Port overview
Port of Nice at a glance
Gateway to the French Riviera.
Our AIS tracking recorded 61 cruise ship calls at Port of Nice since Jul 2026, about 4.4 a week, from 16 cruise lines. The busiest lines are Norwegian Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Ponant.
- In port now
- 2
- Ship calls, since Jul 2026
- 61
- Ships seen
- 24
- Cruise lines seen
- 16
- Port type
- Port of Call
- Time zone
- Central European Time
- Annual passengers
- 500,000
- Max ship length
- 340 m
- UN/LOCODE
- FRNIC
- Also known as
- Villefranche-sur-Mer
Facilities
- Shopping
- Hotels Nearby
- Taxi Available
Cruises from Port of Nice from $4,259
Live data
2 In Port Now
Live positions updated 10 minutes ago
Ship calls, since Jul 2026
Who calls here most
Ships
- Norwegian EpicNorwegian Cruise Line12 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Star ClipperStar Clippers6 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Silver ShadowSilversea Cruises5 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Le Dumont-d'UrvillePonant5 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Celebrity EquinoxCelebrity Cruises4 calls in the since Jul 2026
- EXPLORA IExplora Journeys4 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Queen VictoriaCunard3 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Celebrity XcelCelebrity Cruises3 calls in the since Jul 2026
Shore excursions
Things to do in Nice
Tours and activities near Port of Nice, bookable ahead of your port day.
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Where to stay
Hotels near Port of Nice
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FAQ
Questions about Port of Nice
What cruise ships visit Port of Nice?
Port of Nice is visited by cruise ships from major cruise lines throughout the year. You can see which ships are currently near Port of Nice and recent arrivals on the port's live tracking page at /ports/nice.
Where is Port of Nice located?
Port of Nice is located in Nice, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France.
What is the best time to visit Port of Nice?
The best time to visit Port of Nice depends on the cruise season for Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur. Check the seasonality page at /ports/nice/seasonality for month-by-month ship visit data and peak travel periods.
What shore excursions are available at Port of Nice?
Port of Nice offers a variety of shore excursions including guided tours, cultural experiences, and outdoor adventures. Popular activities in Nice include sightseeing, local cuisine tours, and historical site visits. You can also book excursions independently through platforms like Klook and Viator.
How do I get from Port of Nice to Nice?
From Port of Nice, you can reach Nice by taxi, public transport, or shuttle services. Taxi services operate from the cruise terminal. Many cruise lines also offer shuttle services into town.
