Luxury 5-Day Itinerary for Nice

  • Day 1: Promenade des Anglais
    10 minutes (1.2 miles) from Nice Airport

    The Promenade des Anglais is a famous landmark in Nice, situated alongside the beautiful Mediterranean sea. Take a stroll, enjoy the view or rent a bike to explore the promenade.

  • Day 2: Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
    25 minutes (7.5 miles) from Promenade des Anglais

    The Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild is a beautiful palace and gardens built by an art-loving heiress, Beatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild. Admire the stunning scenery, the impressive mosaics, the waterfall and the musical fountains.

  • Day 3: Musée Matisse
    15 minutes (3 miles) from Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

    The Musée Matisse is a museum dedicated to the artwork of Henri Matisse. Marvel at the rich collection, including sketches, ceramics, paintings and sculptures, showcasing the evolution of the artist’s works.

  • Day 4: Castle Hill
    20 minutes (2.5 miles) from Musée Matisse

    The Castle Hill is an iconic hilltop in the middle of Nice. It has a park with impressive waterfalls, a playground, unique viewpoints and a tranquil atmosphere.

  • Day 5: Promenade du Paillon
    10 minutes (1 mile) from Castle Hill

    The Promenade du Paillon is a modern public park with a variety of fountains, a large mirror pool, and green spaces to relax in. Take a moment to truly connect with nature.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Promenade des Anglais (2 hours, Free)
  • Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild (4 hours, €17 per adult)
  • Musée Matisse (3 hours, €10 per adult)
  • Castle Hill (2 hours, Free)
  • Promenade du Paillon (2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €27 per adult

Transportation

We recommend travelling around Nice using taxis, which will cost approximately €15-20 for a 10-minute journey. If you prefer public transit, you can purchase a 10-trip ticket card for €10, or you can rent a car for €40-60 per day.

Useful tips

If you have more time, we recommend visiting the Nice Old Town and its bustling markets, or the glamorous Monaco City. If you have less time, we suggest skipping Musée Matisse or Promenade du Paillon.

Airports

The main airport in Nice is the Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE), which is located approximately 3.7 miles (6 kilometers) from the city center.

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