5-Day Itinerary for Nice, France

  1. Day 1: Promenade des Anglais
    20 minutes (5.5km) from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport

    Begin your journey at Promenade des Anglais, a long stretch of promenade along the Mediterranean Sea, offering scenic views for your first day in Nice.

  2. Day 2: Castle Hill of Nice
    10 minutes (2km) from Promenade des Anglais

    Head to Castle Hill, offering a panoramic view of the coastline. The view is breathtaking, and the park is free.

  3. Day 3: Nice Old Town
    15 minutes (2.3km) from Castle Hill of Nice

    Visit the charming Nice Old Town area, where you can find a vibrant market, historic architecture, and first-class restaurants.

  4. Day 4: Musee Matisse
    25 minutes (8.5km) from Nice Old Town

    The Musee Matisse is a must-visit for art lovers visiting Nice. At the museum, you can see the works produced by Henri Matisse, a great artist of the 20th century.

  5. Day 5: Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
    40 minutes (16km) from Musee Matisse

    End your trip at Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, an extravagant mansion surrounded by lush green gardens housing a selection of art and numerous objects.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Promenade des Anglais (2 hours, free)
  • Castle Hill (1 hour, free)
  • Nice Old Town (3 hours, €20 for lunch)
  • Musee Matisse (2 hours, €12)
  • Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild (3 hours, €22 entrance fee)

  • Total Estimated Costs: €54

Useful Tips

If you have an additional day, consider taking a half-day trip to Monaco, only 30 minutes away by train. Alternatively, if time is short, you might consider skipping the Musee Matisse and extending the time spent exploring Old Town or the beach.

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