Discover and book the top Menton sights
The bastion was built in the 17th century by Honoré II, Prince of Monaco, as a fort to defend the entrance to Menton. It now exhibits artwork by Jean Cocteau.
Jean Cocteau participated in the restoration of the building, which became his last work of art. He designed mosaics, as well as the new windows on the first floor.
The museum opened in 1966, three years after Cocteau's death, and showcases ceramics, drawings, tapestries, watercolours and pastels made by him.
The first stone of the Saint Michel basilica in Menton was set in 1619, but it was not finished until 1653, and consecrated in 1675. Located in the old town, it boasts a beautiful Baroque style.
The tower was built in 1701, and it is 53 metres high, dominating the village. The current façade was rebuilt in 1819. The coloured cobbles of its square are arranged to form the Grimaldi's coat of arms
Inside, it has an interesting 17th-century organ. The Festival of Classical Music of Menton is celebrated in this church every August.
This chapel belonged to the White Penitents, Catholic laymen living under a common rule. It was built between 1680 and 1687 on land outside the city's walls.
Situated in front of the Saint Michel basilica, this chapel is a jewel of Baroque art, with a beautiful facade and tower.
It was declared historical monument in 1947, and restored in 1987.
This gallery is dedicated to the French writer, artist and filmmaker Jean Cocteau but also host a number of exhibitions by various other artists.
Best known for being the author of Les Enfants Terribles and Beauty & The Beast, much of the museum's Jean Cocteau collection belongs to American business and Cocteau fan Séverin Wunderman. The collection contains approximately 1000 works by Cocteau including pencil, pastel and watercolour designs.
There are a number of collections housed within in the building, as well as temporary exhibitions by various artists.
The museum is equally popular for its impressive architecture, designed by Rudy Riccioti; clean, modern, bright and airy. It stands in contrast to the older more traditional museum nearby, which is included in the admission fee.
The Musee Jean Cocteau has a café with indoor and outdoor seating, as well as a gift shop selling various books and prints.