Visit Antibes, the Mediterranean city

1. Visit the heart of Vieil-Antibes

Drive to the old town to get in tune with the Côte d’Azur rhythm. Here, the watchwords are warmth and friendliness; plenty of time to soak up the local colours and visit the Provencal market.

Fish, fruit and vegetables, traditional dishes and local artisans: succumb to Mediterranean flavours as you wander between the stalls of this typical market. It’s open every morning in summer and from Tuesday to Sunday the rest of the year. With your basket full and the sun at its zenith, it’s time to head back inside to enjoy your finds!

At Rue du Saint-Esprit, you’ll come across the Chapelle Saint-Esprit d’Antibes and the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de l’Immaculée Conception. Two ochre-coloured monuments well worth a visit!

3. Overlook the town at Fort Carré

Standing 43 metres high, the 16th-century Fort Carré is a must-see during your stay in Antibes. A monument steeped in history that will give you all the keys you need to unlock the secrets
of the town!

Good news: because of its small size, the Fort can be visited by small groups (no more than ten people). It’s a great way to enjoy a privileged visit. Your guide will take you through the chapel, the kitchens and the soldiers’ bedrooms.

The highlight? The tour ends at the top of the fort’s ramparts, with a 360° view of the Mediterranean and the town
of Antibes as a backdrop!

As the sun sets, the Port Vauban at the foot of the Fort is an inviting place to stroll, between typical sailing boats and posh boats.

4. Climb up to the famous Chapelle de la Garoupe

To round off your visit to Antibes in style, how about enjoying one of the most beautiful views in the region? To get there, take the forest-lined Chemin du Calvaire and climb up to the Plateau de la Garoupe. Panoramic views over the Mediterranean and the coastline of Cannes and Nice: take a breath, you’ve arrived!

Can you see the Garoupe lighthouse? It’s one of the most powerful lighthouses on the Côte d’Azur, with a luminous intensity of over 2 million candelas!

Then head for the sanctuary of La Garoupe: home to the famous Chapelle de Notre-Dame de la Garoupe, a listed Historic Monument. Dating from the late Middle Ages, the building consists of a tower, the chapel of Notre-Dame de la Garde and that of Sainte-Hélène. While some think it’s the most beautiful chapel in the world, it’s nonetheless one of Antibes’ heritage gems!

To make the most of this idyllic setting, the terrace of the Plateau café has Pissaladière, Niçois farcis and pan bagnat on the menu! Certified Perfect Moment!