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Day Trip Nice to Menton – How to Go & What to Do

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POSSIBLE COMBINATIONS

For a day trip to Menton from Nice, it’s also possible to combine it with the village of Èze or Roquebrune.

MENTON ONLY

Without Car

Nice has 1 main train station
📍 Nice-Ville
and 2 secondary ones
📍 Nice Riquier
📍 Nice Saint-Augustin (Airport)

Menton has 1 main train station
📍 Menton
and 1 secondary one
📍 Menton Garavan

By Car

  • Nice > Menton
    🕓 40min
    🧭 Route
  • VISIT MENTON
  • Menton > Nice
    🕓 40min
    🧭 Route

Things to Do

➡️ 22 Things to Do in Menton

Itinerary Idea

Seafront Stroll

Start your visit with a peaceful stroll along Menton’s seafront promenade. The views of the Mediterranean are especially beautiful and the atmosphere is relaxed.

Old Town Discovery

From there, head toward the Old Town — a maze of narrow alleyways, colorful facades, and steep staircases that lead you up through centuries of history. Don’t miss the picturesque Place du Cap and the nearby Saint-Michel Basilica, a baroque landmark perched above the sea.

Hilltop Views

Continue uphill toward the Cemetery. It’s a bit of a climb, but you’ll be rewarded with one of the panoramic views over the city, the coast, and the surrounding mountains.

Marina and Breakwaters

Then wander through the Marina area and walk out along the breakwaters to enjoy views back toward the pastel-colored Old Town from the water.

🍴 Lunch

Art and Museums

After your break, visit the Jean Cocteau Museum (the smaller Bastion Museum is also an option nearby) to explore the artist’s unique connection to Menton.

Gardens and Citrus

If time allows, wrap up your visit in one of the town’s peaceful gardens. The Val Rahmeh Botanical Garden is a lush retreat filled with exotic plants, while the garden at the Palais Carnolès offers a citrus-themed collection in a formal setting.

MENTON + ÈZE

Without Car

Nice has 1 main train station
📍 Nice-Ville
and 2 secondary ones
📍 Nice Riquier
📍 Nice Saint-Augustin (Airport)

Menton has 1 main train station
📍 Menton
and 1 secondary one
📍 Menton Garavan

Èze
📍 Èze

⚠️ Èze consists of two parts:

  • Èze Village, on a hilltop, which is the tourist destination
  • Èze-sur-Mer, at sea level with the train station.

To connect the two, there’s a hiking trail named the “Nietzsche Path” which is 2km (1.2mi) long with an elevation change of 350m (1150ft).

Nice > Èze Village > Menton > Nice

The parts in red are the ones that vary between these 3 different options.

Nice > Menton > Èze Village > Nice

The parts in red are the ones that vary between these 3 different options.

By Car

Nice > Èze Village > Menton

  • Nice > Èze Village
    🕓 25min
    🧭 Route
  • VISIT ÈZE VILLAGE
  • Èze Village > Menton
    🕓 35min
    🧭 Route
  • VISIT MENTON
  • Menton > Nice
    🕓 40min
    🧭 Route

Nice > Menton > Èze Village

  • Nice > Menton
    🕓 40min
    🧭 Route
  • VISIT MENTON
  • Menton > Èze Village
    🕓 35min
    🧭 Route
  • VISIT ÈZE VILLAGE
  • Èze Village > Nice
    🕓 25min
    🧭 Route

Things to Do

➡️ 22 Things to Do in Menton

➡️ 8 Things to Do in Èze

Itinerary Idea

Nice > Èze > Menton

The Charming Village of Èze

Start your visit with the charming hilltop village of Èze, perched between the sea and the mountains. Stroll through its narrow medieval streets, lined with art galleries, artisan shops, and stone archways. The quiet morning hours are perfect for discovering the village’s timeless atmosphere.

Exotic Garden and Panoramic Views

After exploring the village, make your way to the Exotic Garden located at the very top. This peaceful garden is filled with cacti, succulents, and sculptures, and offers sweeping views over the Mediterranean and the coastline far below, a highlight of any visit to Èze.

Fragonard Perfume Factory

Before leaving Èze, stop by the Fragonard perfume factory, located just below the village. The guided tour reveals the secrets of how perfumes and soaps are made in the region, and ends with a visit to the boutique.

🛣️ Route to Menton

🍴 Lunch

Seafront Stroll

After lour lunch, start your visit with a peaceful stroll along Menton’s seafront promenade. The views of the Mediterranean are especially beautiful and the atmosphere is relaxed.

