Menton on the Côte d'Azur lends itself to intensive sightseeing even if you want to keep costs to a minimum. There are many places in and around the city that are accessible without tickets: from the historic center and churches to gardens, beaches and long walks by the sea. Some attractions are year-round, while others are seasonal, especially in summer and during the city's winter events. Below you'll find a tidy o...

Free attractions in Cannes allow you to see the city's most important sites without buying tickets and without complicated logistics. It's good for both a short trip and a leisurely day combining walking, panoramas and beachcombing. In practice, most of Cannes' icons are available free of charge 24 hours a day, with paid items mainly for selected museums and transportation to the islands. Below you'll find a tidy ove...

Marseille allows you to explore extensively even if you don't plan to spend money on entrance tickets. The city has several museums with free permanent collections, and some institutions provide exhibitions free of charge on a regular, recurring schedule. In addition, there are viewpoints, street art districts, beaches and walking trails, which are attractions in themselves. Below you'll find a neat overview of free...

Visiting Paris doesn't have to mean spending money on entrance fees, if you understand the rules of free entry and know where to look for attractions available without charge. Some places are free always, others only on certain days or for people who meet specific age and status criteria. In practice, online reservations and security check queues also make the biggest difference, which can affect your schedule. Below...