Discover the top Nice cultural activities
Whatever you choose to do on your holiday you are sure to find a huge range of cultural activities across the Nice area. From museums to archaeological sites, live music or wine tastings, there is something for everyone in Nice. Check out the selection of things to do & see below for some holiday inspiration!
Nice boasts a very long history, with the first settlement in the area established by the Greeks in the 4th century BC. You can visit the hill where they settled, the Colline du Chateau, or walk around the Cimiez Roman arenas located in a beautiful natural park.
Enjoy a wonderful, peaceful and fume-free journey along the French Riviera on a solar powered motor boat with a professional skipper.
Take a trip on board this luxury yacht along the Riviera, cruising to any destination of your choice.
Enjoy a wonderful, peaceful and fume-free journey along the French Riviera on a solar powered motor boat with a professional skipper.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
Take a trip on board this luxury yacht along the Riviera, to any destination of your choosing.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
The beach front of Nice is the best place for watersports and situated at the heart of the city front is the company Nikaia Watersports.
For those looking for an adrenalin rush, Nice Rafting is the place to go to!
They adapt to the overall level of the group so that everyone can spend an unforgettable day together whether you are a family of beginners or a group of experienced kayakers.
Jet-ski, waterskiing, wakeboard, wakesurf, parachute, canoe and paddleboard, Glisse Paradise have it all!
For those looking for an adrenalin rush, Nice Rafting is the place to go to!
This company are based in Breil sur Roya and offer a huge range of outdoor sports and activities for groups and individuals.
Around the city of Nice you can find castles and forts dating from the 16th century to the beginning of the 20th century. Many have been turned into hotels or administrative buildings, but can still be visited.
Nice is surrounded by beautiful countryside and spectacular natural features such as the Gorges du Loup or the caves of Saint Cezaire and Baume Obscure, full of magnificent rock formations.
If you want to catch the latest releases, Nice offers a few cinemas showing films in English version (look for the VOS sign). If it's more artsy films you're after, at the Cinematheque you can learn about world cinema heritage and history.
Nice, like the whole of France, is a paradise for foodies. Local delicacies include nougat, olives and pastis, while there are delicious regional recipes like boullabaise soup, pissaladiere, ratatouille, beignets de fleurs de courgettes or socca. Many culinary schools and restaurants around Nice offer cookery classes where you can learn to prepare traditional dishes or discover the newest trends in French cuisine.
The awe-inspiring caves of Saint Cézaire are six million years old. Discovered by a farmer digging his field in 1890, they boast a wealth of beautiful, natural rock formations in fantastical forms.
Come and see bison, deer, horses, boars and hawks roaming on 700 hectares of land, just one hour from the French Riviera
Founded by Jean Baptiste Barla in 1850 (locals know it as Museum Barla), this museum showcases a rich collection of zoological, botanical and geological specimens.
This museum was set up by outstanding chef Auguste Escoffier who worked as head chef at the Savoy in London. He founded this museum which is dedicated to culinary art.
A few months before his death in 1955, artist Fernand Léger acquired a farmhouse at the foot of the village of Biot. It was here that his widow Nadia Leger, decided to create a museum to honour him and showcase his life's work.
Situated within the Royal Fort on Ile Sainte-Marguerite in the Bay of Cannes, this museum is a place not only of learning but also of rich history.
This company is based in Nice and offers a range of e-bikes.
This company is based in Nice and offers a wide range of road bikes.
This company offers a great choice of bicycles, scooters and motorbikes for any duration - whether it’s a day, a week or even a month, you’ll have a bike at your disposal to explore the best of the Côte d'Azur.
There are many village festivals around Nice where you can mingle with the locals, dance to traditional music and taste local specialities while learning more about the region's history and customs.
Located close to the famous Promenade des Anglais, this sports centre provides all the modern equipment necessary to shape the body.
Located in St Laurent du Var between Nice and Antibes, this fitness club is run in a friendly and sporting atmosphere. Free parking makes access to the facility very easy.
Sports complex offering swimming, aquaerobics, ice skating, ice hockey and a variety of gym classes and training programs.
Classes of bikram yoga's 26 postures take place in a heated classroom every day in the port area of Nice. English speaking Yoga instructors.
