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The Picasso Museum
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Antibes

The Picasso Museum

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The Picasso Museum is located in the old town of Antibes, France, and is one of the important art museums in southern France. The building has a long history. It once served defensive and other functions before being renovated into an art exhibition space. Set against the backdrop of its ancient stone architecture and the Mediterranean coast, it combines historical heritage with modern art collections. It houses and exhibits paintings, drawings, ceramics, and other artworks related to Picasso. The exhibits within the museum present diverse artistic styles, helping visitors understand the development of modern art as well as Picasso's explorations and expressions during different creative stages.Antibes · 9.5 km from Cannes
IGY Vieux-Port de Cannes
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Cannes

IGY Vieux-Port de Cannes

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IGY Vieux-Port de Cannes is adjacent to the Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes and the Le Suquet district of Cannes' old town, and is one of the representative harbor views on the French Riviera. Facing the Mediterranean Sea, it has long served as a hub for local navigation, fishing, and yacht mooring, and is now an important part of the Cannes cityscape and coastal life. A variety of vessels, from traditional fishing boats to private yachts, are moored here, lining the harbor and creating a scene with distinct Mediterranean character. Surrounded by restaurants, cafes, and pedestrian areas, visitors can stroll along the pier to enjoy a close-up view of the boats and the sea, or sit by the water to feel the sea breeze and watch the daily activities of the port.Cannes · 387m from downtown
Antibes Centre Ville

Antibes Centre Ville

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Antibes Centre Ville borders the Mediterranean Sea and is a traditional district that preserves a strong historical character. It has a long history and was once an important port settlement along the Mediterranean coast. Ancient city walls, stone buildings, narrow streets, and historical sites can still be seen today, showcasing the unique cultural atmosphere of a coastal city in southern France. The streets here crisscross, lined with traditional houses in soft colors, windowsills adorned with flowers, specialty restaurants, cafes, bakeries, and craft shops. Strolling through, you can feel the leisurely local pace of life and discover many Provence-style details. The traditional market in the district is quite popular, where you can often find local fruits and vegetables, cheese, spices, flowers, and other specialty goods, reflecting a rich local culinary and daily life culture.Antibes · 9 km from Cannes
Baie des Anges
No. 2 of Best Things to Do in South of France

Baie des Anges

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Baie des Anges is one of the iconic bay views on the French Riviera. Its coastline extends from Nice to the surrounding areas, and the water typically features a turquoise hue, creating a striking Mediterranean landscape alongside the city's architecture and distant mountains. The Promenade des Anglais runs along the bay and is a key pedestrian area for enjoying the sea view. On one side of the promenade is the open sea, while the other side is lined with hotels, residences, restaurants, and public spaces, showcasing the unique atmosphere of a coastal city. Its coastline is primarily characterized by pebble beaches, which differ from many sandy beaches, and the waves create a distinct sound as they crash against the pebbles.Nice · 18.3 km from Cannes
Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes
No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Cannes

Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes

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Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes (Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes) was built in 1982 and is an important venue for the Cannes Film Festival, where the prestigious Palme d'Or is awarded. Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes can accommodate 30,000 people and features excellent audio facilities. In addition to being the official venue for the film festival, it also contains many business conference halls. It is said that the carpet on the steps here is only red when there is an event, and it is blue at other times. So, if you happen to be there during an event, don't forget to take a photo on the steps covered with the red carpet and experience what it's like to be a star. Visitors have a better chance of seeing the red carpet than the blue one, because this Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes is rarely idle for most of the year. Every year, there is the Acacia Festival in February, the International Film Festival in May, and the Music Festival and Fireworks Festival in July. In addition, there are other regular festivals such as the International Yachting Festival, the International Music and Record Festival, the Mimosa Festival, and the Dance Festival. With such a dense schedule, if you want to use the Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes, you need to book two years in advance to have a chance.Cannes · 236m from downtown
Cannes Walk of Fame
No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Cannes

