I stayed in Nice while exploring the French Riviera, and from the beginning I knew I wanted to visit Menton. I’d seen photos of the colorful Old Town for years, and it looked exactly like the kind of place I’d love. It ended up being one of my favorite villages on the French Riviera. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to get there. Menton is only around 40 minutes from Nice by train, which makes it one of the easiest day trips you can do while staying in the city. I visited Menton for the day, explored the Old Town, walked along the beach, got lost in the little streets…

If you’re planning to spend a few days in Menton, don’t just stay there the whole time. As much as I loved Menton, one of the best things about it is actually its location. You’re right on the French-Italian border, just minutes from Monaco and within easy reach of some of the most beautiful places on the French Riviera. Most of these day trips from Menton are incredibly easy to do by train, but you can also drive or book a guided tour if you’d rather not organize everything yourself. Whether you’re looking for glamorous Monaco, colorful villages like Èze, beautiful beaches or even a quick trip into Italy, there…

When I planned my trip to the French Riviera, one of the questions I kept asking myself was: how many days in Menton do I actually need? I ended up visiting Menton on a day trip from Nice, and after spending a few hours exploring the village, I felt like I had a pretty good idea of whether one day was enough or if it was worth staying longer. If you’re currently planning your own trip and wondering how many days you should spend in Menton, here’s what I’d personally recommend. How many days in Menton do you need? My Quick Answer For most people, one day in Menton is…

I spent years wanting to visit the French Riviera. Every time I saw photos of the colorful villages along the coast, I kept telling myself that one day I’d finally go. When I finally booked my trip, I stayed in Nice and used it as my base to explore the area. There are so many beautiful towns along the French Riviera that choosing where to go wasn’t easy, but I eventually decided to visit Menton—and I’m really glad I did. One thing I quickly realized is that getting from Nice to Menton is actually much easier than I expected. Whether you’re planning a quick day trip or thinking about spending…

I wanted to visit the French Riviera for years. Every time I saw photos of the colorful villages along the coast, I kept telling myself that one day I’d finally go. When I eventually planned my trip, I visited Menton during the summer, and the weather was exactly what I’d been hoping for: blue skies, sunshine, warm temperatures and people enjoying the beaches and outdoor cafés. If you’re wondering about the best time to visit Menton, the answer really depends on what you’re looking for. Whether you want beach weather, fewer crowds or cheaper prices, here’s what to expect throughout the year. Best time to visit Menton: My Quick Answer…

The small villages of the French Riviera had been on my bucket list for YEARS! After constantly delaying my trip to the south of France, I finally booked my flights to Nice. Since I’m on a mission to visit every country in the world, this time I chose Monaco as my next country. And yes, I wasn’t going to miss the chance to visit the beautiful villages of the French Riviera while I was there. I finally made that dream come true. In this guide I’ll answer the basic question: is Menton worth visiting? I’ll share my personal experience visiting Menton on a day trip from Nice, what I liked,…