Best things to do in Cannes

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.

Cannes Must-Sees — Map

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The Croisette Promenade

The Promenade de la Croisette, or Boulevard de la Croisette, is a prominent road in Cannes, France.

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Le Suquet

Le Suquet is the old quarter of Cannes, probably best known to tourists as the climbing, winding cobbled lane lined with local restaurants,…

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Palais des Festivals

The Palais des Festivals et des Congrès is a convention centre in Cannes, France.

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Meynadier Street

A narrow pedestrian street lined by historic buildings. Plenty of stores and restaurants make it a popular shopping and dining destination.

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Rue d'Antibes

This busy street is home to many high-end boutiques. Go window-shopping here and maybe you'll bump into a celebrity!

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Forville Market

You can buy local fresh produce at this marketplace. Choose from stalls selling fish, meat, fruits, vegetables as well as flowers and herbs.

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Church of Our Lady of Hope

This 16th-century church is designed in distinguishable Gothic style with a Renaissance porch. Its belltower is impressive, too.

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Castre Museum

Housing ancient items, artworks and musical instruments from all around the world, this museum is a perfect place for every history buff.

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Tour du Suquet

An 11th-century watchtower and remnant of the city's medieval fortifications. This 22-meter stone structure is a designated historic monument situated at the highest point of the Le Suquet hill, overlooking the Bay of Cannes.

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Suquet Tower

This imposing stone tower dates back to the 11th century. The former part of the city fortification now houses the Castre Museum.

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