What can you see in Cannes and its surroundings

What to do in Cannnes



Activities to discover - Things to see absolutely On family vacation or during your conferences in Cannes, discover the beauties of this city: La Croisette, Lerins Islands, Suquet, Old Port or Beaches... We will never cease to amaze you!

Cannes beaches



Croisette Beach

Mouré rouge beach

Beach The rocks of Bocca

Coves of the Pointe du Dragon

South Beach

Beaches on the island of Saint Honorat

Jewel Beach

Places to visit in priority order of preference of visitors



1. Promenade of the Croisette Cannes Film Festival panel The Promenade de la Croisette is a major street in Cannes, France. It stretches along the seaside for about 2 km. La Croisette is known for the Palais des Festivals
2. Lerins Islands Monastery and Abbey The Lérins Islands are a group of four Mediterranean islands located off the French Riviera, in Cannes. The two largest islands in this group are Île Sainte-Marguerite and Île Saint-Honorat.
3. Sainte-Marguerite Island Small island with a view and an old fort Accessible by ferry from Cannes, this small island has beaches, an old fort and a view of the Riviera.
4. Saint-Honorat Island Wooded island with a medieval abbey Leafy island in the Lérins group with the remains of a 15th century fortified Cistercian monastery.
5. Castre Museum, Cannes Museum of art and ethnography in a castle 19th century Riviera landscape art, musical instruments and ethnographic objects in a medieval tower.
6. Lerins Abbey Historical monastery on a unique island 11th century monastery on an island that has been home to monks since the 5th century.
7. Suquet Boats from the Château de la Castre and the Old Port Le Suquet, a charming medieval town, is home to steep cobbled streets, the food stalls of the Marché Forville and colorful cottages in the confectioneries and yacht-filled marina of the Vieux Port.
8. Sea Museum Historic fort with ocean artifacts Underwater archaeological finds on display in a historic seaside fort with a famous prison cell.
9. Forville Market Famous market for fruits and vegetables Local produce and flowers are the focus of this covered market which also sells seafood, cheese and more.
10. Fort Royal Sainte-Marguerite Island The story
11. La Malmaison Gallery dedicated to contemporary art Art gallery housed in a former hotel offering personal exhibitions of 20th and 21st century artists.
12. Church of Our Lady of Hope Historic stone church with city view A Gothic-style stone church, built on a hill and completed in the 1600s, featuring a musical nativity scene and views of the city.
13. Villa Rothschild Municipal library in a majestic mansion Now a public library, this grand 19th century property has manicured grounds with walking paths.
14. Guards Cross Park, castle and history
15. Casino Barriere Casino

Cannes - Le Suquet



Old port and La Castres Castel



You can enjoy a splendid view from the top of the Suquet hill over the bay of Cannes, as well as the Old Port, the Palais des Festivals...



16. South Beach Small town beach with mountain views Popular town beach with chair and umbrella rentals, mountain views and nearby amenities including dining.
17. Palm Beach Cannes Casino and beach
18. Croisette Beach Cannes Sandy beach below the Croisette Long strip of public sand along Cannes' iconic seaside promenade, La Croisette.
19. French Riviera Saint-Tropez, Cannes, Nice and Monaco The Côte d'Azur is the Mediterranean coast of southeastern France. It includes famous seaside resorts like Saint-Tropez and Cannes, and the independent microstate
20. Bay of canes Urban bay with beaches and marinas This bay bordering Cannes and Mandelieu-la-Napoule offers beaches, fishing ports, marinas and more.
21. Cannes Town Hall
22. Port Pierre Canto Marina and harbor 23. Cannes Walk of Fame
24. Port of Cannes - Trade in services
25. Napoule Castle Castle with a museum and arts center Sculptor Henry Clews bought and rebuilt this castle in 1918. It now houses an arts centre, café and museum.
26. Bonnard Museum Paintings by an iconic French artist Dedicated to the French artist Pierre Bonnard, this museum located in a Belle Epoque mansion offers a souvenir shop.
27. Cannes la bocca

28. Port Palm Beach
29. Croisette Beach Beach Chic beach with rental of umbrellas and chairs Fashionable beach with chairs, umbrellas and paying dining, with public sands.
30. Bocca Beach Lively urban beach with pool and more This sandy city beach offers swimming, sunbathing, and volleyball, as well as nearby restaurants.

Iles de Lérins - Sainte Honorat



the remains of a 15th century fortified Cistercian monastery



31. Cannes Croisette
32. Martinez Beach
33. Festival Beach Chic beach club and Mediterranean restaurant Seasonal beach club with a chic but casual restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine.
34. Church of Our Lady of Bon Voyage Gothic-style church and concert space Intimate 1800s church with Gothic-inspired architecture hosting frequent organ and choir concerts.
35. Mougins Classical Art Museum Art museum with classic and modern pieces Ancient art and coins from Egypt, Greece and Rome, plus some modern works by artists like Picasso.
36. The old port Centralized port with panoramic view of the city Built in the 1950s, this picturesque port for boats and yachts is in the heart of Cannes.
37. Port of Cannes, Albert Edouard Pier
38. Bellini Chapel Museum
39. Saint Michael the Archangel Church
St. Michael the Archangel Church, Cannes is a Russian Orthodox church located in Cannes, France. The church was designed by the architect Louis Nouveau in the 19th century. It has a Greek cross design
40. Forville Market Street
41. Tradelière islet Cave
42. Downtown Promenade de la Croisette and outdoor bars The sophisticated city center is located on the Bay of Cannes and is lined with exclusive beaches. The high-end Belle Epoque apartments and the famous Martinez hotel overlook the Promenade de la Croisette in the shade of the palm trees
43. Saint-Ferréol islet
44. Handicap Beach Jewel
45. Pointe Croisette Gazagnaire Beach Sports & Cocktails The palm-shaded peninsula of Pointe Croisette, or “Palm Beach,” is dominated by the intricate facade of the pastel-colored Russian Orthodox Church and upscale, contemporary apartments. Nautical sports.