Excursions and guided tours for an unforgettable holiday in Menton

Enjoy your holidays in Menton exploring the Cote d’Azur. Your seaside 3-star hotel offers the perfect conditions to relax and fully enjoy your stay in Menton. Take advantage of your holiday to discover the city, or to travel to Italy or Monaco.

Our Kiosk service keeps you updated on all the guided tours and trips organised Menton’s Tourist Office, to discover the region. There is nothing better than a passionate guide to discover this region !

During your holiday in Menton, be amazed by all the treasures of the Riviera

Visit the town, its museums and gardens, enjoy the events which bring Menton to life – you will have plenty of choice when it comes to activities on the Cote d’Azur. If you’re staying in Menton between February and March, don’t miss the Lemon Festival !

Throughout the year, take advantage of our Information Kiosk to organise your stay.

Guided tours & excursions departing from Menton : some examples of places to discover in our beautiful region

  • Oceanographic Museum of Monaco
  • Villa Rothschild
  • Villa Kerylos
  • Boat trip departing from the Vieux Port (during peak season)
  • Double-decker bus discovery of Monaco

A few examples of excursions suggested by the Tourism Office departing from Menton

The crowds descend on the market, filled with colourful bargains… but nearby, the peace and quiet of the countryside await for an Italian meal and a visit to the Ligurian village of Dolceacqua which has retained its medieval character.

Discovery of the principality of Moncao : The Rock of Monaco, the cathedral, the Changing of the Guard at the Prince’s Palace and lunch in the old town. In the afternoon, visit the renowned famous Oceanographic Museum.

The most picturesque route of the train line where tunnels and viaducts come one after another. Lunch in a village inn. In the afternoon, explore Entrevaux, a town fortified by Vauban: its cathedral, its bread oven, its narrow streets… with some gourmet tasting sessions available, too.

Travel around the Baie des Milliardaires with a coach and stop off at the Plateau de la Garoupe, to enjoy a breathtaking panorama and visit the Fishermen’s Chapel, a chapel for local fishermen.. In Cannes, discover Le Suquet neighbourhood and its splendid viewpoint over the celebrity’s city before visiting la Croisette and the Palais des Festivals.

Close to the Italian Riviera, explore Dolceacqua, a small village in Liguria which has retained its medieval feel. Then, experience a “multimedia” journey over 4 seasons in the Nervia valley. Spectators will be transported, finding out about the lesser-known aspects of nature and human achievement: a multi-sensory experience with 3D images, smells and music which combine to create a marvellous crescendo.

Having followed the Promenade des Anglais towards Eze, the eagle’s nest of the Cote d’Azur, visit this amazing medieval village with its narrow streets, lined with craft shops. Then visit a perfumery. As part of this excursion, your route will include the 3 Corniches (3 Cliffs) where you will enjoy superb panoramas.

Passing through the lower valley, arrive at the Pont du Loup to visit to a traditional confectionery. Then, having crossed the beautifully green canyons, visit the village of Gourdon: panoramic views and narrow streets, lined with shops selling spun glass and local art. In Grasse, visit a perfume factory.

After crossing the bay of Cannes by boat, you’ll arrive on Ile Sainte Marguerite, a perfect combination of nature, culture and relaxation. As soon as you dock, you’ll be struck by the scent of pines and eucalyptus and by a feeling of space. Visit the Royal Fort: the barracks, the chapel, the Bazaine terrace and the sea museum will educate visitors about the history of the place and the Man in the Iron Mask’s cell. You’ll then have some free time to enjoy the natural surroundings, filled with different plant species.

From Imperia, you will follow the Italian Riviera as you discover the beautiful Italian seaside. Then enjoy some free time in San Remo before returning to Menton along the coast.

Enjoy the orca show in the creatures’ new and unique glass tank and witness the power and the grace of these predators. Admire the dolphins’ incredible intelligence and acrobatics – they never stop wanting to play! Don’t miss the shark tunnel, the raptors’ flight, the jellyfish odyssey, the aquariums and the naval museum either.

On board the little tourist train, discover the principality of Monaco: the oceanographic museum, the cathedral, the Place du Palais, the port, Monte Carlo and its casino, the Grand Prix circuit. Then enjoy a guided visit of Le Rocher, Monaco’s old town, and some free time.

Sightseeing tour by coach of the main monuments and neighbourhoods of the city. Following the Promenade du Paillon, arrive at Cimiez to visit the monastery, the olive grove and the Roman ruins there. Then enjoy a guided visit in Nice’s old town, through its narrow streets with their Mediterranean charm.

With a sumptuous coastal route with commentary lasting about an hour, sit back and enjoy the charms of the water. From the Cap de Nice to the Promenade des Anglais, including the famous bay of Villefranche, you will be amazed by the incredible scenery, filled with splendid buildings and magnificent villas.

Visit the famous medieval village of Saint Paul and discover its narrow streets, lined with craft shops.

Visit the highest village on the European coast. At an altitude of 700m, you can enjoy a superb panoramic view. You will be charmed by its narrow streets and its parish church. Then enjoy a snack at the village inn.

In Tourrettes-sur-Loup, visit a violet farm, the village’s main product: discover the greenhouses and the history of this activity. Then enjoy a guided tour of the picturesque village of Tourrettes-sur-Loup: the narrow streets, the panoramic views, the belfry…

Discover Villa Kerylos, a reconstruction of a Greek villa from Pericles’ time, in the heart of the Baie des Fourmis: marble columns, mosaics, antique furniture and more.

Visit this villa, where the Baroness combined exoticism, creativity and the finest collections of art, furniture, tapestries, porcelains, bronze statues and paintings. Visit the nine gardens: the Spanish garden, the stone garden, the Florentine garden, the Japanese garden, the rose garden, the Provençal garden, the exotic garden, the garden de Sèvres and the French garden, which has musical water features which put on a show every 10 minutes.

You can admire Villa Santo Sospir in St Jean Cap Ferrat. Cocteau was invited there in 1949 by his friend Francine Weisweiller and transformed the villa into a vast workshop, decorating it with frescoes and mosaics. Then return to Menton along the French Riviera via the cliffs.