Old Town Menton Travel Guide
Monaco
Visit Old Town Menton
Popular places to visit
Cemetery of the Old Château
Walk uphill through Menton’s old town to a tranquil old cemetery with beautiful stonemasonry and magnificent views across the harbor toward the Italian border.
Circuit de Monaco
Every year, these winding city streets host the annual Monaco Grand Prix, said to be one of the toughest races in the Formula One calendar.
Casino Monte Carlo
Take a trip to the glamorous heart of Monaco, where you can try your luck with games or simply explore the palatial landmark.
Monaco Harbour
Walk along the oceanfront in Monte Carlo and see superyachts, glamorous casinos, historic cathedrals and celebrated museums.
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
Tour this opulent villa on the French Riviera, admire the exquisite interior and take a relaxing walk through the estate’s many exotic gardens.
Grimaldi Forum
The stylish multipurpose venue offers a varied program of theater, art and music and is one of Monte Carlo's most distinctive modern landmarks.
Things to do
Fragonard Eze: Perfume Making Class and Factory Tour
Monaco & Eze Small-Group Day Trip with Perfumery Visit from Nice
The best of French Riviera Full-Day from Nice Small-Group Tour
Monaco Formula 1 Circuit Self Guided Walking Tour with App
Top hotels in Old Town Menton
Le Meridien Nice
Wonderful stat and right in the heart.of everything
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Albert 1'er Hotel Nice, France
CLEAN ROOM, GARDEN VIEW WAS NOT AS EXPECTED. ROOM WAS JUST OVER A BUSY STREET, WHILE STREET NOISE WASN'T TERRIBLE YOU COULD HEAR THE MOTORBIKES THROUGHOUT THE NIGHT.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Fairmont Monte Carlo
Very clean spacious room with a fantastic view. The staff were very friendly helpful and efficient, partularly Chiara.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hôtel Vacances Bleues Le Royal
Great location. Beach is right across the hotel, lot of cafe and restaurants near by. Closest tram station is 10-12 mins walk, connecting to airport. Clean and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hotel West End Nice Promenade
The room is spotless and modern. The bed is comfortable and the concierge is great. The breakfast is a feast. The parking is behind the hotel building but not connected to the hotel so you have to take your luggage around the block. Love this hotel and the location.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Westminster Hotel & Spa Nice
Fantastic Hotel. Beautiful people. Perfect room.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Menton
Menton City Center
If you're spending some time in Menton City Center, Plage des Sablettes and Lucien Barriere Casino are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Roquebrune-Cap-Martin
While Old Town Roquebrune-Cap-Martin may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cabanon Le Corbusier and Carnoles Beach.
La Rousse
While La Rousse isn't home to many top sights, Circuit de Monaco and Le Metropole Shopping Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
L'Annonciade
When in L'Annonciade, you can plan a visit to Circuit de Monaco and Casino Cafe de Paris, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Les Plages
While Les Plages may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Circuit de Monaco and Casino Cafe de Paris.
Le Portier
While Le Portier may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Circuit de Monaco and Casino Cafe de Paris.
