Nice in September: a journey through history, art and landscapes

Nice welcomes visitors with a rich calendar of events for September 2025. From strolls through historic neighborhoods to temporary exhibitions, from guided visits to archaeological sites to breathtaking viewpoints, the program offers many ways to enjoy the city in an original and engaging way.

Must-see tours

• Vieux-Nice – Witness to history and guardian of traditions. Every Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. and every Friday at 9:30 a.m. Meeting point: Centre du Patrimoine – Le Sénat, 14 rue Jules-Gilly.

• Quand Nice invente la Riviera – Discover the cosmopolitan soul of the city. Every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Meeting point: Centre du Patrimoine – Le Sénat.

Archaeological site visits

With guides and lecturers:

• Archaeological Crypt, Place Jacques-Toja – Every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 p.m. Special date: Wednesday, September 3 at 2:00 p.m. Bookings at Centre du Patrimoine – Le Sénat or via vah.nice.fr.

The “Vagabonde” walks

• EXPO -115°5 – La Baie des Anges and the evolution of the landscape – Exhibition visit every Monday at 9:30 a.m. Meeting point: Centre du Patrimoine – Le Sénat.

• Port district – The maritime gateway of Piedmont. Every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m., meeting at the statue of Charles-Félix, square Guynemer.

• Mont-Boron – Panoramic walk. Every Thursday at 9:30 a.m., meeting point: viewpoint terrace on boulevard du Mont Boron (bus 30, Miramar stop).

• Les profondeurs de la Prom’ – Discover the seafront. Every Friday at 9:30 a.m., meeting point: Quai Rauba-Capèu, in front of #IlOVENICE.

• Nice and Matisse – A route through the places dear to the artist, ending at the Musée Matisse. Thursday, September 4 at 2:00 p.m. Travel by public bus (ticket not included).

The Bellandarium

The Bellanda Tower offers one of the most spectacular views over the Baie des Anges while telling the history of Castle Hill.

• Opening hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. and 2:00–5:00 p.m.; Thursday 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Location: Montée Lesage, Castle Hill.

• Exhibition “Nissa Briqua” – A journey into the era when the House of Savoy protected the port of Nice. Perfect for families.

La Diacosmie

Production center of the Opéra Nice Côte d’Azur, hosting workshops for set design, costumes, rehearsals, storage and a second performance hall.

• Special visit: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Address: 8 avenue Claude-Debussy.

Practical information

• Bookings & contacts: Service Ville d’Art et d’Histoire – Centre du Patrimoine – Le Sénat, 14 rue Jules-Gilly, Vieux Nice.

• Phone: 04 92 00 41 90.

• Reception hours: Monday 2:00–5:00 p.m.; Tuesday–Friday 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. and 2:00–5:00 p.m.

Admission fees

• Full price: €6

• Reduced: €2.50 (students, seniors, job seekers, people with disabilities)