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Cannes

City · French Riviera, 🇫🇷 France
Population 74,350
Area 13 km²
Time zone Europe/Paris
Official website www.cannes.com
Cannes

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Cannes Must-Sees

Cannes features a blend of Mediterranean history and modern luxury. The Promenade de la Croisette stretches along the coast, connecting the Palais des Festivals with high-end boutiques on Rue d’Antibes. In the historic Le Suquet district, the 11th-century Suquet Tower and the 16th-century Gothic Church of Our Lady of Hope overlook the bay. Local commerce centers on the pedestrian Rue Meynadier and the Forville Market, which offers regional produce, seafood, and flowers. The Castre Museum, housed in a medieval castle, displays global art and musical instruments.

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Cannes Beaches and Promenade

The Boulevard de la Croisette serves as the central axis of Cannes' waterfront, stretching along the Mediterranean coast with its signature palm trees and luxury architecture. This selection includes public sandy stretches like Plage Macé, known for hosting the open-air cinema during the film festival, and specialized areas like Handi plage, which provides dedicated accessibility services. The list covers the shoreline from the Midi district in the west to the exclusive private clubs associated with the historic Carlton Hotel.

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Cannes Heritage Trail

This collection highlights the architectural and historical evolution of Cannes, spanning from the 11th-century medieval fortifications of Le Suquet to the Belle Époque elegance of the Carlton Hotel and Villa Rothschild. Key landmarks include the 16th-century Gothic Church of Our Lady of Hope, the 1880 bandstand on Allées de la Liberté, and the iconic Palais des Festivals. The trail covers diverse sites such as the historic Rue Meynadier, the neoclassical City Hall, and the Chapelle de la Miséricorde, reflecting the city's transition from a fishing village to a world-renowned cultural hub.

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Cannes Religious Sites

Explore the diverse religious heritage of Cannes through its historic churches and chapels. This collection features architectural highlights ranging from the 16th-century Gothic style of Notre-Dame-d'Espérance to the eclectic mix of Romanesque and English Gothic found at Notre-Dame-des-Pins. Notable features include the grand organ of the 19th-century Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Voyage and the heritage-listed Chapelle de la Miséricorde, once home to the Black Penitents. These sites offer insight into the city's spiritual evolution from the Renaissance to the early 20th century.

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Cannes Art & Culture Trail

Explore the artistic evolution of Cannes through its historical landmarks and contemporary spaces. This trail features the 16th-century Church of Our Lady of Hope and the 11th-century Suquet Tower, which houses the Castre Museum's global artifacts. Modern highlights include the Malmaison Art Center with works by Picasso and Matisse, photography at Espace Miramar, and the studio-turned-gallery of Bellini Chapel. The collection also covers the city’s 16th-century archives at Villa Montrose and unique public art like the seaside Atlante mermaid statue.

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Cannes Parks and Gardens

Cannes features diverse green spaces ranging from the palm-lined Promenade de la Croisette to the historic 19th-century Villa Rothschild gardens. The collection includes the 1880 bandstand at Allées de la Liberté, the olive groves of Jardin des Oliviers, and the pétanque courts at Place de l'Étang. These sites showcase Mediterranean flora and Belle Époque architecture, offering quiet neighborhood squares and landscaped parks away from the busy coastal waterfront.

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Cannes — Map

Cannes — Map

Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: May, June, July, September, October

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Typical weather in January

Fair
  • 12° (feels like 9°) · extremes 1°–15°
  • 4° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 14°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in February

Fair
  • 12° (feels like 10°) · extremes -1°–17°
  • 4° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 13°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in March

Good
  • 15° (feels like 12°) · extremes 2°–19°
  • 6° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 15 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 13°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Good
  • 17° (feels like 15°) · extremes 5°–22°
  • 9° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 15 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 15°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Great
  • 21° (feels like 20°) · extremes 9°–26°
  • 13° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 15 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 18°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in June

Great
  • 25° (feels like 26°) · extremes 14°–30°
  • 17° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 19 sunny days
  • 11 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • 22°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in July

Great
  • 28° (feels like 30°) · extremes 17°–32°
  • 20° at night
  • 7 rainy days
  • 25 sunny days
  • 12 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • 24°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in August

Good
  • 28° (feels like 30°) · extremes 17°–33°
  • 20° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 23 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • 25°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in September

Great
  • 24° (feels like 25°) · extremes 13°–28°
  • 17° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 17 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • 23°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Great
  • 20° (feels like 19°) · extremes 9°–24°
  • 14° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 20°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Good
  • 15° (feels like 13°) · extremes 3°–19°
  • 9° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 18°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in December

Fair
  • 12° (feels like 10°) · extremes 1°–16°
  • 5° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 15°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 1 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER + Copernicus ERA5-Land and ERA5 · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Euro EUR € · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers
112
Electricity
Type C / Type E
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
French
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+33
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Tours & Activities

The Croisette Promenade
Walk
Le Suquet
Walk
Palais des Festivals

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