Cannes Walk of Fame

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Cannes Walk of Fame is a must-visit attraction in Cannes, located next to the Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes. You can see handprints of over 300 stars on the sidewalk here, which draws many film enthusiasts and tourists. There are far fewer handprints in Cannes than on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the United States, but you can find director Wong Kar-wai's handprint on the Cannes Walk of Fame, right at the entrance of the Cannes convention center. It features the three English letters WKW, which are the initials of Wong Kar-wai's name in Cantonese pinyin.Cannes · 196m from downtown
St Paul de Vence
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Saint Paul de Vence

St Paul de Vence

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St Paul de Vence is not far from Nice and is one of the representative medieval hilltop villages in southern France. Perched on a hill and surrounded by greenery and valleys, it retains its ancient ramparts, cobblestone streets, stone houses, and traditional village layout, with an overall atmosphere that is tranquil and rich in historical charm. Visitors can stroll along the narrow cobblestone streets, admiring the arches, historic buildings, flower-decorated windowsills, and small squares full of southern French charm. The streets are lined with art galleries, craft shops, specialty restaurants, and cafes, showcasing a strong artistic atmosphere.Saint Paul de Vence · 18.1 km from Cannes
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old nice

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old nice is located near the Mediterranean coast and is one of the representative historic districts of Nice. It was formed during the Middle Ages and features a compact street layout, retaining a large number of traditional buildings in the Italian style, which showcases the historical background of Nice as a long-standing intersection of French and Italian cultures. The building facades here are primarily in warm tones such as yellow, ochre, and orange, complemented by green shutters, wrought-iron balconies, and traditional wooden doors, creating a distinct Mediterranean urban landscape. The area is filled with narrow cobblestone streets, small squares, churches, cafes, restaurants, and specialty shops, and exploring on foot reveals many architectural details with historical character.Nice · 26.4 km from Cannes
Prom. des Anglais
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in South of France

Prom. des Anglais

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Prom. des Anglais is not an attraction within the United Kingdom, but rather one of the iconic seaside promenades in Nice. It stretches along the Baie des Anges, spanning approx. 7 km, connecting the area near Nice Airport with the city center's waterfront, and is a key spot for local residents to walk, jog, and cycle, as well as for tourists to enjoy the sea view. On one side is the azure Mediterranean Sea, while the other is lined with hotels, restaurants, cafes, and historic buildings. The route features wide pedestrian areas, palm trees, and iconic blue chairs, making it easy for people to stop and admire the bay view. In clear weather, the water takes on a clear turquoise hue, creating a beautiful contrast with the coastline and city architecture.Nice · 25.6 km from Cannes
Bd de la Croisette

Bd de la Croisette

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This boulevard on the south coast of Cannes is originally named Boulevard de la Croisette. Bd de la Croisette starts from the Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes in the west, extends eastward along the Bay of Cannes, and reaches Pointe de la Croisette. Even outside the Cannes Film Festival, its picturesque coastline, walking paths, and restaurants and hotels make it one of the livelier areas in Cannes, and it is bustling with activity on weekends.Cannes · 162m from downtown

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Nice departure | Cannes + Antibes Centre Ville + Saint Paul de Vence half-day tour
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Cannes Audio Tour: Historic Villas & Heritage
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Explore Cannes: Guided Walking Tour with a Local Guide
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The Best of the French Riviera Small group Guided Tour from Nice
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Grasse: Perfume Creation and Guided Visit at Fragonard.
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Grasse: Perfume Making Class and Fragonard Factory Tour
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Private sailing day trip & Provençal picnic
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Cannes: Beyond the Red Carpet Walking Tour with Food & Wine
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Provence Wine Tour - Small Group Tour from Cannes
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Cannes Food Walking Tour: Taste Authentic French Cuisine
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Cannes: Guided Food Tour
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No diet club - unique local food tasting tour in Nice
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Half-Day Wine Tasting and Saint Paul de Vence Tour from Nice
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Nice: Guided Food & Wine Walking Tour with Full Meal
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Lérins IslandsKayaking1 hour [Cannes Kayak & Lérins Islands Hiking Adventure]
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From Cannes: Ferry Tickets to Sainte-Marguerite Island
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Island of LERINS CANNES: kayak for a day or half-day trip
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From Cannes: Half-day sailboat trip to the Lerins Islands
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YoYo_0T9A3B0LFebruary 2, 2026
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The Old Port of Cannes is a historic attraction where visitors can enjoy stunning seaside scenery and experience its unique port culture. Whether taking a leisurely stroll or savoring authentic seafood, visitors will find it a truly unforgettable experience.

