Sights
Citadelle Saint-Elme
A 16th-century fortress by the harbour that now houses the town hall, gardens and small art museums. The museums keep their own hours, so check locally.
Sights
Villefranche old village & Rue Obscure
Pastel houses, steep stepped lanes and a covered medieval street just above the tender quay.
From the ship
| Terminal | One way | How |
|---|---|---|
| Tender landing: Gare Maritime, Port de la Santé, Villefranche | 3 min | walk |
| Port of Nice (Port Lympia), small ships alongside | 20 min | taxi or public transport |
Times are estimates. Allow extra on busy days and for tender queues.
Nearby
Practical
Villefranche tourist office
Maps, bus and train advice, and opening hours for the Citadelle museums.
Practical
Villefranche-sur-Mer station
Regional trains to Nice-Ville (about 10 minutes) and Monaco (about 15 minutes). Buy tickets at the machines before boarding.