The 8 Nice Market Tours That Earn Their Price

1.Italian Market Shopping Small Group Day Tour from Nice

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 128 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $143Our pick

Cross from Nice into Italy by Mercedes minivan, shop Sanremo on Tuesdays or Saturdays, or Bordighera on Thursdays, then explore medieval Dolceacqua. An English or French speaking guide handles the driving and commentary, with guides such as Nora, Noah, Rolf, and Thierry praised for their local insight.

“The weather was awful that day, so our guide improvised throughout the day. The Markets were canceled that day, but we did make it to Italy and had a fabulous lunch and then some small village walking tours. The other couple with us had never been to Monaco, so we traveled there and they were able to see the casino in Monte Carlo and part of the country of Monaco. We didn't get to the markets, but had a great time anyway.”

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2.Food & Wine Lovers Tour of Nice Local Markets and Best Shops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $101Best value

Start by the Promenade des Anglais, then follow a local guide such as Carmela, Lara, Aline, or Laura through Old Nice, Cours Saleya, and specialty shops. Taste more than 15 local foods, wines, cheeses, olive oils, and pastries before a picnic on Castle Hill.

“Camela was very nice and informative about the history of Nice. We tried cold meats, at least 3 different cheeses and 2 types of bread with wine. Wine was also served at the end with a picnic. The Swiss chard cake was surprisingly delicious. We walked around the market and ate Socca and a caramelized onion tart. There were only 6 of us which made it more fun to chat with the others. I would recommend this food tour.”

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3.Nice Old Town & Local Markets Food Tour with 9+ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $118

Spend three hours walking Nice with a small group of up to 12, tasting socca, market cheeses, charcuterie, wine, olive oil, local pastries, salade niçoise, ice cream, and a secret dish. Guides such as Vanessa and Heloise also add local stories, shopping tips, and history.

“Vanessa was wonderful. She showed us parts of the old city and gave us a lot of it's history. The food tasting and wines were very enjoyable”

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4.Wine Tasting, Provencal Market, Cannes and St Paul de Vence

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 56 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $167

From Nice, an English-speaking driver-guide takes you by eight-seater minivan to Antibes, Cannes, St-Paul-de-Vence, Château de Crémat and Gairaut Waterfall. Expect free time at most stops, a Provençal market, a winery visit and a full day of sightseeing for up to eight people.

“Great tour. Guide was vey knowledgeable, personable and spoke several languages. St- Paul de Vence was amazing.”

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5.Full-Day Italian Market, Menton, & La Turbie Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 28 reviews · 8 hours · from $165

Travel from Nice with a professional guide to Sanremo’s open-air market, Menton’s colorful old town, and La Turbie’s Monaco viewpoint. Guides such as Francis Xavier and Cederic bring local insight, while the comfortable minivan keeps the day easy. Bring your passport for the border crossing.

“Our day was more than perfect! Our quide, Cederic, was very humorous and fun to be with. He had a lot of knowledge since been living in the area all of his life! We could have not spend our day any better!!!! Big thanx!!!!”

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6.Italian Coast & Market: Full-Day Small Group Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 21 reviews · 7h 30m · from $123

Spend about 7.5 hours crossing the Italian border from Nice or Villefranche-sur-Mer. Shop San Remo's market, see its old town and casino, and walk Dolceacqua's stone lanes with an English or French-speaking guide. Groups are limited to eight, with hotel pickup and minivan transport.

“loved visit to Dolceaqua, markets in San Marino were not great”

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7.Old Town & Local Markets Food Tour with 9+ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 19 reviews · 3 hours · from $109

Meet your English-speaking guide under Garibaldi’s statue for three hours of market visits, Old Town walks, and 9+ tastings. Try socca, petit farci, pissaladière, cheeses, local wine, ice cream, and a secret dish. Guides such as Isabel and Vanessa also share Nice’s French and Italian story.

“Vanessa was fantastic; she did an excellent job narrating the town’s history, and the food was delicious.”

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8.Italian Market San Remo, Menton & La Turbie

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 4 reviews · 8 hours · from $159

Spend eight hours crossing the French-Italian border on a small-group or private tour from Nice. Shop San Remo’s open-air market, explore Menton’s colorful streets, and stop at La Turbie’s Auguste Trophy for views over Monaco. Bring your passport and wear comfortable shoes.

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