​The French Riviera city of Nice is a scenic locale located right off the Mediterranean Sea. It also backs up to the French Alps mountain range, creating a unique location that’s always exciting to explore. Nice, France river cruises offer visitors the best of the French experience along with relaxing beaches, mountain vistas, and a bustling art scene.

French Alps mountains on the Nice skyline

Cruise to Nice, France on the Rhône River

For river voyagers, the city of Nice is a convenient beginning or end with cruises on Europe’s rivers. Nice is located near the end of the Rhône River, a waterway that takes travelers to a number of cities in France.

Other voyages on the Rhône include Lyon river cruises and even Paris river cruises, which is on an offshoot of the river. The Rhône can even include cruises to Switzerland, with Geneva river voyages being a popular destination.

While most commonly a destination for Rhône river voyages and other French river cruises, Nice is also a destination for cruises on the Mediterranean Sea. Its convenient location makes it perfect for a variety of trips. While it is an easy place to get to, Nice is much more. Surrounded by beauty on all sides, the city can’t be missed.

Visit Nice’s art scene with river voyages

Nice is a picturesque city that attracts many artists. It’s done so for centuries, bringing in awe-inspiring, gorgeous art that mirrors the city’s own beauty. Famous artists like Henri Matisse and Marc Chagall have lived and painted in Nice, helping to establish it as the hub for art it is today.

When visiting the city, travelers can explore a variety of museums hosting art from past and present artists. They’ll be able to find all kinds of works inspired by beautiful Nice. Here, we’ve listed a few of our favorite art museums in Nice

• Musée Matisse. This museum hosts many of the famed artist's works and details his life history.
• Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Nice. Known as the MAMAC in native French, this museum holds a large collection of modern art from Nice’s current artists.
• Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nice. Housed in a striking mansion, this art museum is home to a variety of historical works of art..
• Marc Chagall National Museum. A government-owned museum that holds several of March Chagall’s works created in his lifetime.

Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nice, France

While these are a few of our favorites in the city of Nice, there are many more great museums to visit. Whether you have all the time in the world or just a day in Nice, we recommend voyagers stop for at least one of the city’s art museums when in town.  ​

Mediterranean beach in Nice, France

Voyage to Nice’s beautiful beaches

The French Riviera -- also known as the Côte d'Azur -- has been a popular place for Europeans of many countries for centuries. Everyone from upper-class residents of the United Kingdom to Russian royalty has spent time in Nice, soaking up sun on its relaxing beaches. 

The beaches of Nice have long been a mainstay of tourism for the area, and it’s no wonder why. The moderate climate of the French Riviera makes Nice a perfect place for waterfront vacations and river cruises. In addition, the breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea extending to the foot of the French Alps can't be beat.

Matisse Museum in Nice, France

St. Nicholas Cathedral in Nice, France

Old Town street café, Nice, France

Place Massena town square in Nice, France

French Riviera streets in Nice, France

Preparing for Nice river voyages

Nice’s temperate weather ensures that travelers never have too cold a winter or too warm a summer. It’s perfect weather year round for the most part, but travelers should still bring a jacket or umbrella just in case. For the most part, visitors can expect to enjoy wonderful weather in the city. 

Nice, France is always a fantastic destination for port excursions. It’s one of the highest notes river voyagers can end their French river cruise on, and that’s why we always recommend Nice for those looking to relax on the beach, surrounded by beautiful sights.