Vieux Nice with you and your sister. I’m thrilled that you enjoyed hearing the local history and discovering the hidden details of the Old Town. Having such attentive and wonderful guests like you makes my job truly delightful! I hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay in Nice, and I’d love to welcome you back anytime. Warm regards from the French Riviera! 😊

Aram was not only...

Tasneem_A, Apr 2026
Aram was not only knowledgeable of the area but has a great eye for details. So much of what he pointed out to me I would have missed while exploring on my own. Would definitely recommend!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! It was an absolute pleasure exploring Nice with you. My biggest goal is to bring the city's hidden stories and secret details to life, so I'm thrilled to hear you enjoyed discovering the things that usually stay unnoticed. Wishing you many more amazing travels, and I hope to welcome you back to the Riviera someday! Warmly, Aram.

Nice

ronald_d, Apr 2026
Excellent tour- very informative and personable - we would definitely recommend-amazing knowledge and love of area and history

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you Ronald for you kind words! It was a big pleasure for me to meet you and share our beautiful journey in Nice and Monaco ! I hope to see you again and have a safe travels :)

Enjoyable Private Walking Tour in Nice

Sargis_G, Mar 2026
We had a pleasant experience on our private walking tour in Nice with Aram. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and shared a variety of interesting facts about the city. The tour gave us a nice overview of the area, and we appreciated the local perspective along the way. Aram also pointed out a few spots we may not have noticed on our own, which added to the experience. Overall, a good and informative tour for anyone looking to get familiar with Nice.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Dear Sargis, thank you so much for your kind words! It was a sincere pleasure to meet such warm and wonderful people. I was absolutely delighted to show you and your wife around our beautiful Old Town. I truly hope this place stays in your memory as a cozy little piece of paradise! Wishing you both all the very best, and I hope we cross paths again in the near future! Warm regards, Aram

Great tour from a local

Dianne_J, Feb 2026
Aram gave us a fantastic tour! He was knowledgeable, engaging and full of fun facts. We felt like it was an awesome tour from a local! Highly recommend

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Dear Dianne, thank you so much for this wonderful review! ☀️ Our tour together was truly remarkable and full of surprises, especially with that lovely bonus of visiting the behind-the-scenes of the Carnival! ☺️ It was an absolute pleasure guiding you and your husband. I am thrilled that you enjoyed the local perspective, the hidden spots, and all the fun facts along the way. Thank you for being such amazing guests. I wish you both a fantastic rest of your travels! Best regards, Aram

Nice Private Walking Tour

Mazelle_T, Jan 2026
Our tour guide, Aram, is very kind and soft spoken. He offered us to do the tour at an earlier time so we can see more attractions while the sun is out and just in time for the sunset. He is also very knowledgeable about the history of the city. We enjoyed his company so much. Thanks a lot Aram!

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Dear Mazelle, Thank you for your lovely words! I am so glad we decided to adjust the starting time. Catching the "Golden Hour" and the sunset from the Castle Hill is truly the most magical moment in Nice, and I wanted to make sure you experienced the city in its best light. It was a genuine pleasure to spend the afternoon with your family and share the stories of the Old Town. Thank you for choosing me as your guide! Warm regards, Aram, Guide d'Azur

Personalized private tour of Nice

Barbara_T, Dec 2025
Aram was a great guide, tailoring our tour to include interesting hidden gems. He contacted us in advance to find out our interests and delivered well. He had great recommendations for food and shopping as well as other things we could see later in the week.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you so much, Barbara, for such a wonderful review! I was truly happy to show you the beauty of Nice. I am especially glad that we managed to visit the 'black church', I remember how much your husband enjoyed it! It is those unique, personal moments that make these tours so special for me. Thank you for the pleasant conversation and the great time we spent together. I wish you the best of luck in your future travels, and I hope to see you again soon! Aram, 'Guide d'azur'

Old town tour

elainem_b, Oct 2025
Great tour to take in the morning before the streets are crowded. Also good to go before the restaurants are busy

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you for this fantastic insight! You hit on the exact reason why our private morning tours are so popular: it’s the best time to experience Nice’s Old Town—before the streets get crowded and the restaurants fill up. Our goal is always to ensure you see the city peacefully, through the eyes of a local, allowing you to truly absorb the history and atmosphere. I hope you continue to enjoy the quieter moments of the French Riviera! Aram, 'Guide d'azur

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