Old town & heritage
Warm-coloured façades, winding steps and views across the bay: discover Menton on foot and leave time for breaks on the climbs.
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Your Menton travel guide.
Your guide to visiting Menton: colourful streets, seaside gardens and places to savour on the French Riviera.
Explore Menton ↓Sea air, garden paths and time to wander.
Between Monaco and the Italian border, Menton rewards a slower kind of exploring. Wander up through the old town, return to the water at Les Sablettes, then make time for a terrace or a garden. A few thoughtful stops can make a more enjoyable day than an overfilled itinerary.
Love Menton brings together places to explore and practical details to help you shape your stay. Start with whatever catches your eye, then open a dedicated guide for more detail. Whether you are travelling as a couple, with children or on your own, there is room to make the day yours.
Where will you begin?
Beaches & the Mediterranean
From Les Sablettes to a stroll along the seafront, find a stretch of coast that suits the atmosphere and facilities you are looking for.
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Gardens & green escapes
Leave space in your plans for a garden visit. Check opening days and any booking requirements before setting out.
Explore the guide: Gardens & green escapes →Make the stay your own.
One day in Menton
Start in the old town, walk down to Les Sablettes and allow time for lunch. Our itineraries help you bring a day together without constant journeys between stops.
Find an itinerary →A few days on the Riviera
Mix gardens, museums and walks. For a day out, explore ideas for Monaco, nearby villages or Italy, and check your transport options for the journey back.
Explore nearby places →Visiting with children
Choose short outings, regular breaks and activities that suit your children’s ages. The sloping lanes and steps need a little planning if you have a pushchair.
Plan a family outing →All your Menton guides
The little details that make a day easier.
Before you set out, check transport options and find somewhere for your bags if you arrive before check-in. Opening hours, prices and availability can change: confirm details with the venue. Whether you need lunch, a few groceries or a pharmacy, keep the practical guides close at hand.
Plan the practical details →Before you visit Menton
How many days do you need in Menton?
One day gives you time for the old town and seafront. Two or three days allow more space for gardens, museums and unhurried breaks, depending on your interests.
Can you visit Menton without a car?
You can explore the centre and seafront on foot. Trains and buses are useful for arriving and visiting nearby places. Check current timetables and bear in mind the steep streets in the old town.
What can you do in Menton when it rains?
Browse the museums, covered markets and restaurants in our guides. Check opening times before you go; some visits may need advance booking.
When is a good time to visit?
Spring and autumn suit walking and exploring; summer is a natural choice for a beach-focused stay. In winter, check the Fête du Citron programme and arrange accommodation ahead if your visit overlaps with the event.