The perfect weekend · Friday
Photo: Côte d'Azur France
The town's own guided walk
Meet in front of the Citadel for the Ville de Villefranche's English-language tour of the old town and the Citadel; €5, booking with the town hall events office. The 2026 season ends on Friday 30 October.

| When | Friday, 14:00 |
|---|---|
| Where | Old town and Citadel guided walk (Ville de Villefranche) |
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Checked on cotedazurfrance.fr, explorenicecotedazur.com, October 2026. Check seasons and hours with the place before you go.
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