Menton Walking Tour: History, Lemon and Local Flavors

Duration2h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

Discover Menton with Victor, your local Guide. Explore the old town, its history, its architecture, and its traditions through stories and anecdotes.

During the tour, discover the emblematic places of Menton, its most beautiful historic buildings, and the best viewpoints for taking magnificent photographs.

Go back in time to medieval Menton and discover how the city and region have evolved over the centuries. Through anecdotes and astonishing, sometimes even frightening, stories, discover another Menton.

Discover how Menton went from a small medieval town to a renowned tourist destination on the French Riviera, known as the "Pearl of France."

What's included

Guided walking tour in Menton
Children aged 10 and over are welcome, under parental supervision!
Excursion adapted to the pace of your group

Transfer to/DE the meeting point
Possible entrance tickets
Personal expenses

What to expect

Musee du Bastion
Pass by

We will discover the Bastion, an ancient fortress built in the 17th century to protect the city. Now EN museum, this EN-t monum by DE marinas offers magnificent views of the bay and bears witness to the rich past DE Menton.
Marche des Halles de Menton
20m

We will enter the Point of Sale DE Halles, the beating heart of Menton for over a century. You will discover its typical architecture and the lively atmosphere of the colorful stalls. I will introduce you to the local products – fruits, vegetables, cheeses and Mediterranean specialties – that make DE city’s gastronomic wealth.
Basilica St. Michel
30m

Version “single passage / exterior discovery”

“We will go up to St. Michael’s Basilica, a baroque masterpiece overlooking the old town. You will admire its monumental facade, its famous courtyard to host summer concerts and the breathtaking views of the Mediterranean. »
or
Version “with inside visit”

“We will visit St. Michael’s Basilica, a baroque jewel of the 17th century. You will discover its richly decorated interior, its side chapels and its impressive nave. I will tell you its history and its importance in the religious and cultural life DE Menton. »
EN dependences DE l'ouverture DE la Basilica
Plage des Sablettes
30m

We will stop at Plage DEs Sablettes, one of the most beautiful in Menton. DE this emblematic place, you will enjoy a spectacular view of the colorful old town, ideal for taking beautiful souvenir photos.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Find your guide in front of the Bastion of Menton (Jean Cocteau Museum), at the entrance of the Old Port of Menton.
He will wait for you with a sign bearing the logo "Steps & Stories - Guide to Menton and the Côte d'Azur" so that he can be easily identified.

End point

Find your guide in front of the Bastion of Menton (Jean Cocteau Museum), at the entrance of the Old Port of Menton.
He will wait for you with a sign bearing the logo "Steps & Stories - Guide to Menton and the Côte d'Azur" so that he can be easily identified.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
From Menton station, you can reach the meeting point by taking the city center shuttle (about every 20 minutes, €1 per trip). Get off at the "Bastion" or "Point of Sale" stop.
Children remain under the responsibility of their parents or guardians
Recommended age to fully enjoy the visit: 10 years and older
From the age of 10, children are included in the group calculation (maximum 8 people)
The visit is entirely on foot; bring comfortable shoes
Remember to bring water, a hat, and sun protection in the summer
The visit is maintained in case of good weather as well as cloudy skies.
Attention, the route has stairs and sloped alleys, not suitable for strollers or people with reduced mobility.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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