Indoor fun for all the family, regardless of the weather on the outside. The new centre provides a unique experience for those wanting to try caving, canyoning and climbing.
Either indoors and outdoors.
Enjoy a tandem paraglide with a qualified instructor with incredible views over the Mediterranean, Nice, Monaco and Roquebrune-Cap-Martin.
Not far from Nice and Monaco you will find one of the best paragliding sites in Europe that will offer you views over the French Riviera and Beausoleil, La Turbie, Menton and even into Italy.
Created in 1976 this company has grown and has now transported well over 100,000 passengers. They have a fleet of 12 craft to meet client demands.
Heli Securite offer transfers on a helicopter from the airport to your yacht or various destinations in and around the Cannes area, St Tropez and Monaco. In addition to this they also service all of the main French ski resorts from their base in Courchevel.
Founded in 1993, the Royal Mougins Golf Club is a course of exceptional quality. Designed by world-famous American architect, the late Robert von Hagge, the par 71, 18-hole course extends for 6,004 m through a lush, wooded vale.
The course of Biot Golf Club extends over 4511m, and has been designed so that it is suitable for players of all levels, but also to enhance the beauty of the site.
Set between Cannes, Nice and Grasse, the Golf Club of Opio Valbonne is one of the jewels in the crown of the Riviera.
The route goes up and down hills through pines and cork oaks, shrubs and flowers, with large undulating greens and meets the expectations of any golfer.
Situated in the La Turbie area in the heights of Nice the rolling green terrain offers an interesting and challenging round of golf.
A great course for beginners to experienced players, slightly hilly, the greens are linked in a calm and exotic atmosphere in the heart of the Riviera.
Located in Nice, this equestrian centre has received a major overhaul in 2012 giving way to a brand new equestrian centre spread over 10 hectares.
The Hippodrome de la Côte d'Azur has a splendid position on the waterfront in Nice and held its first horse race in 1956.
From the municipal botanical garden, to stunning villas or historical townhouses, Nice has a wide range of houses and gardens to visit.
For those looking for an adrenalin rush, Nice Rafting is the place to go to!
Sports complex offering swimming, aquaerobics, ice skating, ice hockey and a variety of gym classes and training programs.
Indoor fun for all the family, regardless of the weather on the outside. The new centre provides a unique experience for those wanting to try caving, canyoning and climbing.
Indoor fun for all the family, regardless of the weather on the outside. The new centre provides a unique experience for those wanting to try caving, canyoning and climbing.
Nice is one of France's largest cities, so it comes as no surprise that it boasts one of the liveliest music scenes in the country. From the world-famous Nice Jazz Festival, to small pubs hosting live rock bands or nightclubs with some of the best DJs, Nice has something to suit all tastes.
Nice and the surrounding area have a whole host of markets where you can hunt a bargain, check out the local crafts and antiques, or buy regional produce. There are also a couple of night markets perfect for those balmy summer evenings.
Nice has a wide range of museums and galleries to keep visitors entertained. From very important art collections, including those dedicated to artists that lived locally like Matisse, Renoir or Giuliano Mancini, to history museums and exhibitions dedicated to typical products like perfumes or gastronomy.
Enjoy a tandem paraglide with a qualified instructor with incredible views over the Mediterranean, Nice, Monaco and Roquebrune-Cap-Martin.
Not far from Nice and Monaco you will find one of the best paragliding sites in Europe that will offer you views over the French Riviera and Beausoleil, La Turbie, Menton and even into Italy.
Nice has a very long history, featuring a whole host of religious buildings that are true masterpieces. There are ancient buildings like the charming 5th-century monastery of Lerins, Baroque wonders like the Misericorde Chapel, or gems such as the Rosaire Chapel designed by Matisse.
Built by the renowned Cerri Cantieri Navali, Toby is a sleek and stylish 31.5m Cerri 102 offering an exceptional luxury yacht charter experience. With striking contemporary interiors, generous entertaining spaces and elegant Italian design throughout, Toby is an outstanding choice for guests seeking both comfort and sophistication on the water.
Talila is a beautifully maintained 29m Mondomarine motor yacht that combines timeless Italian craftsmanship with modern upgrades and proven charter appeal. Built in 2000 and extensively refitted in 2020, she offers exceptional value in the competitive 30m market and is equally suited to private ownership or Mediterranean charter operations. With her Monaco base, experienced crew and outstanding charter reputation, Talila is a versatile yacht ready for immediate enjoyment.
