Read reviews of the best Cannes activities
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.
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Where to soak up the Riviera sun and watch the world go by
Beauty, history and ambience along the Côte d'Azur
When it comes to beautiful villages, the South of France is a shameless show-off. With the hills rising steeply above the Mediterranean coast, the Côte d’Azur is simply littered with perched medieval villages rich in history and atmosphere.
Fall in love in the Riviera
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.
Best places to lay down a rug and enjoy some French cheese and wine
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.
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.
Sightseeing and tours just a stone's thrown 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.
An intermediate ride along the Cote d'Azur coastline
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.
Best places in Cannes for selfies and photography
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.
Rainy day activities in Cannes
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.
Our favourite cycling routes from the town of Cannes
The South of France is well known for its cycling, and the pretty Mediterranean city of Cannes is a splendid place to jump on your bike and explore in either direction along the coast, or up into the cool hills that rise above the Mediterranean.
A beautiful drive through the villages of the French Riviera and Cannes
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.
Adrenaline & adventure sports in & around 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.
Winter food & wine tours around Cannes
The best winter foodie experiences on the French Riviera, taking in cooking schools, olive oil tastings, and vineyard tours.
No better way to explore the coastline than on a yacht
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.
Get your body bikini ready & keep it on your holiday
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.
Where will you be shouting FORE in 2017?
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.
Walking on water - exploring the stunning coastline around the area of 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.
Where to relax and pamper yourself 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.