In western Liguria and just a few kilometers from the border with France, Ventimiglia is in an enviable natural position between the Italian Riviera and the Cote d’Azur and has long been a popular tourist destination.
Although it is not the most visited of the Riviera towns, Ventimiglia is charming because of its pastel-colored houses. There are several places to stay in the old city and easy access to interesting local highlights.
Being ‘next door’ to Menton, one of the most beautiful towns in France, and just a few kilometers to the west would leave almost anywhere else looking a bit run down.
For sure Ventimiglia is visited more by those staying on the French Riviera and want an ‘Italian experience’ than those traveling around Italy.