Walking Tour of Nice & Villa Rothschild — Breathe in the lovely ambience of Nice, capital of the French Riviera, that inspired impressionist Henri Matisse. A variety of famous residents have found a home and inspiration here over the years. Join your local guide for a scenic coastal drive, pausing for a photo stop along the way. Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town, passing through Cours Saleya, the flower market immortalized in Matisse’s Festival of Flowers. You will also see the impressive Opéra de Nice and the Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate de Nice. After having lunch in Nice, drive along the dramatic winding road to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, home to some of the most sumptuous villas on the French Riviera. Arriving in this small enclave, visit Villa Rothschild, created to showcase Baroness Béatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild’s priceless art collection. After exploring the villa’s interior, take a stroll through its Spanish and Japanese gardens before returning to your ship.

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