Whatever you choose to do on your summer holiday you are sure to find a huge range of activities across the Nice area.
About Summer Activities in Nice
Sun, sea, surf & beaches...or maybe forests, mountains & rivers are more your thing
From relaxing to full on adrenaline there is something for everyone, every ability and every age in Nice. Check out the selection of things below for some holiday inspiration!
Boat trips & sailing in Nice
Explore the beautiful coastline around Nice on a boat. Many of these trips include stops for swimming in the crystalline Mediterranean waters, as well as snorkelling and even scuba diving.
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Motor Yacht REHAB - French Riviera Weekly Yacht Charter
Luxury private yacht trip along the French Riviera for up to twelve people
Take a trip on board this luxury yacht along the Riviera, to any destination of your choosing.
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Solar Powered Boat Trip
6 person Motor Boat tours along the French Riviera
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 Good Times Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip along the French Riviera for up to twelve people
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
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Sunset Boat Trip
Sunset motor boat tour along the French Riviera
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 Chantella Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip along the French Riviera for up to ten people
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
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Luxury Tayarrah Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip along the French Riviera for up to eleven people
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
Climbing in Nice
Nice is without a doubt one of Europe’s most beautiful and varied sports climbing venues. An abundance of top quality limestone means that the island has an unparalleled variety of routes of all grades - suitable for experienced and beginner climbers.
Culture and guided tours in Nice
Explore the best that Nice's has to offer with an expert local guide. From natural tracks to traditional buildings and crafts, food and drink... there's lots to be discovered in Nice.
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Monastere de Saorge Monastery
Former Franciscan convent in the mountains above Menton
Beautiful baroque architecture, examples of 17th- and 18th-century frescoes and furniture and a large terraced garden.
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Colline du Chateau 
Colline du Chateau
Fantastic views from this hill first settled by the ancient Greeks
Named Castle Hill in French, the ancient Greeks first chose to settle on this site several millennia ago.
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Chateau Museum Grimaldi, Cagnes sur Mer
A palatial art museum and historic monument in its own right
Chateau Grimaldi may take you somewhat by surprise if you are expecting the usual historical museum experience - it also holds regular exhibitions of contemporary art and isn’t afraid of displaying bizarre and sometimes challenging installations. The artworks are incongruous in such a traditional context and the collection changes regularly, so you never know quite what you’re going to get when you visit!
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Exotic Garden, Eze
Exotic garden created in the castle ruins of Eze offering stunning views
Eze's exotic gardens were created after the Second World War, in the ruins of Eze castle. Located on steep terrain, it boasts wonderful panoramic views of the sea, the Esterel mountains and the Saint-Tropez gulf.
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Eco Musee, Breil-sur-Roya
Exhibition of vintage trains, trams & buses
Museum charting the history of transport in the area, with lots of old vehicles to look at. Located in an old rail warehouse in Breil.
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National Sport Museum
Large museum dedicated to the history of sport in France
Located in the Allianz Riviera Stadium in Nice, this museum houses more than 45,000 objects ad 400,000 dedicated to all sports, showing their history from the Antiquity to the present.
Cycling in Nice
Enjoy a number of cycling trails and routes in Nice and what better way to explore Nice than on a bike when you can enjoy the beautiful scenery. Have a look at our cycling guide for more information and explore the cycling routes that are in the area. If you are in Nice without your biking gear there are a number of cycle hire shops in who rent and sell bikes, gear and more.
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Road bike hire
Quality road bike rentals to explore the French Riviera
This company is based in Nice and offers a wide range of road bikes.
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E-bike hire
Quality e-bike rentals to explore the French Riviera
This company is based in Nice and offers a range of e-bikes.
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Road bike hire
The largest French network of two wheel rentals on the French Riviera
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.
Flying in Nice
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Helicopter Charter Flights
Luxury helicopter transfers to the French Riviera & the French Alps
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.
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Helicopter Airport Transfers & Scenic Flights
Monaco - Nice Helicopter Shuttles, plus French Riviera Scenic Flights
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.
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Imagin'air Paragliding School, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin
Paragliding flights from 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.
