If you happen to visit Cannes during July or August, then you might see the Fireworks Festival in person. It is a festival held for several nights between mid-July and mid-August. Its aim is to bring together firework designers from all over the world, and the event has been held since 1967. Usually, the audience […]
While walking through the streets of Cannes, you will spot some very interesting and artistic paintings on walls of several buildings. There is actually a whole route to follow in order to see all the beautiful works drawn on the walls. The fresco illuminates the old quarters of Cannes and it gives life, colour and […]
A worldwide known festival wouldn’t be complete without its own ‘walk of fame’ or else The Walk of the Stars – L’Allée des Stars. Right in front of the Palais des Festivals, you will find more than 300 prints that have been signed and hand-printed by the celebrities who have visited the French Riviera and […]
The Palais des Festivals et des Congrès is the home of the famous Cannes Film Festival. This is the place where the long red carpet is rolled out every year, and the hottest celebrities pose for photos. The Festival de Cannes is the largest worldwide Film Festival and it has now become an industry. It […]
Located in the downtown Croisette district, Rue d’Antibes is the main shopping street in Cannes featuring some of the chicest shops and boutiques in the region. You will find many perfumeries, jewellery, florists, confectioneries, tea rooms, beauty institutes, decoration stores and famous brand names such as Zara, Façonnable, Trabaud, Geraci, Heyraud, Loup, Swatch, and Via […]
La Croisette in Cannes is the equivalent of Nice’s Promenade des Anglais. Cannes’ iconic seafront offers amazing views of the Mediterranean Sea alongside some long palm trees, luxury casinos and designer boutiques as well. Of course, you will also see a lot of hotels, many of which have their own private beaches but there are […]
The Marché Forville is located at the eastern end of the Croisette and it is Cannes’ most beloved market. The market boasts a wide selection of meat, seafood, Italian cuisine treats, fresh vegetables, fruits, cheese, oils, herbs. There is also a choice of wine for you to try as well. Just like every other market […]
Just off the south coast of Cannes lies the gorgeous island of Saint Marguerite, a true jewel which contrasts the fancy boutiques and hotels of Cannes with quiet pine forests and pretty coves. The water off this island is crystal clear, thereby offering stunning views of the Riviera coastline. There are also walking trails along […]
Welcome to Cannes world capital of Cinema – The Festival de Cannes is one of the most famous events that takes place in Europe and is globally-renowned. It is an annual film festival which previews new films of all genres, including documentaries, from all around the world. This is an invitation-only festival and it is […]
Right in the heart of the city, next to the famous Palais des Festivals you will find the old port of Cannes, a Provençal district with a rich architectural heritage. It is the place where yachting activities, cruises and sea excursions take part. It links the glamorous side of Cannes with the historic district of […]
