The Pure Nice Food Tour
4 hour city walking and food tasting tour
Savour what Nice has to offer in unique flavours with a variety of local specialities.
On the Pure Nice Food Tour, you get to taste your way through local specialities. You will not only get a feel for the flavour of Niçois cuisine, but also the unique history, culture and heritage of Nice as you wander through the city.
The tour shows you the best side of true, pure Niçois cuisine. They take you to places few tourists would see and the food you will taste are local dishes you'd be hard pressed to find anywhere else in France or the world.
They also talk about the locals' special relationship to wine at a local wine shop.
Whether you are a real foodie or not, this food walking tour will give you an out of the ordinary culinary experience!
During the tour you will sample:
- Swiss chard in a way you'd never imagine it
- Sickly sweet candied fruit
- The humble side of Riviera wine
- Socca, the only true Niçois fast food
- Les Petits Farcies—literally "the little stuffed ones"
- Pissaladière—there is no such thing as too much onion!
- The health benefits of Mediterranean cuisine
- Plus various surprises...
More information about the Pure Nice Food Tour
- Reservation is mandatory - make sure you book in advance by sending an enquiry using the link on this page.
- The tour runs every day except Monday, starts at 10:00 and lasts for about four hours.
- Do not plan for lunch after the tour!
- The precise tastings may change without prior notice.
- Please let them know of any dietary requirements prior to the tour and they will do their best to accommodate them.
- Out of season (November to March inclusive) tours don't run every day
Where to meet
The meeting point is Opera Plage (Opera Beach). It's on the seafront walkway near the Old Town.
What to see
Sights in Nice
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Sainte Reparate Cathedral
Located in Nice's old town, this impressive cathedral is dedicated to Sainte Reparate and was built in a Baroque style over a 50 year period from 1650.
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Palais de la Prefecture
This palace is thought to have been built in the early 17th century and was home to the Dukes of Savoy until 1860.
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Cours Saleya market
This vibrant square sits in the centre of old Nice and hosts markets every day of the week.
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Promenade du Paillon
Nice’s flagship urban park covers 12 hectares in the heart of the city, just a few minutes walk from Promenade des Anglais. Promenade du Paillon used to be a very congested and rather ugly thoroughfare where the old bus station and multi storey car park were situated. It was demolished in 2011 and a 3 year development project took place to turn it into the oasis of green open space, safe play areas and impressive water features that we enjoy today.
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Misericorde Chapel
This 18th-century Roman Catholic chapel is a masterpiece of Baroque architecture and is the work of Bernardo Vittone.
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Sainte Rita Church (Annonciation Church)
Officially named the Annonciation church, it is popularly known as the Saint Rita church, the patron saint of impossible causes. It is one of the oldest churches in Nice, originally built in the 10th century.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Nice
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Le Chantecler Restaurant
In a Regency-style dining room decorated with magnificent 18th century woodwork, Jean-Denis Rieubland proposes two menus, "Découverte" and "Chantecler".
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Restaurant des Rois, Beaulieu Sur Mer
The jewel in the crown of La Réserve de Beaulieu hotel is this gastronomic restaurant which has one Michelin star.
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Ma Nolans Restaurant, Vieux Nice
Ma Nolan’s, Vieux Nice has a large inviting terrace, high vaulted ceilings, authentic bar counters and wooden floors.
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Castel Plage Beach Club
A beautiful beach located at the eastern end of the Promenade des Anglais and giving wonderful views across the wide sweeping Baie des Anges.
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La Roustide Restaurant
The restaurant welcomes you in a friendly and warm atmosphere offering a refined and delicate cuisine.
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Ruhl Plage Beach Club
This private beach club is where style meets luxury and offers a wonderful family-friendly experience.
What to do
Things To Do in Nice
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One Week Yacht Charter Itineraries
Experience the French Riviera your way with 212 yachts, using one of their sample itineraries or with a specialised itinerary created just for you, based on what you like and don't like, as well as their own expertise.
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Motorbike hire
Based in Nice, motorbike and scooter rental so you can explore the South of France.
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Sunset Boat Trip
Enjoy a wonderful, peaceful and fume-free journey along the French Riviera on a solar powered motor boat with a professional skipper.
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Road bike hire
This company is based in Nice and offers a wide range of road bikes.
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Provence self-guided motorbike tour
A trip for intermediate riders, where you can enjoy some of the most scenic roads in Provence.
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Solar Powered Boat Trip
Enjoy a wonderful, peaceful and fume-free journey along the French Riviera on a solar powered motor boat with a professional skipper.
Child policy
These food tours are very sociable where you'll spend a lot of time sitting around, discussing and enjoying the food (and the wine!). As such, they may not be that enjoyable for younger children (under 12).
