Discover Nice’s 200 best Culture Explorer spots for your trip

Fondation Maeght

★ 4.6 · 4,056 reviews

Climb to Fondation Maeght, the hilltop museum above Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Wander between galleries and open-air courtyards to see Calder, Miró and Chagall works, then break for a meal in the garden restaurant.

Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

★ 4.7 · 10,395 reviews

Visit Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, a seaside villa on Cap Ferrat wrapped in nine themed gardens. Tour its furnished rooms, then wander the terraces and garden styles with the Mediterranean in view.

Marc Chagall National Museum

★ 4.4 · 8,203 reviews

Visit the Marc Chagall National Museum, a villa in a quiet Nice neighbourhood devoted to the artist's biblical-inspired works. Move through its compact galleries and settle in for the documentary on his life.

Opéra de Nice

★ 4.5 · 2,812 reviews

Take your place at the Opéra de Nice, an 1885 landmark of the city's performing arts scene. Watch an opera, ballet or symphony concert inside its ornate, tiered auditorium.

Matisse Museum

★ 4.0 · 7,155 reviews

Explore the Matisse Museum in a 17th-century villa where the artist once lived and worked. Follow his progression from early canvases to later masterpieces and see what the current temporary exhibition adds.

old nice

Lose yourself in Vieux Nice, the ochre-hued old town tucked behind the seafront. Wander narrow lanes and baroque churches, browse the market streets, and settle into a lively square for a meal or evening drink.

Cimiez

Escape the seafront crowds and head uphill to Cimiez, Nice's calm, villa-lined hill district. Explore the Roman ruins, wander through the monastery gardens and olive groves, and take in views over the city below.

Villa Masséna, musée d'art et d'histoire

★ 4.5 · 3,494 reviews

Pause at the Villa Masséna, a belle époque mansion steps from Nice's promenade. Tour its ornate rooms, see Riviera art and Napoleon's death mask, then relax in the quiet gardens.

Monastère de Cimiez

★ 4.6 · 1,513 reviews

Climb to the Monastère de Cimiez for a quiet escape above Nice. Wander the frescoed church, stroll the formal and wild gardens for city views, and pay respects at Matisse's grave next door.

Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nice

★ 4.3 · 1,789 reviews

Step into the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nice, a 19th-century mansion with a free-entry collection. See paintings by van Loo and Monet, Rodin sculptures and the current Maurice Denis exhibition.

Jardin des Arènes de Cimiez

★ 4.5 · 4,660 reviews

Walk up to the Jardin des Arènes de Cimiez, where a Roman amphitheatre sits among rose-scented gardens. Explore the ancient arena, then spread out a picnic on the lawns.

Colline du Château

★ 4.7 · 25,892 reviews

Climb Colline du Château for the best panorama over Nice's Old Town, port and sea. Follow the paths up past the waterfall, pause at the viewpoints, and stop at the cafe before heading back down.

Historic Train Ride & Alps Villages

★ 4.8 · 339 reviews

Ride into the Alps on a historic train and discover hilltop villages far from the coast. You will walk medieval lanes, visit a Franciscan monastery and enjoy a regional lunch.

Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice

★ 4.6 · 10,858 reviews

Discover the onion domes of Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas, a corner of Russian Orthodox Nice. Step inside the richly decorated church, then stroll its gardens and photograph the exterior.

Musée du Palais Lascaris

★ 4.4 · 2,147 reviews

Slip into the Musée du Palais Lascaris, a Baroque palace hidden in the lanes of Nice's Old Town. Climb its grand staircase, admire frescoed ceilings and tapestries, and browse the collection of antique musical instruments.

Musée d'Archéologie de Nice / Cimiez

★ 4.2 · 748 reviews

Discover the Musée d'Archéologie de Nice on the site of ancient Cemenelum. See marble statues, coins and excavated finds, try the interactive exhibits, then step outside to walk the Roman ruins.

Asian Arts Museum

★ 4.5 · 1,841 reviews

Slip into the Asian Arts Museum, a modern glass-and-water building near Nice Airport. Browse Chinese, Japanese, Indian and Southeast Asian art, then pause in the tea ceremony room, all without paying for entry.

Église Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur de Nice

★ 4.6 · 337 reviews

Duck into Église Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur, an unassuming old town church with a lavish Baroque interior. See the frescoes, cherubs, and statues in an intimate setting before returning to the lanes outside.

Nice Old Town and Castle Hill: Guided Cultural Walking Tour

★ 4.8 · 1,009 reviews

Wander Nice's Old Town with a guide, from Cours Saleya's market to the seafront and Castle Hill. End with sweeping views of the Bay of Angels.

Provence and its Medieval Villages Full-Day Tour

★ 4.7 · 483 reviews

Visit the perfume capital and some of Provence's loveliest hill villages in one day from Nice. End with a walk through Saint-Paul-de-Vence's medieval lanes.

Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate de Nice

★ 4.6 · 5,275 reviews

Step into Sainte-Réparate, the Baroque cathedral on Place Rossetti in Nice's Old Town. Admire its colourful chapels and altar before rejoining the square's cafés.

Old Town & Promenade Walking Tour in English

★ 4.7 · 217 reviews

Discover Nice's art, history and food culture on a lively English-language walk. Pass Matisse's former home and finish with views from Castle Hill.

Basilique Notre-Dame de l’Assomption

★ 4.7 · 4,649 reviews

Step into Nice's neo-Gothic landmark, the Basilique Notre-Dame de l'Assomption. Admire the twin-towered facade, then walk the nave to see the stained glass colour the stone interior.

St Martin and St Augustin church

★ 4.7 · 112 reviews

Slip into St Martin and St Augustin, a quiet parish church near Nice's old port. Look up at the ceiling and wander the side chapels with their artworks before heading on.

Old Town Treasures Walking Tour

★ 4.6 · 417 reviews

Uncover Old Nice's hidden lanes, baroque churches and market with a guide. Taste local food along the way and, if you like, continue to Castle Hill.

Marché Aux Fleurs - Cours Saleya - Nice

★ 4.5 · 5,375 reviews

Wander the Marché aux Fleurs on Cours Saleya, Nice's colourful morning market. Stroll past stalls of fresh flowers, local produce and handmade souvenirs, and sample Niçois street food as you go.

Chapelle de la Miséricorde

★ 4.3 · 204 reviews

Plan a short visit to Chapelle de la Miséricorde, one of Vieux Nice's most colourful Baroque interiors. Look up at the painted dome during the brief weekly opening.

Chapelle Saint-Pierre de Villefranche-sur-Mer

★ 4.3 · 691 reviews

Detour to Villefranche-sur-Mer for Chapelle Saint-Pierre, a tiny chapel transformed by Jean Cocteau. Study his drawings covering the walls in the cool, quiet interior.

Full-Day Monaco, Monte-Carlo & Eze Tour

★ 4.8 · 1,054 reviews

Spend a full day on the Riviera with this guided minibus tour from Nice. Explore hilltop Èze, tour the Fragonard perfumery, walk Monaco's Rock, then finish with free time at Casino Square.

Musée de Préhistoire de Terra Amata

★ 4.1 · 559 reviews

Head to the Musée de Préhistoire de Terra Amata, built on an ancient campsite above Nice. Follow the story of early humans through the exhibits and let the kids tackle the discovery trail, all free of charge.