Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
French
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
Typical Duration
10 nights
Price Range
$990–$68,500 per person
Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to the French Riviera and Rhône River valley, offering access to Mediterranean beaches, Provençal villages, and UNESCO-listed historic sites.
Cruises that visit Nice
- cruises to Nice
- Nice sailings
- Nice cruises
- 5-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 5-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 5-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 5-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 5-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 5-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 5-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 6-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 7-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 7-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 7-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
Build Your Day in Nice
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
CAP3000
Spacious mall with chain stores & dining
Open · Closes 9 PM
Colline du Château
A must see location in Nice and worth spending half a day here.
Closes soon · 8 PM
Shopping Promenade
Chic, open-air mall with 100+ stores
Closes soon · 8 PM
Casa Leya
Chic Italian eatery with seasonal fare
Centre Commercial NICETOILE
Place has very fancy coffee bars so traditional in the France.
Closes soon · 8 PM
French Riviera Sightseeing
I strongly recommend joining his trip for who will visit Nice in France.
Parc Phœnix
Foe the price it's really decent and you can spend the entire day there!
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Sun
Jardin Albert 1er
Great place to visit for a Christmas Market and a free photo with Santa!
Place Masséna
Place Masséna is a captivating square nestled in the heart of Nice, France.
Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice
Cathedral Russe visit it’s a must while you are in Nice.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Sun
Galeries Lafayette Nice Masséna
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
Open · Closes 9 PM
Marc Chagall National Museum
A lovely musée tucked into a bucolic setting in Cimiez, Nice.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Sun
Bocca Mar
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Matisse Museum
#HenriMatisse #MuseumInNice #MuseeMatisse #Museum #FrenchRiviera
Closed · Opens 10 AM Sun
Chez Pipo
Socca specialist with a cozy vibe
Centre Commercial Nice Côte d'Azur
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Mon
Bocca Nissa
Mediterranean fare in a warm eatery
Centre Commercial Nice Valley
Shopping center with big-box stores
Open · Closes 12 AM
Nice TNL
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
Closes soon · 8 PM
Fontaine du Soleil
Gorgeous place - amazing place to start a photo shoot and explore Nice -
Promenade du Paillon
Fun climbing structures, water feature and trampolines for kids.
Le Plongeoir
Clifftop locale for French cuisine
Castel Plage
Seafood & sweets overlooking the sea
Jardin des Arènes de Cimiez
A big garden with museum, cathedral and some view points inside
Closes soon · 8 PM
Wayne's Bar
Pub-style English bar & restaurant
La maison de Marie - Restaurant Traditionnel Nice
Airy surroundings & polished local fare
Parc du Mont Boron
There is a snack bar and a play area for children of all ages.
Villa Masséna, musée d'art et d'histoire
Nice museum with history of Nice and some French personalities.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Sun
Le Panier
Fine-dining restaurant with cocktails
Galeries Lafayette
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
Closes soon · 8:30 PM
#ILoveNICE
Cool Instagram spot overlooking amazing azure coast of Nice.
Peixes
It was very good, and reasonably priced for higher-end restaurants in Nice.
Le Frog
Stylish spot for classic French fare
Les Distilleries Idéales
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
24 Rue de la Préfecture
Le Kawa - Brunch & Coffee Shop Nice
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Closed · Opens 8 AM Sun
Cascade du Château
Highly recommend place to visit in Nice, lots of climbing.
Closes soon · 8 PM
HOBO COFFEE
Cozy, charming cafe with a terrace
Garden Café - Brunch & Coffee Shop Nice
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Sun
Coffee shop - La Brioche Chaude - CAFÉ
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closes soon · 8 PM
Popote Bistrot
Informal crêperie with cocktails
LA. CUCINA
Quaint spot for Italian-French fusion
Les Sens
Chic place for refined regional cuisine
Closed · Opens 12 PM Mon
Bistrot Gourmand - restaurant à Nice
Best meal we had during our trip to Nice
Chez Moi
Dine-in·No-contact delivery·No takeout
Les Bains du Castel
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
La Cantine de Mémé - restaurant à Nice
Quaint eatery for diverse fare & wine
Le Bouchon
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
L'Alchimie restaurant Nice
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7 PM Fri
Barbacane Bar
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
HUG Café Nice
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Sun
LU FRAN CALIN
Dine-in·Drive-through·No delivery
Lou Balico
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Restaurant JAN
Snug spot for elegant South African food
Jardin botanique de Nice
Amaizing small botanical garden, free entrance,neautiful view of Nice.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Sun
Maison F Restaurant
Every dish mirrored the sophistication of its surroundings.
