Nice UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Nice UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Overview

After a campaign of 13 years, the city of Nice was inscribed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The reason for this honor is not due to Nice as we think of it today, the Capital of Summer, but as it was in the past, the Capital of Winter! “Nice, la ville de villégiature d’hiver”.

To become a World Heritage Site is not easy. Something really special must have taken place and the story of Nice, how it took off from the 18th century, is really remarkable.

Dynamic, entertaining and above all extremely well informed, the curator who will lead this gentle walking tour will provide an overall understanding of the development of City of Nice from its roots to the present.

  • Recommended by 98% of travelers
  • Badge of Excellence
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

Headphones might be provided

Private transportation

Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Travelers meet at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We are meeting in front of the Palais de Justice

What to expect

  1. 10 min

    Here the former Hôtel d'York is located. It was the place where Thomas Jefferson stayed in 1787.

  2. Les Ponchettes

    15 min

    Former public terraces that were used for long walks along the sea at the end of the 18th and the beginning of the 19th century.

  3. Opera de Nice

    10 min

    The historical site for the Niçois people but also foreign tourists loved to visit it during the winter season. Our guide will tell you about its architecture but also some anecdotes that happened there.

  4. Promenade des Anglais

    30 min

    Legendary Promenade of the seaside, appreciated by the Niçois and foreign tourists from all over the world. The Promenade was created by the British winter visitors in 1822.

  5. Casino Du Palais De La Mediterranee

    15 min

    A masterpiece of Art Deco, created by an American billionaire Frank Jay Gould in 1929, conceived as a feast palace with a theatre, casino, restaurant. The symbol of the roaring twenties on the French Riviera.

  6. 15 min

    The symbol of Nice, this luxury hotel opened in 1912. It is typical for the architecture called Café Society of the Belle Epoque.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

Times are local to the experience (Europe/Paris).

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 10 travelers per booking
  • Each booking must include at least one adult.

FAQs about Nice UNESCO World Heritage Site

Can I cancel Nice UNESCO World Heritage Site for free?

Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

How long does it take?

It takes about 2 hours.

Where does it start?

We are meeting in front of the Palais de Justice

What's included?

  • Headphones might be provided

What's not included?

  • Private transportation
  • Gratuities

Which places does it visit?

It visits Les Ponchettes, Opera de Nice, Promenade des Anglais, Casino Du Palais De La Mediterranee.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in English, French.

What fitness level is needed?

It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Is it suitable for children?

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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