Old Town Discovery

From there, head toward the Old Town — a maze of narrow alleyways, colorful facades, and steep staircases that lead you up through centuries of history. Don’t miss the picturesque Place du Cap and the nearby Saint-Michel Basilica, a baroque landmark perched above the sea.

Marina and Breakwaters

Then wander through the Marina area and walk out along the breakwaters to enjoy views back toward the pastel-colored Old Town from the water.

MENTON + ROQUEBRUNE

Without Car

Nice has 1 main train station
📍 Nice-Ville
and 2 secondary ones
📍 Nice Riquier
📍 Nice Saint-Augustin (Airport)

Menton has 1 main train station
📍 Menton
and 1 secondary one
📍 Menton Garavan

Roquebrune-Cap-Martin
📍 Roquebrune-Cap-Martin

⚠️ Roquebrune-Cap-Martin consists of two parts:

  • Roquebrune Village, on a hilltop, which is the tourist destination
  • Cap-Martin, at sea level with the train station.

To connect the two, there’s a staircase with long, shallow steps, named “Escalier Saft” or “Escalier Chanoine Grana” which is 800m (0.5mi) long with an elevation change of 180m (590ft).

Nice > Menton > Roquebrune

The parts in red are the ones that vary between these 3 different options.

  • Nice > Menton
    🚆 Train
    🕓 38min
    🧭 Route
    ⚙️ Timetable (SNCF Website)
  • VISIT MENTON
  • Menton > Roquebrune Village
    🚖 Uber
    🕓 15min
    🧭 Route
  • VISIT ROQUEBRUNE VILLAGE
  • Roquebrune Village > Cap Martin 
    🚶🏻‍♂️‍➡️ Walking Down
    🕓 20min
    📉     Difficulty: 1/5 Very Easy
    🧭 Route
    Cap Martin > Nice
    🚆 Train
    🕓 30min
    🧭 Route
    ⚙️ Timetable (SNCF Website – Fr)

⚠️ The bus connection between Menton and Roquebrune is infrequent, with only a few services per day.

Nice > Roquebrune > Menton

By Car

Nice > Menton > Roquebrune

  • Nice > Menton
    🕓 40min
    🧭 Route
  • VISIT ÈZE
  • Menton > Roquebrune Village
    🕓 15min
    🧭 Route
  • VISIT ROQUEBRUNE VILLAGE
  • Roquebrune Village > Nice
    🕓 35min
    🧭 Route

Nice > Roquebrune > Menton

  • Nice > Roquebrune Village
    🕓 35min
    🧭 Route
  • VISIT ROQUEBRUNE VILLAGE
  • Roquebrune Village >Menton
    🕓 15min
    🧭 Route
  • VISIT MENTON
  • Menton > Nice
    🕓 40min
    🧭 Route

Things to Do

➡️ 22 Things to Do in Menton

➡️ 6 Things to Do in Roquebrune

Itinerary Idea

Nice > Menton > Roquebrune

Seafront Stroll

Start your visit with a peaceful stroll along Menton’s seafront promenade. The views of the Mediterranean are especially beautiful and the atmosphere is relaxed.

Old Town Discovery

From there, head toward the Old Town — a maze of narrow alleyways, colorful facades, and steep staircases that lead you up through centuries of history. Don’t miss the picturesque Place du Cap and the nearby Saint-Michel Basilica, a baroque landmark perched above the sea.

Hilltop Views

Continue uphill toward the Cemetery. It’s a bit of a climb, but you’ll be rewarded with one of the panoramic views over the city, the coast, and the surrounding mountains.

🍴 Lunch

🛣️ Route to Roquebrune

The Medieval Village

Begin your visit by exploring the picturesque hilltop village of Roquebrune. Stroll through its narrow, winding, and vaulted alleys, admire the stone houses adorned with flowers, and relax in charming squares. The village offers a medieval atmosphere and breathtaking views of the Mediterranean coastline.

Exploring the Château de Roquebrune

Make your way to the Château de Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, originally built in the 10th century. Although partially in ruins, the site features a well-preserved dungeon and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the village and the coastline. Please note that there is an entrance fee to visit the castle.

Visit the St. Marguerite Church

Nearby, visit the Église Sainte-Marguerite, a church dating back to the 13th century. Over the centuries, it has been expanded and remodeled, now showcasing a Baroque style with richly decorated interiors.

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