It's easy to see all the interesting places in a small resort town. The main thing is to plan your route. Buy a map of Menton with names and descriptions of places of interest and get on your way!
The Basilica of Saint-Michel is a magnificent example of Baroque architecture. The church is famous for its rich interior decoration, pebble mosaics and beautiful frescoes on biblical themes. In August, a Chamber Music Festival is held on the square in front of the cathedral.
Bastion of Menton, built by the Princes of Monaco. The majestic structure is located within the Old Port. The view from the top of this Menton landmark is spectacular, offering a beautiful view of the city and the vast expanse of sea.
Museum of Jean Cocteau, the famous French artist and writer. It has the most complete collection of mosaics, ceramic paintings, drawings, graphics and other creations of the master. It is not easy to find the museum building - it is very organically blended into the cityscape. On the Menton sightseeing map, look for it at dock Monléon.
Museum of Fine Arts, located in the Palais Carnolais, the former summer residence of Monaco's Grimaldi princely family. The museum features paintings by famous artists from the 13th to 19th centuries. The palace is surrounded by a magnificent garden that boasts the largest collection of citrus trees in Europe.
Special attention should be paid to the luxurious city parks of the resort. The garden city is drenched in greenery. Be sure to stroll among the lush vegetation and bright flowerbeds in Parc du Pian, Villa Fontana Rosa or Jardin Exotique.