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Azur Parapente, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin
Tandem paraglide over the azur waters of the Mediterranean
Enjoy a tandem paraglide with a qualified instructor with incredible views over the Mediterranean, Nice, Monaco and Roquebrune-Cap-Martin.
Golf in Nice
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Royal Mougins Golf Course
Luxurious golf course that forms part of the Royal Mougins Resort & Estate
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.
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Nice Golf Country Course
Compact nine-hole course with a wide driving range ideal for practicing
Close to the city, this nine hole compact course offers a range of different situations with its relief, bunkers and water hazard. It is aimed at both beginners and low handicaps wishing to improve.
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Old Course Golf Course, Cannes-Mandelieu
Oldest golf course on the French Riviera, dating back to 1891
The Cannes-Mandelieu Old Race golf course was drawn and traced by Harry Colt in 1891 at the request of Grand Duke Michel of Russia.
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Golf Course de la Grande Bastide
Welcoming 18 hole golf course with excellent views
Situated between Nice and Cannes, the Grande Bastide golf course is in one of the beautiful parts of the Côte d’Azur.
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Opio Valbonne Golf Course, Opio
Roman ruins & 17th century bastide at lovely 18-hole course
Set between Cannes, Nice and Grasse, the Golf Club of Opio Valbonne is one of the jewels in the crown of the Riviera.
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Monte-Carlo Golf Course
Beautiful 18-hole golf course set in lush greenery north of Monaco
Situated in the La Turbie area in the heights of Nice the rolling green terrain offers an interesting and challenging round of golf.
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Complexe Jean Bouin Sports Centre
Multisports centre in the heart of Nice with a swimming pool & ice rink
Sports complex offering swimming, aquaerobics, ice skating, ice hockey and a variety of gym classes and training programs.
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Vesubia Mountain Park, Saint-Martin-Vesubie
Europe's first indoor mountain park for climbing, swimming & canyoning
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.
Sailing & yachting in Nice
With plenty of coastline to explore you would be silly not to hire a boat, charter a yacht or join one of the many boat trips up and down the French Riviera to some of France's best beauty spots.
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A4A Motor Yacht - 20.53m Yacht Charter for up to 10 people
Spacious modern yacht with stylish interiors and generous outdoor living spaces
Launched in 2023 by Absolute, Motor Yacht A4A offers a refined and modern French Riviera yacht charter experience, combining sleek Italian design with impressive comfort and performance. At 20.53 metres, this elegant motor yacht is perfectly suited to guests looking for a stylish and spacious setting to explore the coastline from Monaco to Saint-Tropez.
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Latitude Superyacht - 43.5m Yacht Charter for up to 12 people
Superyacht in Nice for up to twelve people (sleeps twelve)
The 43.5m motor yacht Latitude is an exceptional build from Dutch Yacht Builders, combining elegant design with impressive performance. Based in Cannes and ideal for exploring the Mediterranean, she offers a sophisticated charter experience defined by attention to detail and high-quality craftsmanship.
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Sea Shell Superyacht - 34m Yacht Charter for up to 12 people
Superyacht in Nice for up to ten people (sleeps ten)
The 34m motor yacht Sea Shell is a standout Fittipaldi build, offering a refined and luxurious charter experience across the Mediterranean. Based in Cannes, she is perfectly positioned to explore sought-after destinations including the French Riviera, Corsica, Sardinia, Sicily and the Balearic Islands.
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Good Times Motor Yacht - 21.45m Yacht Charter for up to 12 people
Motor yacht in Nice for up to twelve people (sleeps nine)
Good Times is a stylish 21.45m Jeanneau motor yacht built in 2016, offering a refined and comfortable charter experience on the French Riviera and beyond. Combining elegant design with modern amenities, she is perfectly suited to family holidays and relaxed escapes with friends in the Mediterranean.
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Bugia Superyacht - 27m Yacht Charter for up to 12 people
Superyacht in Nice for up to twelve people (sleeps nine)
The perfect choice for a Rome luxury yacht charter, Bugia boasts elegant design with generous space. Steel built Bugia was delivered in 2006 by Termoli shipyards. Her interior design showcases fine marble and wood finishings, while her exterior maximises the available deck space to create a fun and relaxing charter yacht.
