Five-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Nice

  • Day 1: Old Town Nice
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Nice City Centre

    Explore the charming Old Town of Nice, also known as Vieux Nice. You'll find colourful streets, narrow alleys, and historic buildings. Take a break at Place Rossetti, where you can enjoy a tasty gelato or grab a bite from various street food vendors.

  • Day 2: Promenade des Anglais & Castle Hill
    20 minutes (1.8 miles) from Old Town Nice

    Take a stroll along the famous Promenade des Anglais, a picturesque boulevard along the Mediterranean sea. Then, visit Castle Hill for breathtaking panoramic views of the city and the sea. You can hike up or take the lift.

  • Day 3: Marineland & Antibes
    35 minutes (9.8 miles) from Nice City Centre

    Spend the day at Marineland, one of the biggest marine parks in Europe. Watch dolphins, orcas, and sea lions perform, and visit the aquarium. Then, head to Antibes, a charming seaside town with bustling markets and Port Vaubon, one of the largest marinas in the region.

  • Day 4: Nice Museums & City Tour
    15 minutes (2.5 miles) from Nice City Centre

    Discover the cultural side of Nice by visiting museums such as the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art and the National Marc Chagall Museum. Then, join a city tour to learn more about the history and architecture of this beautiful city.

  • Day 5: Aquasplash & Beach Day
    30 minutes (5.5 miles) from Nice City Centre

    Visit Aquasplash, a water park with various attractions for all ages. Then, spend the afternoon relaxing on one of Nice's many beaches like Plage Beau Rivage or Plage de la Réserve.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Old Town Nice (2-3 hours, free)
  • Promenade des Anglais & Castle Hill (3-4 hours, free)
  • Marineland & Antibes (6-7 hours, €30-40)
  • Nice Museums & City Tour (5-6 hours, €10-15)
  • Aquasplash & Beach Day (7-8 hours, €35-40)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €85-110

Transportation

Public transportation is the most convenient way to get around Nice. A single trip costs €1.50, and a 10-trip pass costs €10. Taxis are also available, but they can be quite expensive. Uber is not available in Nice.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider taking a day trip to Monaco, Cannes, or Saint-Tropez. If you have less time, skip Marineland or one of the museums. Make sure to book your tickets in advance for popular attractions to save time and avoid long queues.

Airports

Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) is the main airport serving Nice. It's about 4 miles southwest of the city centre. You can take a taxi, bus, or train to get to the city.

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