Villefranche-sur-Mer, France

Nice On Your Own

Find Your Own Inspiration in the City of Matisse Uncover the charms of Nice, one of the French Riviera’s most romantic cities, at your leisure. Begin with a drive along the panoramic Middle Corniche, arriving in this picturesque Mediterranean city in about 45 minutes. Stroll the promenade, a splendid palm-lined boulevard stretching three miles along the Baie des Anges, or Bay of Angels. Continue a few blocks from the bay into Vieux Nice, the Old Town, known for its historic architecture and atmospheric squares. As you explore, you may spot the Porte Fausse, a symbolic stairway connecting old and new Nice, adorned with colored marble and gilded vaults, or take a walk down the Rue Saint-Francois de Paule, known for its colorful houses. Other highlights include the Opéra de Nice and the Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate de Nice with its lush baroque interior. Later, rejoin your guide and return to your ship. * Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.