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Walking Tour of Nice Through a City Game or Self-Guided Audio Tour of Nice

Old Town Nice street with colorful buildings, part of the Famous Artists City Game walking tour.
Old Town Nice street with colorful buildings and tourists on a walking tour.
Walking tour participants exploring Nice's Old Town, engaging in a city game focused on famous artists.
Nice Old Town street with colorful buildings and art installations, part of the Famous Artists City Game walking tour.

Experience Nice through the perfect mix of a tour, treasure hunt, and an outdoor escape game that guides you to your next location as you solve clues.

Highlights

  • Walk in the footsteps of famous philosophers and writers who lived in Nice through a mobile game with a uniquely crafted story from talented writers.

  • Get your thinking cap on to solve clues that will unlock the story and the exact directions to your next location.

  • Pause the game at locations that capture your interest and resume to learn about Nice's history and architectural changes throughout the years.

  • Learn about Nice's history and architectural changes throughout the years as you dive deeper into the game or explore the city at your own pace by creating your own schedule on a self-guided audio tour with commentary in 5 different languages.

  • Fun fact: Nice is named after Nike, the Greek goddess who personifies victory, not the famous brand!

Inclusions

  • City exploration game on your phone in English/French

  • 24/7 customer support

  • Self-guided audio tour of Nice (optional)

  • Multilingual audio commentary in English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German (optional)

Exclusions

  • Entry to attractions

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.

Start your app-venture

Once you have booked the experience, you will receive instructions on downloading and playing the game on your phone. The game will begin at the Centenary Monument, built in the 19th century to mark the annexation of Nice to France. Open the app and follow the instructions given. You will need 1.5 to 2 hours to complete the game. Feel free to pause the game at any location to do some exploring on your own. When you're ready to dive back in, restart the game from the location where you last paused.

Solve clues and unlock stories

Solve the clues and unlock stories that will take you on a historical quest with famous philosophers, writers, and artists who have lived in Nice. The app will give you instructions on how to reach the next location. Imagine being guided by the likes of Thomas Jefferson, Matisse, Nietzsche, and James Joyce!

Play in large groups, or form small groups so that you can engage in a friendly battle of wits. You can also play on your own. It is recommended that each guest buys a ticket for the best experience. However, several people can share a phone. The game ends at Place Masséna, Nice’s main square with a characteristic checkerboard tiling pattern. The pattern, along with its popularity as an entertainment hub, makes it one of the must-visit attractions in Nice.

Optional self-guided tour of Nice

With the help of this self-guided audio tour, with a special navigation feature that suggests the best paths to explore the city, discover the stunning city of Nice. Discover the rich history and culture of this city by exploring its famous sites, which include the Nice Cathedral, the Marc Chagall National Museum, Castle Hill, and the Promenade des Anglais. Take your time, take a break, and make your own plan so that you can visit the locations you love and leave with some priceless memories from the top picture ops!

What to bring

  • It's recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes, as this experience requires a fair amount of walking.

Additional information

  • The game lasts for 1.5 to 2 hours and can be played 24/7. You can pause the game at any location to explore at your own pace and resume the game at any time.

  • If you wish to enter any attraction at the locations the game guides you to, at your own expense, please check the venue's operating hours before your visit.

  • The audio guide can be accessed from iOS and Android devices.

  • The personal audio guide can be used at any time during the day.

  • Your visit to specific attractions will depend on their operating hours.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.

Ticket Redemption Point

  • Show your ticket at Centenary Monument.

  • Address: 1 Espl. Jacques Cotta, 06000 Nice, France.

Get Directions to the Redemption Point

Getting There

By Bus

  • The closest bus stop is Albert 1er / Phocéens. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the attraction.

  • Board buses 12, 23 , 32 and CV to get you there.

By Tram

  • The closest tram station is Masséna. It is a quick 7-minute walk to the attraction.

  • Board tram L1 to get you there.

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