Villefranche-sur-Mer Travel Forum

Hi,
we will be spending one day in Villefranche and would like to go to St. Paul De Vence? How do we get there and how far is it from Villefranche? Is it worth the trip? Also, what Souvenir would most celebrate this area of the French Riviera?

I've heard that you can hike from villefranche to eze. Does anyone know how long the hike takes or the route?
Any other hiking suggestions?
Thanks!

I'm trying to find out about trains between villefranche and Nice but the SNCF/TER website doesn't seem to understand me. Is it posssible to do this trip? Where can I find out about timetables?

Hi,
Is there a local Taxi company that works in Villefranche? do you have a number for them?
Thanks
Shane

Has anyone been on the tourist train and is it worth going on?

where in villefranche-sur-mer is the hotel patricia located? is there a waterview?

Is there internet access in Villefrance sur mer? It is not available in our hotel and I am wondering if there is an internet cafe nearby.

Greetings! I will be cruising to Villefranche in October. I am interested in visiting Eze (Middle Corniche) to check out the Fragonard Perfume Museum. What's the best way to get there from Villefranche? I am also interested in going to Old Nice and Castle Hill, and possibly Monaco, although I don't think I would have enough time for that. I would appreciate any help or comments.

we have a group of 6 friends landing at nice airport in july 2009 we would like to know the best value means of travel to villefranche sur mer, also is there pedal bike hire available in the town

I'll be going to villefranche-sur-mer just for one day (cruise ship. Can I take a bus to the train station..if I can, which one?(I will like to see Monaco especially, The Monte Carlo casino. (how long can take a quick see of Monaco and the casino? Think about 3 hours... (I really don't know any thing) Ill like to go to Nice, too... and just see the town,,, any tips and advice will be appreciated.
Thanks in advance!!
Joe21, from PR.

Hi, I would like to know are there any public swimming pools in Villefranche? Thanks

Just read this article.... sounds dreadful, very offputting,which station are you referring to the Train station or the Bus station?, based on this would you recommend staying in Villefranche at all? and if so,Which is the best public transport to Nice ie. bus or train?

Thank you,

Can one swim or get in the water at all? i.e. talking about Mid June timeframe

Hi. Looking at the bus map it looks like I can pick up either bus #82 or #112 and go directly from Villefranche to Eze village. But NiceLife said there was no direct bus. So am I reading the map wrong? Could someone verify that you can get #82 or #112 in Villefranche. Looking at the map, it looks like the bus stops on Blvd. de Corne d'Or. It looks to be within walking distance of the pier, but I'd like some verification from a real life person! Can anyone describe the walk?

Thanks, Nisa

Hello, I will be vacationing in Villefranche-sur-Mer this summer and want to go visit a historic mansion that is located on Avenue Louis Bordes. I have been told it is very easy to get to walking from the beach, but cannot find any actual street maps for the area. Does anybody know how to tell me to get there? I will be not be driving.
thanks!

will arrive in villefranche on the 11/05/2008 and want to know cheapest way to travel to monte carlo for the day

Hello,

We will be stopping in Villefranche on a cruise. I am interested in walking along the beach and across the peninsula to Beaulieu-Sur-Mer. The plan is a liesurely stroll, have lunch then walk back to Villefranche to check out the antique market and the old town.

Is this feasible? Does anyone have any tips for a day like this?

Thanks in advance,

DJ

Are the trains or buses wheelchair accessible? I would like to go to Monaco from Villefranche. I would also like to go from Villefranche to Nice. Also Cannes to Monaco.

If they are not wheelchair accessible do you know what the cab fare would be for the trips above?

Thank you

Mary B here again, many thanks for your help re St. Paul De Vence, For my 17 night stay in Villefranche I will have a bus stop outside the door that goes into the main Nice station and to Menton. Are there any places that you highly recommend I and my friend visit, have been to Antibes, Cap Ferrat, Cannes, Monte Carlo. Is Italy worth going to ? Not really interested in markets, but perhaps some other nice Italian place. It will be public transport all the way for us, unfortunately cannot afford taxis. Any spare cash goes on the vino !!! Many thanks, Mary B.
p.s. There is a Russian church in Nice, is it worth visiting ?

What is best way to get to St Paul De Vance from Ville Franche, have booked lunch at La Colombe D'Or on recommendation from Irish radio program travel guest, is it worth it ?. On a 17 day visit from 8th Sept. is there any place that I should absolutely not miss visiting (via public transport). The information I get from this forum is just fantastic, keep it going. Mmany thanks. Mary B.

We are coming to Villefranche on a cruise ship in September and would like to travel to Monaco independently. Is there a direct train service and does it run regularly
Thanks
CAMPBO

Can anyone advise if there is anywhere in Villefranche where we could rent a scooter for a few days?

Hi

I'm renting a villa in Ville Franche Sur Mer from Saturday 4th August, and would appreciate any recommendations for good restaurants in the town which would accept a reservation for 10 people? Al fresco would be nice, although not essential, and we want something with good food and wine that's also friendly and welcoming... any ideas welcomed....

Jeremy

How's the beach at Villefranche? Is the water shallow enough for a toddler? We will stay at Nice but the water there is too deep for a toddler and we are looking for a sandy beach that is not deep without waves. Thanks in advance.

How do I find these from the Citadelle (cruise ship tender)? Thanks.

I will be in Villefranche for 18 days this summer. Where can I get a ticket that will allow me on all bus transport for this length of time. Can I get a ticket that will allow me on both buses and trains. Also, when does the boat carrying public passengers stop travelling between Villefranche and Monte Carlo. Many thanks, this is a very helpful site.
Mary B

We are visiting in June on a cruise ship and would like not only to have a walk around on our own we also wish to visit Eze and wonder the best way of doing this.

I have travelled this route before, but do not know how to get back to Villefranche Sur-Mer from Monte Carlo by bus. Is the bus trip more scenic than the train?

I just wanted to say thank you for all the wonderful tips on Villefranche. I am arriving by cruise ship on Sunday, 13May for just one day. I was in Villefranche last May and enjoyed the little town but am wondering are there places to walk/hike in the area? Seems to me walking along the shore towards the Citadel is the way to go? How about up in the hills above VF, anything that is Hikeable? By the way, is the town still open for business on Sundays?
One final question, what is your favorite Patisserie in Villefrance? I feel I must leave VF with a small box of edible "souvenirs" when I leave.

Merci

David
San Francisco

I will be going to villefranche to study at the institut de francais for the may session....anyone out there going at the same time. would love to share ideas/travel tips. .. or get ideas of things to do places to see, feedback about the school from someone who has studied there thanks much