Tourist Attractions in Cannes

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Cannes

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About Cannes

Cannes is the jewel of the Côte d’Azur, where the rich and famous flock to. This city is primarily associated with luxury, big money, social parties, trips on luxury yachts and other attributes of a beautiful life. But back in the XIX century Cannes was a simple and unremarkable fishing village.

There is a tiny historical part of the city, limited to the neighbourhood of Le Suquet. However, even here there will be something to see for inquisitive tourists. For entertainment you should go to Antibes Street and Croisette. Gourmets should definitely go to one of the Michelin restaurants to join the cuisine “haute couture”. And for lovers of sea walks, you can go straight to the picturesque Lerins Islands.

Top-15 Tourist Attractions in Cannes

Festival du Film Panafricain | Cannes

 4.4/5

28 reviews

One of the most iconic events in the world of auteur cinema, the Festival de Cannes takes place at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, which is located on the Croisette near the old port. The building used to house a casino. Despite the world fame and undeniable cultural value of this place, the architecture of the building does not arouse admiration, as the palace looks like a monumental giant of the socialist era.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

La Croisette - Cannes

 4.6/5

411 reviews

A promenade that runs along the coast of Cannes. The Croisette was built in the 19th century on the site of an old road dating back to Roman times. The promenade connects Cape Palm Beach and the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès. Along the promenade there are shops of famous designers, luxurious hotels, restaurants and casinos that welcome only guests of the Cannes Festival.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Le Suquet

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A small neighbourhood near the Chevalier mountain, which consists of just a few narrow streets. It is also known as the Old Town. There are several historical sights here: the Cathedral of Our Lady of Hope, the watchtower and the Chateau de la Caste with its museum. Le Suquet has several expensive restaurants with fine cuisine to please even discerning gourmets.

IGY Vieux-Port de Cannes

 4.5/5

8617 reviews

The old harbour is adjacent to the historic district of Le Suquet. It is a famous symbol of Cannes and the French Riviera. Today, it is home to a picturesque marina where white yachts and other more modest vessels moor. Fishing boats depart from the quays to the sea in the expectation of a rich catch. The annual Royal Regatta also starts from here.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Rue d'Antibes

 0/5

The main avenue of Cannes, where tourists can find boutiques, restaurants and coffee shops. This place has long been favoured by representatives of European and American bohemians, and it is not uncommon to see world-famous stars here. Architecturally, Antibes is an ordinary street of the French city with stone facades, paved pavements and narrow carriageway.

Cannes Walk Of Fame

 4.2/5

641 reviews

The alley is located near the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès. It is a part of the pavement, where slabs with the palm prints of famous people are embedded. It is not even immediately noticeable against the general background. In general, people do not show any “respect” for the stars: sellers put goods on the slabs, passers-by pass by every now and then, which makes some of the prints not in the best condition.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Marché Forville

 4.4/5

7054 reviews

Forville is the most famous market on the French Riviera. It is visited by both ordinary people and chefs of haute cuisine restaurants to buy fresh produce for their culinary masterpieces. Everything seems to be sold here: vegetables, fruits, fish, meat, cheeses and herbs look like a picture that has just been painted. Bargaining is possible and necessary, but vendors often speak only French.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Sunday: 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Musée des explorations du monde

 4.4/5

775 reviews

The museum collection is located on the grounds of the castle, built to protect the city from attack from the sea. Archaeological, ethnographic and artistic exhibits are displayed here. Visitors can see paintings by Cannes and Provence artists, ancient artefacts from around the world, statues, icons, calligraphy and many other interesting items. At the entrance to the museum is another landmark, the watchtower.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Underwater Sculptures by Jason deCaires Taylor

 4.5/5

150 reviews

The museum is located on the island of St Margaret, a 20-minute boat ride from the coast of Cannes, in the former Fort Royal prison. The collection is an exhibition of archaeological finds recovered from the seabed from different time periods. There are also temporary photo exhibitions. Tourists will be interested in visiting the cell of the mysterious prisoner known as the Iron Mask.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Church of Our Lady of Good Voyage

 4.6/5

254 reviews

The church is located in the historic neighbourhood of Le Suquet. The building was erected at the beginning of the seventeenth century to meet the needs of the growing congregation. The façade of the church is Gothic, the bell tower is in an older Romanesque style, and the gates have clear Renaissance features. The exterior and interior of the church are characterised by restraint and even some modesty. A music festival takes place here in the summer.

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Church of Our Lady of Good Voyage

 4.6/5

254 reviews

The temple is located next to the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès a block away from the Croisette. The first chapel was built on this site in the sixteenth century, when it was surrounded by poor fishermen’s huts. The modern building was built in the second half of the XIX century. Notre Dame de Beaune-Voyage is associated with a famous historical event – Napoleon’s triumphal march on Paris in 1815.

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St. Michael the Archangel Church

 4.3/5

113 reviews

Orthodox church built according to the project of French architect L. Nouveau at the end of the XIX century. The building is located on Boulevard Alexandre III. The church was built on the initiative of Russian immigrants, because for a long time in Cannes there was the only Orthodox parish in the villa of the Russian aristocrat A. F. Tripe (Skripitsyna), which could hardly accommodate all comers. The church was built in the Neo-Russian eclectic style.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 6:00 – 6:30 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Abbaye de Lérins

 4.7/5

1158 reviews

The abbey is an important shrine in France and attracts a large number of pilgrims. The abbey is located on the island of Saint-Honore about 3 kilometres from Cannes. The complex consists of several dozens of architectural objects: towers, fortresses, churches, outbuildings. The brothers are engaged in growing oranges, grapes and lavender. Many tourists come here for the monastery wine and liqueur.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Cimetière du Grand Jas

 4.5/5

13 reviews

It is quite typical of France that old cemeteries become popular architectural landmarks. The Gran Jas necropolis in Cannes has not escaped this fate. Many famous personalities and war heroes are buried in this place. Its territory is divided into Anglo-Saxon, Italian, Russian and Jewish sections. The administration of the cemetery offers tourists the services of a tour guide.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Lérins Islands

 4.6/5

86 reviews

An archipelago off the Côte d’Azur, consisting of two inhabited (St Margrit and St Honor) and several uninhabited islands. They have been salted as far back as the ancient Roman era. In the 5th century, Bishop Honoratus of Arelat founded a monastery here. The islands can be reached by pleasure boat. Tourists come here to relax and enjoy the silence, beauty and peace of mind after the arrogant Cannes.