Baby Magic is a beautiful 23 metre Aikon yacht for charter in France. She was first constructed in 2006 by the renowned Italian shipyard Aikon Yachts. Then in 2018 she underwent an extensive refit, including a new painted hull. Thanks to said refit, she is in great condition and certainly has a quality design. Baby Magic is based in Frejus, making her the ideal choice for cruising around the sunny South of France and the West Mediterranean waters.
Motor yacht Ava is a timeless 40 metre yacht based in Monaco year-round. Making her an excellent choice for discovering the French Riviera in style. She is one of the rare yachts that can cruise with more than 12 guests on the Riviera, being able to take up to 49 guests cruising. So she is a popular choice for spoiling all your friends with a yacht charter or for impressing associates for a corporate event.
Christina O is arguably the most famous superyacht charters in the world, and for good reason.
Fortuna Star is a stylish Sunseeker Manhattan motor yacht offering an excellent blend of comfort, space and performance for Mediterranean yacht charters. Maintained in superb condition and refreshed with updated teak and upholstery, she is a fantastic choice for guests seeking a sleek and sociable yacht with a proven design.
This wellness space blends Provençal elegance with exclusive treatments, featuring a private hammam and outdoor jacuzzi for couples.
Superbly spacious at 750 square metres, the facility features five lavish treatment rooms, including a luxury VIP suite for couples, as well as two outdoor treatment pavilions with mesmerising Mediterranean views.
This spa is located in the Château Saint-Martin Hotel. They have a large treatments menu to choose from, including face and body services, a fitness centre and yoga lessons.
The spa welcomes you for a moment of all-round well-being and relaxation you would only expect to find on a transatlantic cruise - once on board, you will find a hammam (steam room), a jacuzzi, a fitness room and ten cabins dedicated to relaxation and body care for men and women.
This spa 2 heated pools and an outdoor jacuzzi with wonderful views of the sea, as it is located in the Cap Estel Hotel, on a peninsula. They also have a sauna and steam room, plus a huge range of beauty treatments with Sothys skin care products.
Tucked into the wooded heights between Saint-Paul de Vence and the Mediterranean, the Mas d'Artigny & Spa stretches out within a remarkable estate of over eight hectares.
Nice is a large city with a bustling cultural scene, so there is no shortage of theatres. Many of the shows are in French, but you can also head to a dance or circus performance, or try out Nice's Opera.
100% thrills on this adventure course situated on the edge of Villeneuve-sur-Loup. Activities lasting three hours with 4 levels of difficulty and more than 115 challenges (iron way, rope bridge, zip-wires, climbing...).
Indoor fun for all the family, regardless of the weather on the outside. The new centre provides a unique experience for those wanting to try caving, canyoning and climbing.
Open sky evening are available for everyone, children and adults, and provide a greater understanding of the universe and the laws governing it.
Try these tree top adventures, all with various levels of difficulty and with plenty of adrenalin pumping fun!
A fun-packed mini-theme park for children, just a few minutes walk from the beaches at Menton.
This paintball site is spread over 3 hectares of woodland with a lot of natural obstacles to dive behind, jump over and fire from.
Fly at 50 metres above the sea by yourself or with friends security attached, enjoy a spectacular view of the gorgeous Baie des Anges, mountains and surroundings.
Paddleboarding along the coast is a fun for the whole family!
This company offers a range of outdoor activities mostly based around canyoning and rafting white water, as well as via ferrata and mountain biking experiences and snowshoe walks in the winter.
Discover more than 30 dive sites with the help of this diving school, located on the Port Santa Lucia in St Raphael.
The region of Provence produces some of the best wines in the world. Take a tour around one of the beautiful vineyards in Nice. Taste the carefully made wines, learn more about them, the grapes and the wine making process whilst enjoying the wonderful vineyard scenery.
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See allLatest News & ReviewsYou will not be short of entertainment in this beautiful French Riviera town throughout the year. The most popular public events take place along the Promenade des Anglais, including the Carnival in February, the Bastille celebrations in July and the Nice marathon in November. There are also plenty of live music and cultural festivals.
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