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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
Meeting and pickup
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.
Itinerary
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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.
Admission ticket free -
1Marche des Halles de Menton
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.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Basilica St. Michel
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
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Plage des Sablettes
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
Additional info
- 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.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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