Golden Hour of Nice - Sunset Tour
Walk with us through Nice at golden hour — when pastel façades glow and the Mediterranean breeze whispers stories. From Place Masséna to the Promenade des Anglais, through the Cours Saleya market and the winding lanes of the Old Town to Place Garibaldi, discover how history, legend, and evening light weave together in the heart of the Riviera.
Basic Information
Total time
2h
Language
English (check the calendar for availability)
Price
Paid tour
Meeting point
Fontaine du Soleil, Place Massena Nearest public transport: Opéra - Vieille Ville tram stop; Masséna tram stop
Additional info
☂︎ This tour is organised by Walkative Nice guides. Look for the guide with the yellow umbrella.
♿️ Tour not suitable for people with reduced mobility or strollers
❗Our tours run in all weather conditions. High or low temperatures, rain, or snow are never a reason for us to cancel. We’re always here for you! The only reasons for cancellation are extreme weather conditions (such as heavy storms), a guide’s sudden illness, or if there are fewer than 5 registered participants. In such cases, we will always notify you using the contact information you provided when booking the tour.Booking rules
Booking is obligatory. Our pay as you wish tours are designed for individual travellers and small groups. We don’t accept parties of more than 7 people on them. If you travel in a party of 8 or more (school groups, bigger groups of friends etc.), please choose a paid option of 18€ per person or book a Private Tour. For more information on the latter, please contact us.
About the tour
When the sun softens over the Côte d’Azur, Nice glows: façades blush pink, the sea turns to glass, and the evening breeze carries salt, citrus, and a hint of flowers. This is the hour when stories tend to land softly. Our evening walk blends the city’s most charming corners with a generous dose of history, surprising facts, and playful anecdotes — letting Nice unfold in color, sound, and light.
Nice has always stood between worlds. Founded by the Greeks as Nikaia, shaped by Rome, ruled by the Dukes of Savoy, and finally joined to France in 1860, it carries both Italian warmth and French elegance. The streets of the old town twist like the language itself — part Provençal, part Ligurian, all Mediterranean. Revolutionaries, merchants, and dreamers left their mark in its stones, and artists like Matisse and Chagall came here chasing its light. On this tour, you’ll trace these layers through the city’s heart — from sunlit squares and seaside boulevards to medieval lanes where faith, beauty, and mischief have always mingled.
We begin at Place Masséna, where old and new Nice converge around the bold Fountain du Soleil and its radiant Apollo. Then we stroll the Promenade des Anglais, with its miniature Statue of Liberty and tales of Belle Époque grandeur, English aristocrats, and the rise of the Riviera myth. Above us, Castle Hill watches over centuries of stories — from ancient battles to modern celebrations. Our path then turns into Cours Saleya, Nice’s colorful food and flower market, still fragrant after day’s end. Here stand the Palais of the Prefecture and the house of Adam and Eve, keepers of curious local legend. Deeper into the old town, the mood shifts to medieval: the Ancient Senate, the old prison, and Rue du Malonat, the first paved street in Nice and home to its once-official executioner. We’ll pass the Palais de Justice, scene of the daring 1976 “bank heist of the century” by Albert Spaggiari, then step through the Porte Fausse into Place Rossetti, where the Cathedral of Sainte Réparate glows with Baroque splendor. We’ll see Rue Droite and the ornate Palais Lascaris, before uncovering a cannonball from the 1543 siege — a relic of Catherine Ségurane, Nice’s legendary heroine. Our walk ends at Place Garibaldi, where cafés spill into the square and the city hums with evening life — the perfect place for a sunset apéritif.
Join us for an evening walk when Nice slows, softens, and shines. As daylight fades, the sea mirrors the sky, and every story feels more colorful. Walk with us through the golden hour — and discover how Nice keeps its light and spins its tale long after the sun goes down.
Highlights
- 1
Promenade des Anglais & Statue of Liberty
Nice’s iconic seaside boulevard, lined with palms and elegance, home to a miniature Statue of Liberty overlooking the Riviera.
- 2
Cours Saleya Market
The city’s vibrant food and flower market, filled with Mediterranean colors, scents, and local life.
- 3
Palais of the Prefecture
A majestic former ducal residence and seat of power, reflecting Nice’s political and architectural history.
- 4
Adam and Eve House
A charming old façade hiding a whimsical local legend of Adam and Eve in the heart of Nice.
- 5
Ancient Senate & Prison
Remains of Nice’s medieval seat of governance and justice, echoing centuries of civic life.
- 6
Executioner’s House
The former home of Nice’s official executioner, a rare glimpse into the city’s darker past.
- 7
Rue du Malonat
The first paved street in Nice, preserving the atmosphere and layout of the medieval town.
- 8
Palais de Justice
A grand 19th-century courthouse, remembered for the daring 1976 “bank heist of the century.”
- 9
Porte Fausse
An ancient city gate leading into what was once Nice’s medieval slaughterhouse district.
- 10
Place Rossetti & Cathedral
A lively square crowned by the baroque cathedral dedicated to Nice’s patron saint.
- 11
Palais Lascaris
A Genovese baroque masterpiece known for its ornate interiors and collection of musical instruments.
- 12
Catherine Ségurane’s Cannonball
A relic from the 1543 siege, commemorating the bravery of Nice’s legendary heroine.
- 13
Place Garibaldi & Rue Bonaparte
An elegant 18th-century square honouring Giuseppe Garibaldi, surrounded by cafés and evening life.
Map
Fontaine du Soleil, Place Massena Nearest public transport: Opéra - Vieille Ville tram stop; Masséna tram stop
Our customers said about us
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Peggy S.24.10.2025
Fantastic tour!
My husband and I took the Sunset Walking Tour with Scott, and he was terrific! We had a great time leaning historical facts about Nice, and Scott gave us some great recommendations for places to go. This your is a must for tourists visiting Nice.
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Robbie Woodcock24.10.2025
Sunset Tour With Scott
My wife and I did the sunset tour with Scott in mid September, along with our 15 month old daughter. As well as providing us with a fantastic and highly insightful tour, Scott made sure to include our daughter in it. Making sure to engage with her throughout the tour and making her feel part of everything. The following days after the tour the weather was mixed. Scott reached out to us of his own accord to provide us with extremely helpful suggestions/ideas on things to do and places to go with our daughter. I'd have no problem recommending Scott, his tour is perfect for those looking to see Nice. Robbie