IGY Vieux-Port de Cannes

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amy323April 26, 2026
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Strolling through Vauban Harbour, you're greeted by weathered city walls on one side and endless blue waters on the other. White nomadic sculptures silently watch over the harbor, while yachts gently moor on the surface—a tranquil and idyllic scene that perfectly captures the essence of southern France.

Antibes Centre Ville

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华蓥.山人February 1, 2026
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A Winter's Glow Over the Bay of Angels The winter glow of Nice is a visual feast not to be missed. At dawn, the Bay of Angels is covered with a thin layer of snow, its fine white sand and pebble beaches half pure white and half deep black. As the first rays of sunlight pierce through the clouds, the entire bay is instantly bathed in a warm orange-gold hue, the sea shimmering like it's been sprinkled with diamonds. The colorful old buildings, illuminated by the glow and snow, take on an oil painting-like quality. Warm yellow walls and pale pink roofs appear even more gentle under the snow, while the silhouettes of palm trees are outlined with graceful lines in the golden light. The waves gently lap against the shore, creating a soft, pattering sound, and together with the snow-covered Castle Hill in the distance, a breathtaking scene. This romance is not always available; the once-in-a-decade snowfall and the perfectly timed glow combine to create this uniquely Mediterranean gentleness. Standing on the streets of Anglo-Saxon, watching the golden sunlight gradually melt the snow, you'll understand that Nice's winter is more worthwhile than you might imagine.

Baie des Anges

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云12345January 13, 2021
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The Film Palace is famous for the Cannes Film Festival. I saw it on TV and thought it was very grand, but when I actually got there, I was a little disappointed. It was not during the film festival, and the Film Palace looked very plain and small. The red carpet road only took 2 minutes to walk, and the surrounding area was not very big.

Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes

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jkidd28June 20, 2022
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When talking about Cannes, the first thing that comes to mind is the red carpet and the movie palace. However, the actual movie red carpet palace is not very big. It looks particularly big every year when there are no cameras and tourists! In Cannes without a film festival, the red carpet is a market, a place for people to communicate!

Cannes Walk of Fame

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suifeng2019December 31, 2019
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Located on a hill outside Nice, the town of Saint-Paul-de-Vence is a traditional French castle. Galleries, art galleries, and studios can be found everywhere in the town, which is full of artistic atmosphere, quiet and elegant.

St Paul de Vence

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sebinnnnApril 4, 2023
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As the name suggests, it's an area with an old-fashioned feel. There are a lot of delicious restaurants. In particular, there were a lot of famous gelato shops, so people were waiting in line. ☺️

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withjenniferJune 11, 2020
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It is said that the British choose the Bay of Angels in Nice as their best holiday destination to escape the cold winter, hence the Promenade des Anglais in Nice. The entire 5km long promenade is adjacent to the Bay of Angels and is decorated with palm trees all year round.

Prom. des Anglais

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徐徐霞客RrJuly 18, 2022
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The Croisette in Cannes is a famous seaside street. It feels romantic to walk, run or do nothing here. Because there are usually bars across the street, it feels very relaxing.

Bd de la Croisette

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What are the must-do things in Cannes?

Don't miss these attractions in Cannes: The Picasso Museum, IGY Vieux-Port de Cannes, and Antibes Centre Ville. If you like Day tours, try City Tour in Cannes aboard our Classic French Bus!. If you enjoy Cultural experiences, try Nice departure | Cannes + Antibes Centre Ville + Saint Paul de Vence half-day tour.

You can give Private sailing day trip & Provençal picnic and Cannes: Beyond the Red Carpet Walking Tour with Food & Wine a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include City Tour in Cannes aboard our Classic French Bus!, 1-day tour to Palace of festivals and congresses of Cannes + Verdon Gorge + St. Michael the Archangel Church, and Palace of festivals and congresses of Cannes + Ile Sainte-Marguerite + Palais Bulles + Church of Our Lady of Esperance + IGY Vieux-Port de Cannes. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of October 23, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Cannes is around EUR 76.53 – EUR 921.32. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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