Explore Nice at your own pace with a city-exploration game. Solve quizzes, learn fun facts, and visit 10 iconic locations. Download now!
- Basilique Notre-Dame de l’Assomption - Constructed between 1864 and 1868, the Basilica of Notre-Dame stands as the largest church in Nice.
- Square Ηead - The Square Head is a contemporary, avant-garde sculpture that also functions as a building.
Created by French artist Sacha Sosno along with architects Yves Bayard and Francis Chapus, it depicts a massive human head with a cube-shaped top.
The sculpture measures 30 meters (98 feet) in height and 14 meters (46 feet) in width.
- Place Garibaldi - This square is named after Giuseppe Garibaldi, the Italian general and national hero who was instrumental in the unification of Italy.
Garibaldi was born in Nice.
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Cathedrale Sainte-Reparate - This cathedral is dedicated to Saint Reparata, the patron saint of Nice, whose relics were brought to the city in the 9th century.
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Place Massena - Place Masséna is famous for its architecture and the large fountain featuring a statue of Apollo.
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Opéra de Nice - This Opera House was designed by architect François Aune with the help of Charles Garnier, who also designed the renowned Paris Opera House.
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Promenade des Anglais - The Promenade des Anglais, often simply called “La Prom,” was built in the early 19th century.
It was financed by the English aristocracy who visited Nice during the winter, hence the name “Promenade of the English.”
- Colline du Château - Castle Hill was the site of Nice’s original settlement and housed a castle and military citadel built in the 11th century.
The castle served as a strategic military fortress until it was demolished by the French army of Louis XIV in 1706.
- Port Lympia - The harbor boasts a rich history dating back to the 18th century.
It was built under the orders of King Charles Emmanuel III of Sardinia and has been vital to the economic and social development of Nice.
The port’s name, “Lympia,” comes from a nearby river that was used to fill the basin.
- Exploration activity on your phone (Android & iOS apps, or on your browser)
- Quizzes and guides with info about each monument
- Available in: English, French, German & Spanish
- A personal guide (this activity is accessible on your smartphone)
- This is not an audio tour
You’re looking for a fun way to explore the city at your own pace? Then, this city-exploration game is made for you! You’ll entertain all your group with interesting questions, while still teaching them fun facts about the city. Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help… Help him solve quizzes to gather as many points as possible. With this activity, you will be guided through the following 10 locations: Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, Basilica of Notre-Dame, Tête Carrée, Garibaldi Square, Cathedral of Saint Reparata, Masséna Square, Opera, Promenade des Anglais, Colline du Château, and Port Lympia. Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to a fun mission, multiple quizzes, as well as city guides about each monument. So, are you ready to explore Nice?
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