The 6 Dining Experiences in Nice Worth a Riviera Day

Viator Exclusive: Local Cooking Class & Dinner with View of Nice - The view and the company are part of the meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 213 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $139Our pick

Join hosts Rebecca and Laurent at 6:30 pm for a three-hour, hands-on cooking class and dinner in their Nice home, with views toward the sea and herbs and produce from the garden. Make simple French Mediterranean dishes, then eat together. The group is capped at 12, and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

“I did this cooking class with a friend while on vacation. I would absolutely come back and do it again. Very well organized and the food and drinks were great! The host was lovely, we a actually we to his home to cook. His wife was great and their home was beautiful. 10/10 :)”

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Half Day Afternoon Walking Food Tour with Dinner

2.Half Day Afternoon Walking Food Tour with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 165 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $181Top rated

Start at 5 pm with a guide such as Ally, Ana, or Janelle, then spend about four hours tasting Niçoise foods and French wine around Old Town. The route includes Place Rossetti, the Opera area, Cours Saleya, and a sit-down tasting dinner. Expect at least nine tastings, a group capped at 12, and plenty of food.

“Ally was a great guide! Very knowledgeable of wine and food as well as the history of Nice. We tasted many amazing local specialties that I would never have known to try. Highly recommend the tour. Everyone should go.”

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Nice : Dinner at Sea on a Maxi Catamaran – Villefranche, Cap Ferrat

3.Dinner at Sea on a Maxi Catamaran – Villefranche, Cap Ferrat

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 29 reviews · 3h 30m · from $116

Join the crew of the French-made maxi catamaran Mayba at Nice harbor for a 3.5-hour evening sail. Watch the coast change color at sunset, then anchor near Villefranche-sur-Mer or Saint-Jean Cap Ferrat for an aperitif, buffet dinner and included drinks. The crew speaks French and English. The route depends on weather and local rules.

“Très bon accueil, bonne ambiance et service impeccable, une experience unique !”

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Dinner in the Vineyard French Riviera

4.Dinner in the Vineyard French Riviera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $268

Near Nice, this three-hour vineyard experience pairs wine tasting and a cellar visit with a seasonal meal among vines and old olive trees. Hosts such as Andra and George, winemakers including Manuel or Luz, and chef Maria may lead the evening. The vineyard changes by date, and music, live cooking and art depend on the group size or schedule.

“The vineyard is absolutely beautiful! The owners were incredibly kind and knowledgeable about not only their wines but this history of wine, generally. My only complaint is the organization of the tasting/dinner. We arrived just before 5, as the posted event showed a 5p start. However, we received a message from the organizer that it was 5:30. In an abundance of caution, we decided to go earlier. But, we didn’t start the wine tasting until almost 7p as we were waiting for someone else to join us. Unfortunately, we did unexpectedly need to leave ahead of the dinner portion but the owner was very kind and offered us to take…”

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Dinner in the vineyard French Riviera

5.Dinner in the vineyard French Riviera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3h 30m · from $329

Spend about three and a half hours at a vineyard in the Nice area, Saint-Tropez, Sainte-Maxime, or possibly Italy. A chef cooks a three-course meal on site, and your host leads a wine tasting and masterclass. Andra and her team organize the event; live music is available for groups of eight or more. Transport is not included.

“What a lovely setting, with delicious food, great wine, and interesting conversation with new friends. This is such a great way to relax and learn about the culture. Andra and her team organized a delightful evening with a talented acoustic musician to create a wonderful atmosphere.”

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3-Course Organic Dinner in Garden with Views of French Riviera

6.3-Course Organic Dinner in Garden with Views of French Riviera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $114Best value

Join host Marie-Christine in her home in the hills above Nice for an evening three-course Niçoise dinner made with fresh, seasonal produce, much of it from the garden. Wine is included, dietary needs can be discussed in advance, and the meal is shared in a small group with views of Nice and the sea.

“This is a must do as you sit on a lovely patio with the most amazing view of Nice, France. Marie is a most gracious hosts and was very amenable to those of us with allergies. A special treat for those of you wanting a nice at home dinner experience in Nice.”

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The 6 Dining Experiences in Nice Worth a Riviera Day

Viator Exclusive: Local Cooking Class & Dinner with View of Nice

1.Viator Exclusive: Local Cooking Class & Dinner with View of Nice

Half Day Afternoon Walking Food Tour with Dinner

2.Half Day Afternoon Walking Food Tour with Dinner

Nice : Dinner at Sea on a Maxi Catamaran – Villefranche, Cap Ferrat

3.Dinner at Sea on a Maxi Catamaran – Villefranche, Cap Ferrat

Dinner in the Vineyard French Riviera

4.Dinner in the Vineyard French Riviera

Dinner in the vineyard French Riviera

5.Dinner in the vineyard French Riviera

3-Course Organic Dinner in Garden with Views of French Riviera

6.3-Course Organic Dinner in Garden with Views of French Riviera

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