Nice: Electric Bike Taxi Tour Old Town, Promenade & Flower Market

Summary

Old Town colors, sea air and flower scents on a relaxed Nice ride

You’ll glide through Nice in an electric bike taxi with a local guide—no effort needed—taking in Old Town’s narrow streets, tasting socca at Place Rossetti, breathing in lavender at Cours Saleya Flower Market, and pausing for sea views atop Castle Hill. Expect laughter, real stories, and plenty of photo stops along the Promenade des Anglais—plus hotel pickup so you start relaxed.

What’s the experience like?

“You want to see the real Nice? Hop in,” our guide grinned, patting the seat of this bright yellow bike taxi. I didn’t expect to feel so much like a kid again — legs tucked up, wind in my face as we zipped past Place Massena with its red facades and those odd statues staring down from their poles (our guide called them “the seven continents,” which sounded poetic). The city just feels different when you’re not worrying about traffic or where to park. We rolled past fountains and the Apollo statue — apparently there’s some controversy about his size, but I’ll let you ask your own questions.

The best part for me was winding through Nice Old Town. The streets got narrower, voices echoing off pastel walls, someone shouting “socca!” from a bakery window. Our guide (I think her name was Camille?) insisted we try it — hot chickpea pancake, crispy at the edges. I burned my tongue a little but honestly didn’t care. She told us stories about families who’ve lived here for generations; you could hear pride in her voice, especially talking about Place Rossetti and the cathedral bells that ring out over the ice cream shop. There was a smell of lavender somewhere near Cours Saleya Flower Market — not overpowering, just enough to make me pause.

We stopped whenever something caught our eye: old men playing pétanque near Garibaldi Square, kids chasing pigeons by the fountain. On Castle Hill, Camille pointed out Cap Ferrat shimmering in the distance (she called it “the rich people’s peninsula” with a wink). The view over the Bay of Angels is… well, let’s just say my phone photos don’t do it justice. I still think about that blue — it’s not like anywhere else in Europe.

The whole thing took about an hour but felt longer in a good way — maybe because we kept stopping for photos or just to listen to street musicians on Quai des États-Unis. There was WiFi onboard (which my partner loved), but honestly I barely touched my phone except for pictures. We finished back at Place Massena with sticky fingers from ice cream and a head full of stories. If you’re looking for a day trip around Nice that doesn’t feel rushed or too touristy — yeah, this is it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Electric bike tour of Nice highlights

• Start at Place Massena
• Visit Fountain Apollo
• Explore Old Nice streets
• Taste azzurro ice cream or socca
• See Opera House facades
• Walk through Flower Market
• Stop at courthouse Palais de Justice
• Visit Rossetti Square and Sainte Réparate Cathedral
• Walk along Quai des Etats Unis
• Pass Memorial of the two wars
• Climb Castle Hill for views
• Explore Port Lympia harbor
• Visit Place Garibaldi
• Pass Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
• Walk Paillon promenade and Promenade des Arts
• See Massena High School
• Return via Promenade des Anglais
• Cross Avenue Verdun luxury boutiques
• Stop at Place Magenta
• End tour at Place Massena

Top questions

How long does the electric bike taxi tour in Nice last?

The tour lasts approximately one hour from pickup to drop-off.

Is hotel pickup included for this Nice bike taxi tour?

Yes, pickup and return to your hotel or apartment are included.

Can you stop for photos during the tour?

Yes, you can stop at any time to take photos wherever you like.

What main sights are covered on this day trip around Nice?

You’ll see Place Massena, Old Town (Vieux Nice), Cours Saleya Flower Market, Castle Hill, Garibaldi Square and Promenade des Anglais.

Is this tour accessible for wheelchairs or strollers?

Yes, transportation options are wheelchair accessible and infants can ride in strollers.

Are local specialties included during the tour?

You’ll have chances to taste socca or ice cream from local shops during stops like Place Rossetti or Cours Saleya Market.

Does the bike taxi have WiFi onboard?

Yes, there is WiFi available onboard during your ride.

Will there be commentary or guidance during the tour?

Your guide provides live commentary on board; multilingual audio guides are also available.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation by comfortable electric bike taxi with hotel pickup and return; live commentary from a friendly local guide (or multilingual audio); WiFi onboard; plenty of stops for photos; plus time to taste Niçoise specialties like socca or ice cream along the way before finishing back at your starting point.