From Nice: Full-Day Italian Market, Menton, & La Turbie Tour

Alpes-Maritimes, French Riviera



Depart for Italy from Nice and spend some free time shopping in its open air market, visit the old town of Menton and see panoramic views over Monaco from La Turbie.

Italy and Menton Day Tour from Nice

This guided day tour from Nice suits travelers interested in exploring Italy’s open-air markets, Menton’s old town, and panoramic views of Monaco.

Highlights

  • Explore Italy with free time at the open-air market
  • Discover Menton’s old town, known for its scents, colors, and calm atmosphere
  • Stop at La Turbie village for panoramic views over Monaco and Roman ruins

Description

Depart from Nice between 08:15 and 09:00 in an air-conditioned minivan with a professional driver and guide. Visit Italy to shop at the famous open-air market offering leather goods, shoes, handbags, and fashion accessories. This stop also provides a chance to taste Italian gastronomy.

Next, explore Menton, a French Riviera town known for its peaceful old town full of local scents and colors. Then continue to La Turbie, where you can admire the panorama of Monaco and photograph one of the region’s remaining Roman ruins. Remember to bring your passport for the border crossing.

Includes

  • Live on-board commentary
  • Professional driver-guide
  • Parking, gasoline, and toll fees
  • Air-conditioned minivan with full options

Excludes

  • Meals and drinks

Important Information

  • The tour requires a minimum number of participants; it may be rescheduled or canceled if not met.
  • Cancellation can occur due to logistical or mechanical issues or staff illness beyond the provider’s control.
  • If possible, have a secondary time slot available for the following day.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring your passport, comfortable shoes for walking, and consider booking in the morning to enjoy a full day of sightseeing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a visit to an Italian open-air market, exploring Menton's old town, and stopping at La Turbie for panoramic views of Monaco and a Roman site.
The tour departs from Nice, located on the French Riviera.
Yes, you have free time to shop for leather goods, shoes, handbags, and fashion accessories at the Italian open-air market.
Lunch is not included, but there are opportunities to enjoy local cuisine in Menton or near the market; check the tour details for guidance.
The tour lasts a full day, typically around 8 to 9 hours including travel and sightseeing on the French Riviera and into Italy.
In Menton's old town, you can enjoy its calm atmosphere, local scents, historic architecture, and colorful streets.
The tour stops at La Turbie village, offering panoramic views of Monaco and highlighting its Roman historical site.
Yes, the tour combines cultural visits with open-air market shopping, ideal for travelers on the French Riviera seeking both experiences.
Yes, since the tour crosses from France into Italy, you will need a valid passport or EU ID for border crossing.

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