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Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

3 days in Nice

French Riviera sun, seafront promenades and old-town markets. Here's how to spend 3 days in Nice: a realistic day-by-day plan you can copy and tweak. The best time for this 3 days Nice trip is May, June and July. Budget roughly $150/person/day before flights.

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Length
3 days
Best time
May, June, July
~Cost/day
$150
Currency
USD
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Your 3 days Nice itinerary, day by day

1

Day 1

09:00
Local food tour of Nice~$25
Taste the signature dishes of Nice.
12:30
Central market & street-food lunch~$12
Grab lunch where locals do.
16:00
Central market & street-food lunch~$12
Grab lunch where locals do.
2

Day 2

09:00
Central market & street-food lunch~$12
Grab lunch where locals do.
12:30
Central market & street-food lunch~$12
Grab lunch where locals do.
16:00
Central market & street-food lunch~$12
Grab lunch where locals do.
3

Day 3

09:00
Local food tour of Nice~$25
Taste the signature dishes of Nice.
12:30
Local food tour of Nice~$25
Taste the signature dishes of Nice.
16:00
Local food tour of Nice~$25
Taste the signature dishes of Nice.

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What 3 days in Nice costs

What this trip costs

$1,015
Flights$45044%
Stay$13513%
Activities$16016%
Food$13513%
Local transport$545%
Shopping$364%
Buffer$454%
$338/day

Estimates for planning, so check live prices before you book.

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3 days in Nice: FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Nice?+

3 days is enough to cover the main highlights of Nice without rushing the essentials. The plan above balances the must-sees with time to wander.

What should I do on day 1 in Nice?+

Start with Local food tour of Nice, Central market & street-food lunch and Central market & street-food lunch. The full first day is mapped out above.

How much does 3 days in Nice cost?+

Budget around $150 per person per day for a mid-range trip (stay, food and activities), before flights, so roughly $450 per person for 3 days. The cost breakdown above splits it by category.

When is the best time to visit Nice?+

The best months to visit Nice are May, June, July and September, when the weather suits sightseeing best.

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