--- title: Walking tour of Nice, the old town & the Coline du Château lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/nice/tours/walking-tour-of-nice-the-old-town-the-coline-du-ch-teau/ type: tour city: Nice country: France price: 28 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.91 reviews: 246 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en, fr] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: English old town walk rank_in_category: 1 of 4 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-22 data_updated: 2026-11-02 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/nice/tours/walking-tour-of-nice-the-old-town-the-coline-du-ch-teau/ --- # Walking tour of Nice, the old town & the Coline du Château **Guidekin's take:** A long guided walk that strings together Place Masséna, the Cours Saleya market, the old town lanes and the climb up Castle Hill for the view over the Baie des Anges. Comfortable shoes matter, there are a few short climbs, and snacks are not included. 4.91 from 246 reviews for 2h 30m. In our comparison: #1 of 4 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview NICE IDEAL TOURS offers you a very varied and complete circuit during which I will show you the jewels of Nice. In this wonderful, picturesque and colorful place, with magnificent architecture, narrow cobbled streets, you will discover countless restaurants, squares, churches, museums, cafes, wine bars, ice cream parlors... The beautiful Place Massena, the gardens and green spaces, the pedestrian zone, the Cours Saleya and the Promenade des Anglais will certainly not leave you indifferent. As they say, “Nissa la Bella” has incredible charm! Still on foot, you will also enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the top of the castle hill. The waterfall, the Promenade des Anglais, old Nice, the magnificent port and Mont Boron will be right before your eyes. Duration: between 2h30 and 3h00, it all depends on the pace of the group. - For private tour requests, please contact me by message -Tours in “French language” are possible in private. ## Before you book - Meeting point: I will be at the small square in the… - Starts 10:00, 14:00, 15:00: 3 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €14: ages 8 to 12 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €28 per person for the The Walking Tour in English option; other options up to €35 - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.91/5 from 246 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: NICE IDEAL TOURS - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, French - Start times: 10:00, 14:00, 15:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-22 ## Reviews 4.91 from 246 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 242 of 246. - 5 stars: 233 (95%) - 4 stars: 9 (4%) - 3 stars: 1 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 2 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the history, humour and practical tips; some say the tour runs past its scheduled finish. **Praised:** - Engaging explanations of Nice's history, often delivered with humour - Useful orientation through Old Town and its landmarks - Photos taken during the walk and shared afterwards - Restaurant and sightseeing recommendations sent after the tour - Views over Nice from Castle Hill **Complaints:** - Some enjoy the relaxed pace, while others report running past the scheduled finish - Summer heat can make the walk uncomfortable - Difficulty finding or accessing the meeting point Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-04-26 to 2026-09-25); last checked 2026-10-04. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | The Walking Tour in English | €28 / person | English | The city of Nice | | The Guided Walk in French | €35 / person | French | Nice visit | ## What's included - Accompaniment throughout the circuit and tourist guidance ## Not included - Snacks ## Itinerary 1. **Monument du Centenaire** (20m) - This is the right place to start our tour, where I will tell you about the evolution of the city of Nice over the centuries... We will then head towards the famous Place Massena and more precisely towards the Fountain of the Sun. 2. **Place Massena** (20m) - With its beautiful Piedmontese architecture and its fountain of the sun housing the famous statue of Apollo, Place Masséna is the indisputable and essential lungs of Nice. 3. **Marche aux Fleurs Cours Saleya** (20m) - Visit the famous Flower Market on Cours Saleya with its bright colors and sublime scents, presenting the flowers of the region, including the famous lavender. Mondays are the time for the antique market. 4. **Old Town** (1h) - I will show you around the jewels of old Nice, its narrow cobbled streets, its alleys used to keep the cool in summer and the heat in winter. You will contemplate the facades of its old buildings in pastel tones and you will wander in its shops selling Nice soap, Provencal... 5. **Colline du Chateau** (30m) - You will also enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the top of the castle hill. You will discover the magical view of the entire Promenade des Anglais, the famous waterfall, the large green park on the one hand and the beautiful port of Nice and the magnificent view of the... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 14:00, 15:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point I will be at the small square in the form of an arch at the foot of the centenary monument..It faces the sea..From the Promenade des Anglais you will see it very well..Just cross the road and you will be there are. It is 100 m from the hotel “Le Méridien” Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EicxIFByb20uIGRlcyBBbmdsYWlzLCAwNjAwMCBOaWNlLCBGcmFuY2UiGhIYChQKEgmBL7-0odrNEhGl1QK53lFrYRAB Ends: The Hill of the Castle..With a magnificent view overlooking the Baie des Anges ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - This is a 2h50 walking tour. It is better to have very comfortable shoes. There are some small climbs along the circuit. ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 4** | €28 | 2h 30m | 4.91 (246) | shared | | [Secrets of Nice: Exclusive Private Walking Tour of Nice](/france/nice/tours/secrets-of-nice-exclusive-private-walking-tour-of-nice/?format=md) | €350 per group | 2h | 4.91 (88) | private | | [★ Walking Tour of Old Nice and Castle Hill](/france/nice/tours/walking-tour-of-old-nice-and-castle-hill/?format=md) | €29 | 2h 15m | 4.88 (1495) | shared | | [Nice Small-Group Old Town & Castle Hill Cultural Walking Tour with a Local Guide](/france/nice/tours/nice-small-group-old-town-castle-hill-cultural-walking-tour-with-a-local-guide/?format=md) | €29 | 3h | 4.82 (103) | shared | Ranked #1 of 4 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €28 to €29, median €29; typical length 2h 23m. 1 of 4 are private. 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