Jeanne Oliver’s projects center around sharing her deep knowledge of the French Riviera with independent travelers, through writing, digital media, and immersive experiences.
Nice Uncovered Book
Jeanne is the author of Nice Uncovered: Walks Through the Secret Heart of a Historic City, a book of seven step-by-step walking tours designed to lead curious visitors into the city’s hidden corners. Jeanne found new details and stories to illuminate the tangled past of Nice's famous Old Town but also takes readers through lesser-known neighborhoods, rich in history, architecture and local culture.
Well-written and just bursting with facts and details that make the history and legends of the city come to life. I've visited the city several times, but not with this guide. Reading this makes me want to go back and visit again - but this time with all these fascinating details to hand, so I can discover the hidden gems I clearly missed last time!
-Janine Marsh, The Good Life France
Here's Jeanne at a recent book-signing at Massena Around the World bookshop in Nice:
Audio Tours
Jeanne’s narrated self-guided audio tours for voicemap.me provide an on-demand experience of Nice and the French Riviera. Designed for independent travelers who want to discover Nice at their own pace, these tours combine storytelling, local history, and clear navigation cues. Currently available:
The Best of Nice's Old Town: Highlights, Legends and Secret Spots
This 90-minute tour guides you through the labyrinthine streets of the Old Town, pointing out the major churches, museums and markets as well lesser-known sites that make Nice's history come alive.
Navigating Nice’s Belle Epoque: A Guide to the UNESCO Heritage City
From the Promenade des Anglais through the prestigious Carré d'Or neighborhood, this 90-minute tour reveals the stunning parks, gardens and architecture that have made Nice the pride of the Riviera.
Websites
Jeanne is the founder and writer behind four travel websites that she actively maintains:
FrenchRivieraTraveller.com, a travel guide and blog offering practical tips, cultural insights, and event coverage across the Côte d’Azur.
Riviera-Beaches.com, a curated beach guide dedicated to the sun-soaked coastline from Menton to St-Tropez.
NiceUncovered.com, a companion to Jeanne's book with photos and maps of the neighborhoods, information on Jeanne's tours and a blog that highlights news about Nice's heritage.
GlobalTravellerBlog, a travel journal that recounts Jeanne's voyages beyond the Riviera.