The 11 Best Sunset & Evening Tours in Nice

1.Sunset Boat Tour with Wine and Local Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 430 reviews · 1h 30m · from $64Our pick

Cruise from Port Lympia to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and Villefranche Bay with a French or English-speaking guide such as Leo, Jean-Baptiste, or Paul. Swim and snorkel from the boat, share wine and homemade Niçois food, then watch sunset over the Mediterranean.

“What a fun outing! Jean Baptiste was engaging, funny, and informative. We enjoyed swimming near Villefranche and then watching the sun set near the port of Nice.”

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2.Sunset Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 120 reviews · 3h 30m · from $102

Spend 210 minutes walking from Place Massena through Old Nice, tasting local specialties at four or more stops. Expect socca, pissaladière, cheese, olive oil, chocolate, wine, and ice cream, with guides such as Isabelle, Leo, and Rachel adding food and city history.

“The tour was so great - a lot of food and interesting history and culture mixed in. Highly recommend!”

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3.Monaco & Monte-Carlo by night

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 100 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $78

Leave Nice at 7:30 p.m. for a small-group evening trip to Monaco and Monte-Carlo. You’ll stop on the Moyenne Corniche, explore Monaco’s old town, visit the casino area, and ride the full Formula 1 circuit. Guides such as Matt, Igor, and Giorgi have earned praise, but pickup and driving can be inconsistent.

“Terrible, no one came to pick me up, I waited over 1 hour, the local agency did not answer either the phone or email.”

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4.Nice Sunset Food Tour – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 77 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $96

Start near Place Masséna at 5 pm and spend about three and a half hours tasting Niçoise specialties at five stops. Expect chocolate, olive oil, barbajuan, cheese, wine, tapenade, socca, and pissaladière, with guides such as Leo, Lena, Vanessa, and Patricia sharing food and city stories in English and French.

“The tour was a lot of fun. The wide variety of tasting experiences - sweets, cheeses, wine, and local specialities - and the tidbits of Nicoise history made for a wonderful trip. Vanessa was an enthusiastic and considerate tour guide who accommodated our mobility needs and shared her love for her city with us. The many proprietors on our trip were also excellent.”

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5.Sunset Bliss: Boat Excursion with Aperitif on French Riviera

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $66

Set out from Nice for a two-hour evening cruise past Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and Villefranche-sur-Mer. You’ll enjoy local snacks, wine, music, and a sunset stop in the Bay of Angels. Guides such as JB and Leo add local details, while the small boat carries no more than 12 people.

“Leo was a great pilot and host of this trip. He is a lot of fun and a very skilled pilot. Although there were some thrill rides, I felt safe. He plays good music and it was a very enjoyable experience”

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6.Private Sunset Tour on Solar Powered Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 1h 20m · from $172Top rated

Take a private 80-minute solar boat cruise from Beaulieu-sur-Mer with an English or French-speaking guide. See Villa Kerylos, Villa Ephrussi Rothschild, La Réserve, and Royal Riviera, then try steering the license-free boat under supervision.

“William was professional, friendly, and knowledgable about the area. The views and sunset were incredible. The solar boat was clean and nice. We didn't realize how slow it went and we would just go around the bay. If you're looking for a calm, relaxing ride in the bay this will be perfect.”

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7.Monaco by Night Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Join guide Mago for a four-hour private evening tour from Nice or Villefranche-sur-Mer. Visit medieval Eze, Monaco’s Prince’s Palace, the Formula 1 circuit, and Monte Carlo Casino, with a Mercedes minivan, local stories, and time to tailor the night to your interests.

“A very good informative and must do trip. Mago was kind and full of knowledge. Told us about history, we discussed local good, geography, a free flowing conversation making the whole experience really interesting”

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8.Sunset trip kayak tour in the gulf of Saint-Tropez

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 20 reviews · 2 hours · from $82

Set out from southern Pampelonne Beach with a French or English-speaking guide, paddle toward Cap Camarat, stop for a swim, then watch the sun set with wine or a soft drink. Julian and Matteo have been praised for making the two-hour outing fun and informative.

“This was brilliant! Loved every second. We did this as a group with varied abilities and ages (14-50) and we all felt like it was suited to us. The two hours flew by and the guides Julian and Matteo were fun and informative. Would definitely recommend!”

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9.French Riviera Sunset Cruise – New Excursion for 2024!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $137

Join Conor for a three-hour sunset cruise from Villeneuve-Loubet. Sail past Cap d’Antibes, hear stories about Riviera villas, wildlife, history, and legends, then anchor for swimming or music, drinks, snacks, and sunset views. The boat carries no more than 10 people.

“This was one of the best tours we have ever booked. Conor and his crew were friendly, welcoming, and communicated well. They showed great attention to detail onboard the ship for both comfort and safety. We could tell Conor truly wanteRead more”

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10.Sunset Private Boat Tour In Nice

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Join Captain George for a private sunset cruise from Port Lympia in Nice. Over about four hours, you’ll see the Promenade des Anglais, Villefranche-sur-Mer, and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat from the water, with city lights, historic sights, beaches, and a chance of spotting dolphins.

“George is the perfect captain! He is very accommodating and entertaining. The views are exceptional. It was a treat to be surrounded by such beauty and to be able to learn the history of one of the best places on earth. Thank you George!”

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11.5-Hrs Private Monte-Carlo Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews

Travel privately from Nice to Monaco after dark with a driver-guide, hotel pickup, and time for the old town, Port Hercule, and Monte Carlo. You can add Èze and stop above Villefranche-sur-Mer. Plan for smart-casual clothes, walking, and your own meal or casino spending.

“The tour guide was not waiting for us where we were told the meeting would be. We also told her that we don’t want to walk a lot but she made us walk constantly.”

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