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Menton 1- 2 Days Travel Guide

🏖️ Must-Visit Attractions ✨ Old Town (Vieille Ville) — Colorful houses, hidden stairways, and local boutiques. ✨ Basilique Saint-Michel Archange — Stunning baroque church with epic views. ✨ Serre de la Madone Garden — A secret garden paradise for plant lovers. ✨ Jardin Botanique Val Rahmeh — A tropical escape with rare plants from all over the world. ✨ Musee Jean Cocteau — Quirky museum dedicated to the famous artist. ✨ Marché des Halles — Fresh produce, local cheeses, and lots of lemon-themed treats! 🚇 Transportation Menton is super walkable! 🚶♀️✨ You can explore most places on foot. The town is also connected by TER trains if you’re coming from Nice or Monaco (about 30 minutes). Local buses are available, but honestly, you won’t need them much! 🍜 Local Cuisine 🥗 Barbajuan — Crispy pastries stuffed with chard and ricotta, a nod to Italian flavors. 🍋 Anything lemon! — From tarte au citron to lemon liqueur (Menton is the "Lemon Capital" of France!). 🐟 Pissaladière — A savory onion and anchovy tart. 🍝 Fresh seafood pasta — Best enjoyed seaside with a glass of local rosé. ✨ Save this for your next dreamy French Riviera trip! Who’s ready to stroll under lemon trees and soak in the Menton sun? 🌞🍋💛
Posted: Jul 11, 2025
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