Sainte-Jeanne d'Arc Church
This modern church dedicated to Joan of Arc was built in the 1920s in an Art Deco style with a large white central dome surrounded by three smaller domes.
Segway Villefranche Sur Mer Tour
3hr tour along the Mediterranean sea suitable for anyone over the age of 12 years
A ride between the sky and the sea from Nice to Villefranche-sur-mer! Ride along the Mediterranean Sea to the east and enjoy some amazing panoramic views.
After the training given by your guide, you will ride on the most famous avenue of Nice! The Promenade des Anglais after which you will visit the following places.
- The Ponchettes: at the end of the prom, you will ride along the Ponchettes, whose terraces were a very popular walking path until the 60s. A study project is underway to revive this tradition.
- Rauba Capéu Wharf: an unmissable stop with a breathtaking view of the Promenade des Anglais, the Ponchettes and the Nice Opera house. Keep your helmet on, because "Rauba capéu" means "fly" and "hat" in French; This place is indeed one of the windiest of the city!
- Port Lympia: enjoy the perspective on Port Lympia, which takes its name from the spring that fed a small lake in this area. The construction of the port began at the end of the eighteenth century and lasted more than a century and a half. You can then observe the yachts mingling with the traditional Pointus of Nice.
- Maeterlinck Palace: originally, the establishment was meant to be a casino to compete with that of Monte-Carlo. But succeeded by the Palais de la Méditerranée in 1928, Maurice Maeterlinck made it the villa Orlamonde, building of 6000m2 surrounded by a garden of 4 hectares! Today it is a complex of 18 luxurious apartments, overlooking the sea.
- Saint-Elme Citadel: the beginning of the construction of the Citadel dates back to the mid-sixteenth century. The Fort and its ramparts had a fundamental strategic importance for the defence of the county of Savoy. You will have a unique experience by crossing the bridge levis on your Segway to admire the gardens of the Citadel!
- Chapel of Saint Peter: by taking the direction of the port of Villefranche, you will pass in front of the Chapel Saint Pierre. It was Jean Cocteau who completely redecorated this former chapel of fishermen in 1956. The ensemble is drawn on religious themes evoking the apostle or on more popular themes such as homage to the gypsies of Saintes-Maries de la Mer.
- Break/Free time: enjoy some free time for a drink on one of the many terraces present on the port of Villefranche, or stroll through the narrow streets of the old town.
- Fortress Mont Alban: the return to Nice will be via Mont Boron, the highest hill in the town centre. You will then visit the fortress which was built in the 16th century to protect the area against invaders. You will also experience the most beautiful panoramic views from Villefranche-Sur-Mer.
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What to see
Sights in Nice
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Marc Chagall National Museum
Housing the largest collection of the Russian painter, Marc Chagall, the Chagall museum is one of Nice's top attractions.
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Train des Merveilles
Merveilles means “marvels” and it’s hard to know whether they named the area for the stunning scenery, the beautiful old medieval villages or the archaeological findings going back 5000 years. The railway carriages are painted with designs inspired by the prehistoric rock carvings that have been discovered in the region.
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Chateau & Parc Valrose
This lovely 10 hectare park is home to a Neo-Gothic 19th-century castle, built for a Russian aristocrat with the most luxurious interior of painted frescoes and chandeliers.
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Saint-Nicolas Russian Orthodox Cathedral
The most important orthodox cathedral outside Russia, this is a beautifully ornate building. It was built to serve the large Russian community that had settled in Nice.
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Prieure du Vieux-Logis Museum
This priory owned by Father Lemerre was converted into a museum at the end of the Second World War and houses his collection of objets d'art from the late Middle Ages and early modern period including French furniture, glass, sculptures and religious paintings.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Nice
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Le Saint-Paul Restaurant, Saint Paul de Vence
Laurent Paccini is the chef at this Relais & Châteaux hotel and brings the food of different cultures to his excellent Mediterranean restaurant in Saint-Paul de Vence.
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Toile Blanche Restaurant, St Paul de Vence
Toile Blanche Le Restaurant offers fresh, seasonal dishes inspired by the Mediterranean, where simplicity meets creative flair.
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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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Hostellerie Jerome Restaurant, La Turbie
Chef Bruno Cirino prepares Mediterranean dishes that carefully showcase the flavours of local produce. A light and creative cuisine that you can enjoy in their elegant dining room with vaulted ceilings and frescoes or their shaded terrace overlooking the sea.
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La Bastide Saint Antoine Restaurant, Grasse
Michelin-starred La Bastide Saint-Antoine offers a refined retreat near Cannes, where chef Jacques Chibois creates inspired Provençal cuisine. Set in a stunning country house with lush gardens and panoramic sea views, it’s the perfect blend of gastronomy, elegance, and tranquillity.
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La Colombe d'Or Restaurant, St Paul de Vence
Enjoy refined regional cuisine in an iconic setting featuring original works by Picasso, Matisse, Miró and more.
What to do
Things To Do in Nice
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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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Luxury Lizard Yacht Trip
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
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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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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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Luxury Rehab Yacht Trip
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
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Motorbike hire
Based in Nice, motorbike and scooter rental so you can explore the South of France.
Child policy
The minimum age to take part in the tour is 12 years and children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
