MENTON, GUIDED TOUR

Discover Menton, the town where the French Riviera meets the Italian Mediterranean, a place where history, art and subtropical gardens blend into an elegant and timeless atmosphere. The guided tour begins along the lively seafront before leading into the charming streets of the historic centre, a maze of stairways, small squares and pastel-coloured houses reflecting centuries of Ligurian and French influences. Walking through the picturesque old town, you will reach the Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel, the city's iconic landmark, overlooking one of the most spectacular viewpoints on the Riviera. The tour continues to the Old Harbour, where Menton's maritime heritage is still very much alive, before visiting the covered market, the perfect place to discover the aromas, flavours and local products of Provençal and Mediterranean traditions. The walk also explores Menton's transformation during the Belle Époque, when European aristocrats, artists and writers chose the town as an elegant winter resort thanks to its exceptionally mild climate throughout the year. Menton is also famous for the Fête du Citron, one of the most spectacular events on the French Riviera. Every year, between February and March, the town comes alive with magnificent citrus sculptures, colourful parades and impressive floats decorated with thousands of lemons and oranges.

Not to be missed

• Explore the historic old town with its panoramic stairways and ochre- and pastel-coloured façades
• Visit the Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel and its stunning square overlooking the sea
• Discover the covered market, the vibrant heart of everyday life in Menton
• Admire the elegant Belle Époque architecture and the lush subtropical gardens

Included

• Services of a licensed professional tour guide

Optional

• Entrance and guided visit to the Jean Cocteau Museum
• Visit to the botanical gardens
• Tasting of local specialities and citrus-based products.

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