What's Old Town Like?
Visitors really like Old Town, especially its museums, waterfront, and beach access. You might want to seek out the casinos and historical sites while you’re in the neighborhood. Take time to see places like Baie des Anges and Place de la Paix while you're here. There's plenty more to see, including Chapelle de St-Pierre and Les Musees de La Citadelle.
How to Get to Old Town
Flying to:
- Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE), 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Old Town
Things to See and Do in and around Old Town
What to See in Old Town
- Baie des Anges
- Place de la Paix
- Chapelle de St-Pierre
- Saint-Elme Citadel
Things to Do near Old Town:
- Les Musees de La Citadelle (0.1 mi/0.1 km away)
- Promenade des Anglais (2.9 mi/4.7 km away)
- Villa Ephrussi (1 mi/1.6 km away)
- Villa Kerylos (1.2 mi/1.9 km away)
- Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (1.6 mi/2.6 km away)
When Is the Best Time to Visit Villefranche-sur-Mer?
- Hottest months: August, July, June, September (average 71°F)
- Coldest months: February, January, December, March (average 48°F)
- Rainiest months: November, October, December, April (average 5 inches of rainfall)