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Aquaholic Superyacht - 29m Yacht Charter for up to 12 people
Superyacht in Nice for up to twelve people (sleeps twelve)
Step aboard Aquaholic, a sleek twenty-nine-metre motor yacht built by Custom Line, and enjoy a refined charter experience on the French Riviera. Delivered in 2009, she showcases modern design, generous spaces, and a welcoming atmosphere throughout.
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Spas and massages in Nice
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Spa Maria Galland
Luxury spa at La Reserve de Beaulieu hotel
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.
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Le Spa at Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Luxury spa on the tip of Cap-Ferrat
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.
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Le Mas de Pierre Spa, St-Paul de Vence
Serene spa sanctuary with private treatment suites and garden views
This wellness space blends Provençal elegance with exclusive treatments, featuring a private hammam and outdoor jacuzzi for couples.
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Cap Estel Spa, Eze
A sanctuary of peace combining modern technology with traditional skill
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.
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Spa Saint-Martin, Vence
A spa in the beautiful town of Vence
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.
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Deep Nature Spa
Luxury spa at a 5-star hotel in Nice
Located at the luxurious Hotel Exedra Boscolo in Nice's central boulevard, this spa offers a wide range of treatments and massages.
Theme parks, waterparks and aquariums in Nice
Try an adventure playground or a theme park for a day of family fun. There are a number of adventure playground and theme parks, where both adults and children can play for hours.
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Pitchoun Forest Theme Park, Villeneuve-Loubet
Large rope park ideal for children from the age of 3 upwards
An adrenaline packed outing which will have visitors swinging, climbing and sliding from suspended platforms, bridges and zip lines.
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Astrorama Theme Park
Visitors are able to view the sky through binoculars & telescopes
Open sky evening are available for everyone, children and adults, and provide a greater understanding of the universe and the laws governing it.
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Riviera Nature, Adventure Park, Grasse
Tree top adventure park with numerous challenges & zip lines!
Try these tree top adventures, all with various levels of difficulty and with plenty of adrenalin pumping fun!
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Koaland, Menton
Children's fun park with rides and mini-golf
A fun-packed mini-theme park for children, just a few minutes walk from the beaches at Menton.
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Paintball 06, Tourrettes sur Loup
Shoot paint pellets & chase your friends with Paintball 06
This paintball site is spread over 3 hectares of woodland with a lot of natural obstacles to dive behind, jump over and fire from.
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Antibes Land Theme Park
Major amusement park on the French Riviera for childrens & adults alike
Open from April to September, this major amusement park includes a large range of entertainment attractions and rides such as mechanised thrill machines (Roller coasters, train rides, water ride, etc.) and carnival games.
Walking, hiking and running in Nice
Hikes in the Alpes-Maritime region can generally be split into two categories: coastal and mountain. The coastal routes are all very accessible and mostly very easy, more like strolls than hikes, but still worth doing for the unbeatable views of the coastline and access to fabulous beaches along the way. The mountain trails take a little more effort. They are a great way to explore the terrain behind Nice and the many medieval villages that are dotted around the countryside.
Watersports in Nice
Nice is perfect for water sports with its warm summers, gentle breezes and interesting coastline. There are plenty of watersports centres where you can learn to sail or enjoy thrilling rides in speedboats, and everything in between.
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Inflatable Rides, Villefranche Sur Mer
10min rides on inflatable tubes and sofa boats
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
2hr session including 1 hour tuition suitable for all ages and abilities
Paddleboarding along the coast is a fun for the whole family!
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Parasailing, Villefranche Sur Mer
Single, double or triple flights from age 5 years up!
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.
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White Water Rafting
Half day trips for 4 to 8 people suitable for all abilities from age 7
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Le Poseidon Diving School
Scuba diving courses, exploration & snorkelling in 25 diving sites
Located in the harbour of Nice this diving school enables beginners, intermediates and confirmed divers to explore 25 diving sites.
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Nikaia Watersports
A huge variety of watersports available on the Nice beachfront
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.
Wine tasting & vineyard tours in Nice
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.
