The top 10 things to see and do in cannes

SAIL TO THE ILES DE LÉRINS

Discover an archipelago paradise with translucent waters: the Iles de Lérins in Cannes.

Among these dream islands, the lush Sainte-Marguerite and its fort where the Man in the Iron Mask was imprisoned; and the sacred Saint-Honorat, home to the Cistercian monks that live there. Just a few minutes by boat from the Port of Cannes, the Iles Lérins offer a harmonious combination of nature, culture and relaxation. As soon as you land, breathe in the scents of pines and eucalyptus. There are plenty of marked trails to discover along with the island’s botanical and historical heritage. A visit to the Iles de Lérins is undoubtedly one of the top things to do when you’re in Cannes.

STROLL ALONG LA CROISETTE

La Croisette: don’t miss it during your visit to Cannes!

3 kilometres long, the famous La Croisette will undoubtedly fulfil all your every desire! With its palm trees, wide sandy beach, legendary hotels, casinos, La Croisette offers a magnificent panorama of the Bay of Cannes and the Iles de Lérins. Walk along the Chemin des Etoiles between the Esplanade Pompidou and the Palais des Festivals, to discover the handprints of the greatest international actors and directors. In summer, raise your eyes to the sky and marvel at the fireworks during the Fireworks Festival in Cannes. For families, your children will enjoy the playgrounds and rides on La Croisette.

FILL YOUR BASKET WITH DELICACIES IN FORVILLE MARKET

The beating heart of Cannes, Forville market welcomes market gardeners and local fishermen.

In the heart of Cannes, a large market hall full of colours and surrounded by people going about their business enlivens Tuesday to Sunday mornings in Cannes. Stalls presented by market gardeners, fishermen and other local producers will plunge you, in a charming and authentic universe that changes with the seasons. The pedestrian only areas around Forville market will allow you to stroll her and there discovering the many shops and terraces that surround it. Don’t miss it during your visit: give into the temptation of a delicious piece of traditional socca.

Forville Market Website

PLUNGE INTO THE EFFERVESCENCE AND GLAMOUR OF THE CANNES FILM FESTIVAL

A must in our Top 10 things to see and do in Cannes: the Cannes Film Festival!

Under the palm trees in Cannes, the international film festival has given the city its Palme d’Or for over 70 years. Every year in the spring, Cannes transforms itself to welcome movie stars from around the world. During the Festival, the whole of Cannes lives in time with the cinema, and everyone can enjoy it! So apart from the famous climb up the steps, why not watch the stars from the side of the Palais des Festivals, enjoy the Cinema de la Plage or do the walls across the city with the « Cannes fait le mur » exhibition displaying XXL images of stars and moments that have marked the history of the Festival.

Festival de Cannes Website

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VISIT THE SECRET OF LA CALIFORNIE

To do: Californie, one of the most exclusive districts in Cannes!

Although lots of films have been shot on this hill overlooking the bay of Cannes, the huge houses are well hidden from curious eyes behind the luxuriant vegetation. Californie is home to iconic buildings such as Villa Domergue, designed and built by the artist Jean-Gabriel Domergue, who drew inspiration from Venetian palaces and gardens. A work of art in itself, you can enjoy it in summer in August during the Domergue Jazz Festival and the exceptional evenings organized in the gardens.