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Activity Reviews in Cannes

Read reviews of the best Cannes activities

Cannes is a town bursting with memorable things to do.

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a winding street with stairs in biot

Day trip to Biot

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Biot

On a sunny Tuesday morning in April I found myself getting quite lost in the maze of narrow streets and lanes in the stunning, and slightly quirky, hilltop town of Biot.

cycling shoes on a beach in st raphael

Antibes to Saint Raphael Cycling Route

There is no other way to discover the stunning coast of the Cote d’Azur than by bike. This bike ride is not the most challenging, as no serious hills are conquered, but it is a stunning way to explore the coastal towns of the Cote d’Azur.

Unwind in Cannes. Best spas for 2019

Top spas breaks in Cannes

Before Cannes became the glamorous city of celebrity and superyachts we all know and love, it was thought of as a health retreat, and that legacy continues today.

ropes and harneses ready for climbing

Get your kicks in Cannes

The perfect Cannes vacation is so very much more than drinking cocktails in a beach club and strolling along the palm-lined Croisette—as pleasant as that may be. With the sparkling Mediterranean stretching out before you, the red rock-Esterels rising up across the bay, and the gorges and craggy peaks of the Provence backcountry all within a short drive of Cannes, there’s an abundance of adventure sports activities on offer to get the fresh air into your lungs and your heart racing.

Corso Fleuri, Bormes-les-Mimosas

The Route du Mimosa, Riviera / Cote d'Azur

Each year under clear blue winter skies, a carpet of gold creeps across the rolling hills and quiet stone villages of the French Riviera. As spring approaches, the mimosa trees come into spectacular bloom in the South of France, the sprays of soft yellow flowers vivid against the sparkling Mediterranean Sea.

Golf de Saint Donat

Swing into action, golf resorts in Cannes

The countryside around Cannes contains some of the best golfing country along the Cote d'Azur. With green grass and blue skies, it’s up to you whether you enjoy them with a club or a rosé in hand.

Summer fun in Cannes 2018

What 'Cannes' you do this summer?

There’s always a lot going on in Cannes, so we’ve put together a list of the some of the best things to do this summer 2018. 

Isabelle Huppert on the red carpet in the rain 2012

What to do in Cannes when it rains

The climate in the South of France is generally great, with roughly 300 days of sunshine beaming down across the Riviera each year. However, that statistic does still leave 65 days on average when the sun doesn’t shine.

blue seas around an Island near cannes

Memorable day trips from Cannes

Whether you’re drawn to sapphire blue waters high in Alpine gorges, medieval perched villages with flowers climbing the stone walls, or tranquil Mediterranean islands of pine forests and sparkling coves, there are some superb day trips within easy reach of Cannes.

Russian model, Natasha Poly at Hotel Martinez

Best people-watching spots in Cannes

Where to soak up the Riviera sun and watch the world go by

Ile Sainte Marguerite Beach, Cannes

48 hours in Cannes

The best holidays in Cannes are about capturing a feeling, rather than any particular sightseeing activity that you absolutely must do in your time there. 

the red carpet in front of palais des festival cannes

Inspiring instagrams #Cannes

Whether you’re posing on the red carpet steps of the Palais des Festivals, hoping to snap a celebrity walking off a superyacht, or capturing the stunning Mediterranean views from Old Suquet, Cannes has some spectacular photo opportunities.

blue seas around an Island near cannes

Charming coastal walks in Cannes

It’s not called the Côte d’Azur for nothing; this glimmering blue coastline is one of the Mediterranean’s prized gems tourism-wise and for its authentic, raw beauty. Let us take you on a walking tour of some of the best and most beautiful coastal paths, both the glamourous and the natural.

Perfect picnics spots in Palma 2017

Perfect picnic spots in Cannes

Whether you’d prefer a casual beach picnic with watersports, a tranquil island picnic in a pretty cove, or a picnic by an electric-blue lake in the hills of Provence, there are some stunning picnic spots to be found around Cannes.

yachts in the old port of cannes

Charter your yacht in Cannes this summer

Sailing along the coastline of Cannes, feeling the sea breeze on your face while enjoying a chilled drink and exploring the crystalline waters of the Mediterranean. There is truly no better way to enjoy this region than on board a yacht.

beans, mushrooms & blet at Sarlat market

Get your food fix in Cannes

The best winter foodie experiences on the French Riviera, taking in cooking schools, olive oil tastings, and vineyard tours.

10 most romantic things to do in Cannes

10 most romantic things to do in Cannes

The glittering Mediterranean city of Cannes is often considered to be the jewel in the crown of the French Riviera, and it offers plenty of romantic settings for those with love in their eyes.

Dolce & Gabbana Loves Cannes

Keep fit in Cannes

Cannes has some brilliant facilities and public spaces for keeping fit, so there’s no excuse to stop your exercise regime just because you’re on holiday. And look at the bright side...you can eat as many croissants as you like after a good workout.