La Pachamama
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Nice Sunset
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Comme un Dimanche
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Sun
Le Cèdre
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Chez Palmyre
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 12 PM Mon
La Claque Coffee Shop
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Sun
Le Patio Restaurant & Terrasse
Posh local dining with a terrace
Aux deux chefs
Dine-in·Drive-through
Influence - restaurant gastronomique à Nice
Superb food, fantastic wine pairings, and delightful service.
Les folies d'Edmonde - Bar à Cocktails
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 12 AM Sun
L'Atelier Signature
Fine, friendly service and really fine, French cuisine.
Plage Publique Magnan
L'Eau de vie
Amazing experience, the food was better than anything I had in France.
Rooftop Monsigny
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
CoCo Beach
TRÉSORS PUBLICS - boutique
In-store shopping
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
TIPSY Nice Bar
No delivery
Opens soon · 8 PM
Maison Karlie
Dine-in·Takeout
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Tue
Panorama Est de la Colline du Château
Nice is a vibrant gem on the French Riviera.
Closes soon · 8 PM
Flaveur
The standout dish for us was the lobster—truly unforgettable.
Plage Beau Rivage Beach
Blue Beach
Plage des Bains Militaires
Sheltered pebble beach with showers
Zitto Speakeasy.
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Le Chantecler
All courses were delicious and creative, and the service was great.
La Fayette Nice
Onsite services
Closes soon · 8:30 PM
Plage de la Plateforme
Coco Bar
No takeout·No delivery
Centre commercial Nice Étoile
Onsite services
Closes soon · 8 PM
Delano cocktail bar
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
BRUT Nice
Café Alma
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Sun
Plage du Centenaire
Florida Beach
Beach club with sun beds & a restaurant
Plage de la Réserve
Open now
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Nice
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Nice
Nice stands as one of the Mediterranean's most vibrant cruise hubs, welcoming eight major cruise lines including Emerald Cruises, Silversea, PONANT, Seabourn, and Oceania Cruises. Whether you're embarking on your voyage or arriving as a port of call, you'll find yourself at the heart of French Riviera elegance. With 238 upcoming cruises and a strong focus on 10-night itineraries, Nice serves as the perfect launchpad for river and coastal explorations throughout the Rhone region and beyond.
From Nice, cruise passengers embark on journeys to enchanting destinations like Avignon, Lyon, and the picturesque villages of Arles and Tournon-sur-Rhône. The port welcomes visitors year-round, with peak activity during the summer months and shoulder seasons of May and September. Whether you're stepping ashore for a few hours or beginning an extended adventure, Nice offers the perfect blend of sophisticated Mediterranean charm and convenient access to some of France's most captivating inland destinations.
From Nice, cruise passengers embark on journeys to enchanting destinations like Avignon, Lyon, and the picturesque villages of Arles and Tournon-sur-Rhône. The port welcomes visitors year-round, with peak activity during the summer months and shoulder seasons of May and September. Whether you're stepping ashore for a few hours or beginning an extended adventure, Nice offers the perfect blend of sophisticated Mediterranean charm and convenient access to some of France's most captivating inland destinations.
Cruise Lines at Nice
- Emerald Cruises (137 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (44 cruises)
- Silversea (22 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (12 cruises)
- Virgin Voyages (8 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (7 cruises)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (6 cruises)
- Aurora Expeditions (2 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Nice
Cruises Visiting Nice
Ship Schedule at Nice
Nice Location
Other Cruise Ports in France
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nice best known for?
The Promenade des Anglais, the Old Town, and a mild Mediterranean climate.
When is the best time to visit Nice?
Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
What are the must-see sights in Nice?
Promenade des Anglais, Colline du Château, Old Town, and Cours Saleya market.
How can you reach Nice?
By air via Nice Côte d'Azur Airport or by train and road from other cities.