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Day Trip from Nice to Èze and Monaco

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DO IT YOURSELF OR TOUR

For this day trip, there are different possibilities:

  • Do It Yourself
  • Tour (5h or 7/8h)
  • Electric Car Tour (7h)

ÈZE + MONACO

Without Car

Nice > Èze Village

  • 🚖 Uber
    🕓 25min
    🧭 Route

Èze Village > Monaco

  • 🚖 Uber
    🕓 20min
    🧭 Route

Monaco > Nice

Nice > Monaco

Monaco > Èze Village

  • 🚖 Uber from Beausoleil or Cap d’Ail
    🕓 20min
    🧭 Route

Èze Village > Nice

  • 🚖 Uber
    🕓 25min
    🧭 Route

Nice has 1 main train station
📍 Nice-Ville
and 2 secondary ones
📍 Nice Riquier
📍 Nice Saint-Augustin (Airport)

Monaco
📍 Monaco-Monte-Carlo

Èze
📍 
Èze

⚠️ Èze consists of two parts:

  • Èze Village, on a hilltop, which is the tourist destination
  • Èze-sur-Mer, at sea level with the train station.

To connect the two, there’s a hiking trail named the “Nietzsche Path” which is 2km (1.2mi) long with an elevation change of 350m (1150ft).

Uber doesn’t operate within Monaco, so you cannot use the app to request rides from inside the principality.
To use Uber, you’ll need to cross the border into France, either north into the village of Beausoleil or south into Cap-d’Ail.

You can still use Uber to reach Monaco from France.

By Car

Nice > Èze Village

Èze Village > Monaco

Monaco > Nice

Nice > Monaco

Monaco > Èze Village

Èze Village > Nice

Itinerary Idea

Nice > Èze Village > Monaco > Nice

🚕 Route to Èze Village by Uber

The Charming Village of Èze

Perched high up on a cliff, the village of Èze feels like something out of a postcard. You’ll wander through steep little medieval streets lined with stone houses, artisan workshops, and art galleries. It’s quiet, peaceful, and absolutely beautiful. Every few steps, you’ll spot an old doorway or a breathtaking view of the sea below. What makes it so special is how perfectly the old stone architecture blends with the lush greenery all around.

Exotic Garden and Panoramic Views

Where the old fortress walls once stood, there’s now the Exotic Garden of Èze, basically a balcony floating above the Mediterranean. It was created after WWII and has a crazy collection of cacti and succulents, mixed in with modern sculptures. The view is unreal, you get this sweeping panorama from Italy all the way to Saint-Tropez. On a clear day, you might even spot Corsica. It’s one of those places where you just stop and soak it all in.

Fragonard Perfume Factory

Down at the base of the village, you’ll find the Fragonard perfume factory. It’s bright, modern, and super welcoming. They offer free guided tours where you get to see how perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics are made. You’ll learn about everything from distilling to blending the scents, and get a feel for the old-school expertise behind it all. There’s also a shop where you can buy their products, perfect if you’re into fragrance or looking for a cool gift.

🥾 Hiking Down to Èze-sur-Mer Train Station
🚆 Route to Monaco by Train

🍴 Lunch

Start at the Casino Square

In Monaco, start at Casino Square, it’s iconic. You’ve got palm trees, luxury shops, fancy cars, and a nonstop show of tourists, high rollers, and people-watching galore. The Belle Époque architecture of the Monte Carlo Casino sets the mood right away, around here, everything screams elegance and over-the-top glam.

Explore the Casino

Step inside the casino and you’re instantly hit with gold, marble, and painted ceilings. It’s got this quiet, classy vibe, like something out of a James Bond movie. Don’t miss the Garnier Hall, which doubles as a concert venue, it’s a stunner. The casino itself mixes old-school salons with more modern gaming rooms. Even if you don’t play, the place is worth a visit just for the style and the history.

Finish with a Seaside Drink

To wrap up the day, head down to the water. Whether you’re below the Rock or near the harbor, you’ll find plenty of places for a drink by the sea. Go for a chic terrace or something more relaxed, either way the setting is unbeatable. Between the yachts, the evening light over the Med, and the sound of the waves, it’s the perfect way to end a day between Èze and Monaco.

🚆 Route to Nice by Train

TOUR ÈZE + MONACO
5 PROVIDER RECOMMENDATIONS

Overview Table

  Provider Name #️⃣ Prices from Group Size Duration Where to Book
1 Riviera Star
Tours
1.1
1.2
1.3
€75 /p
€590 /group
€930 /group
Max 8
Private (up to 8)
Private (up to 8)
5h
5h
9h
Viator‚ GetYourGuide
Viator
Viator‚ GetYourGuide
2 À la Française 2.1
2.2
€80 /p
€80 /p
Max 8
Max 8
5h (am)
5h (pm)
Viator‚ GetYourGuide
Viator‚ GetYourGuide
3 Liven Up 3.1 €90 /p Max 8 7h Viator‚ GetYourGuide
4 Tour Azur 4.1
4.2
4.3
€105 /p
€550 /group
€800 /group
Max 8
Private (up to 8)
Private (up to 8)
8h
5h
8h
Viator‚ GetYourGuide
Viator
Viator‚ GetYourGuide
5 UniqueTours
Riviera
5.1
5.2
€670 /group
€1070 /group
Private (up to 6)
Private (up to 6)
5h
8h
Viator
Viator
  • This type of tour usually mixes guided parts with free time.

1. Riviera Star Tours

#️⃣ 3 Options

#️⃣1.1

Price  €75 /person
Duration  5h
Group Size  Max 8

Book on Viator

Book on GetYourGuide

#️⃣1.2

Price  €590 /group
Duration  5h
Group Size  Private (up to 8)

Book on Viator

#️⃣1.3

Price  €930 /group
Duration  9h
Group Size Private (up to 8)

Book on Viator

Book on GetYourGuide

2. À la Française

#️⃣ 2 Options

#️⃣2.1

Price  €80 /person
Duration  5h – Morning
Group Size  Max 8

Book on Viator

Book on GetYourGuide

#️⃣2.2

Price  €80 /person
Duration  5h – Afternoon
Group Size  Max 8

Book on Viator

Book on GetYourGuide

3. Liven Up

#️⃣ 1 Option

#️⃣3.1

Price  €90 /person
Duration  7h
Group Size  Max 8

Book on Viator

Book on GetYourGuide

4. Tour Azur

#️⃣ 3 Options

#️⃣4.1

Price  €105 /person
Duration  8h
Group Size  Max 8

Book on Viator

Book on GetYourGuide

#️⃣4.2

Price  €550 /group
Duration  5h
Group Size  Private (up to 8)

Book on Viator

#️⃣4.3

Price  €800 /group
Duration  8h
Group Size   Private (up to 8)

Book on Viator

Book on GetYourGuide

5. UniqueTours Riviera

#️⃣ 2 Options

#️⃣5.1

Price  €670 /group
Duration  5h
Group Size  Private (up to 6)

Book on Viator

#️⃣5.2

Price  €1070 /group
Duration  8h
Group Size  Private (up to 6)

Book on Viator

ELECTRIC CAR TOUR EZE + MONACO
1 PROVIDER RECOMMENDATION

Best Road Trip

#️⃣ 1 Option

#️⃣1

Price  €400 /vehicle
Duration  7h
Group Size  Private

Book on Viator

Book on GetYourGuide

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