Nice: Food & Storytelling Tour with 'licensed guide' 2H30
Vieux Nice, Nice
The only Food Tour led by a Certified Guide. Perfect balance: 50% historical walking tour & 50% gourmet pleasure. Includes 2 stops with 8 artisanal tastings(5 Cheeses+ 3 specialties)and Regional Wine.
Old Nice Food and History Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
This 2.5-hour walking tour in Old Nice combines cultural history with gourmet tastings, suited for food lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
Highlights
- Led by an official licensed guide with 20 years of experience
- Explore Old Nice history paired with high-quality gourmet tastings
- Meet local cheese and wine artisans and learn their generational expertise
- Gain insight into Nice’s culture, traditions, and daily life beyond typical sightseeing
Description
This tour is the only food experience in Nice led by a certified 'Guide Conférencier' with two decades of expertise. Instead of choosing between a walking tour and food tasting, this experience offers both.
You will explore the historical streets of Old Nice while sampling authentic French gastronomy sourced directly from local producers. The focus is on traditional foods served on special occasions, including rare cheeses, heritage meats, and pure, high-quality flavors. This tour encourages you to engage with the true character of Nice beyond surface-level visits.
The tour balances cultural immersion and culinary pleasure, with roughly equal parts walking and tasting. Participants enjoy eight different tastings—including five artisanal cheeses and three savory specialties—as well as a glass of regional wine. The group size ranges up to 15, with tours conducted in English and French. Private tours with other languages are available on request.
Includes
- Certified guide expertise from a licensed 'Guide Conférencier' with 20 years’ experience
- Apéro tasting: 1 glass of regional wine and 3 artisan local specialties (approx. 8 tastings total)
- Cheese tasting: 5 local artisanal cheeses
- All tastings sourced directly from local producers ensuring high quality
- Bread served with tastings and water provided throughout the tour for comfort
- Exclusive bonus: Côte d’Azur events PDF and a virtual map of hidden local gems
- 5% discount on cheese purchases at the main tasting stop
Excludes
- Extra drinks beyond the included glass of wine and water
- Tips for the guide
Additional Information
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes, walking approximately 1.9 km
- Group size: up to 15 participants (minimum 12 to operate)
- Languages: English and French; other languages on request for private tours
- Cancellation policy: full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours in advance
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes for walking and bring a light jacket depending on the season. Book in advance to secure your spot, especially during peak tourist months.
