Nice Food Tour in a Small Group
Sample 20 regional specialties during a guided old town walk with wine and olive oil pairings
Connect with Nice through its vibrant flavors on a comprehensive culinary adventure. Follow your guide from the grand Place Massena into the heart of the famous Cours Saleya Flower Market as you sample 20 different local delicacies. You will enjoy onion tarts, stuffed vegetables, savory chickpea pancakes, fragrant olive oils, a taste of Provence wine, and more. It's the perfect tour for hungry travelers looking to try the best local bites of Nice.
What You Get With This Tour
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Expert English-speaking culinary guide
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20 regional food tastings
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Local Provence wine tasting
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Authentic olive oil sampling
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Vieux Nice walking tour
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Munch Mediterranean masterpieces
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Guide tips
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Additional beverages
Tour Itinerary
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Begin your journey at Place Massena
Your tour begins at the grand Place Massena, the city's main square known for its red buildings and striking statues. Your guide will introduce basics of niçois gastronomy and the unique history of the region. -
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Explore the historic old town
Next, you will wind through the narrow, shaded streets of Vieux Nice to visit traditional food artisan shops. You’ll learn about the heavy Italian influence on the local architecture and cuisine while sampling savory onion tarts and stuffed vegetables. -
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Visit the Cours Saleya Flower Market
You’ll follow your guide to the famous Cours Saleya, a vibrant outdoor market that has served the city for centuries. Here, you will sample fresh chickpea socca (a simple, gluten-free French flatbread or savory pancake) directly from the stalls and meet the vendors who keep these traditions alive. -
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Taste regional wines and oils
Then, step inside local boutiques to enjoy a guided tasting of olive oils and wines produced in the nearby hills of Provence. Learn how the Mediterranean climate shapes the flavors of these regional staples. -
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Your tour finishes in the old town
Your tour finishes in the heart of the old town, leaving you perfectly positioned to continue exploring. You'll leave with a full stomach and a deeper appreciation for the heritage of Nice.
Additional Information
Good to know:
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible, as some restaurants include stairs.
Dietary Restrictions: Please contact us in advance with any special dietary restrictions or allergies, so we can do our best to accommodate you.
Alcohol Consumption: This tour includes local wine; participants consuming alcohol should be of legal drinking age in France (18). Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 3-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
20 food tastings
One olive oil tasting
One wine tasting
Walking tour of Vieux Nice
Visit to Cours Saleya Flower Market
Maximum group size of 15
What to bring:
Government-issued ID
Comfortable shoes
Water bottle
Camera
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour family friendly?
Yes, children are welcome to join and often enjoy the variety of snacks provided. Please note that strollers are allowed, but some areas have uneven pavement and steps.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
This experience involves walking for three hours through historic streets and markets. It is not wheelchair accessible, but guests with moderate mobility can participate if they are comfortable with a gentle walking pace.
Do we eat enough for lunch?
With 20 different samples including savory tarts, stuffed vegetables, and chickpea pancakes, most guests find the tastings equivalent to a large meal and leave the tour feeling full.
Does the tour run in the rain?
This experience runs in all weather conditions, as many of our tasting stops and market stalls offer cover. We recommend checking the local forecast and bringing an umbrella or light jacket if showers are expected.
