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Private Menton: Snaps & Snacks in the Lemon Capital

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Private Menton: Snaps & Snacks in the Lemon Capital

About this activity

Soak up the cheerful yellow facades, turquoise waters, and golden sunshine of Menton on a relaxed private walk designed for great photos and delicious grazing.

Begin at the lively Marché des Halles right on the Italian border. Dive straight into local snacking with warm, golden barbajuans—crispy pastry pockets stuffed with greens and ricotta—alongside fluffy Ligurian focaccia, pissaladière, and regional olives. Next, celebrate the town's famous fruit with sweet and savoury citrus tastings, from artisan lemon preserves to an icy glass of fresh citronnade or chilled limoncello.

From the market, follow your private guide through vibrant pastel lanes via a gentle, low-incline route that skips the steep stair climbs. Head up to the pebble-mosaic terrace of Saint-Michel Cathedral to snap the ultimate postcard panorama overlooking the azure bay, colourful beaches, and the Italian coastline before wrapping up along the sunny waterfront.

What's included

  • ✓Citrus tastings: artisan Menton lemon bites plus fresh citronnade or limoncello.
  • ✓Market snacks: warm barbajuans, regional focaccia or pissaladière, and olives.
  • ✓Private local guide and flexible pacing.

Not included

  • ✕Private transportation
  • ✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

  • Meet your guide next to the steps of Les Halles de Menton (5 Quai de Monleon, 06500 Menton, France)

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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