[Latest 2025 Travel Guide] Cannes
🌟 Editor's Guide: Must-See Attractions in Cannes
1️⃣ Palais des Festivals et des Congrès
- The red carpet staircase at the Cannes Film Festival is a must-see spot.
- You can visit on weekdays and experience the atmosphere of the international film event.
2️⃣ La Croisette
- The most famous seaside avenue on the Cote d'Azur, with a total length of about 3 kilometers.
- Both sides are lined with luxury hotels, luxury brand stores and beach clubs.
- The editor recommends taking a walk at dusk to watch the sunset, which is super romantic 🌅.
3️⃣ Old Town (Le Suquet)
- Located on a small hill, it is the oldest district in Cannes.
- The cobblestone roads, colorful houses and Mediterranean style are full of charm.
- Climb up the Castle Hill (Castre Museum) and overlook the entire port and coastline.
4️⃣ Vieux Port
- The area is full of luxury yachts 🚤, as well as fishing boats, creating a sharp contrast in style.
- It is a great place to experience the rich atmosphere of Cannes.
5️⃣ Île Sainte-Marguerite
- It takes about 15 minutes by boat from the port.
- The famous attraction is Fort Royal, and there is also a nature reserve suitable for hiking and picnics.
6️⃣ Forville Market (Marché Forville)
- The traditional market is the favorite of locals🥖🧀🍅.
- There are fresh seafood, fruits and vegetables, cheese, olives, etc., where you can experience the most authentic Cannes life.
🍴 Editor's Recommendation: Must-Try Food in Cannes
Mediterranean cuisine
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Ratatouille 🥦🍆
- Vegetable dishes stewed with eggplant, cucumber and bell pepper are fresh and healthy.
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Salad Niçoise 🥗🐟
- Tuna, olives, eggs, and vegetables make this a classic refreshing salad from southern France.
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Bouillabaisse 🐟🍲
- The Southern French seafood soup has a rich flavor and is recommended to be tried in an authentic French restaurant.
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Fresh seafood platter (Plateau de fruits de mer) 🦞🦪
- Cannes is close to the sea, so there is no shortage of fresh oysters, lobsters, and crabs.
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French crepes (Crêpe) 🥞
- There are both sweet and savory flavors, and they are very common in street stalls and restaurants.
🍷Drink recommendations :
- Provence Rosé (Rosé de Provence) is refreshing and easy to drink, perfect with seafood.
🚆 Editor's Transportation Tips: Click to Go & Click to Go Within the City
Go to Cannes
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Paris → Cannes 🚄
- The TGV high-speed train takes about 5 hours.
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Nice Airport → Cannes 🚍
- The bus journey is approximately 1 hour; the train journey is approximately 40 minutes.
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Monaco/Saint Tropez 🚤
- There are direct ferries and yachts, and the sea scenery is particularly beautiful.
City transportation
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Walking 🚶♀️
- The seaside avenue and the old town are both suitable for slow walking.
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Palm Bus 🚌
- It covers the city center and surrounding areas, and a one-way ticket costs about €1.5.
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Ferry 🚤
- It is very convenient to take a boat from the old port to the small island on the other side.
📝 Editor's Summary
Cannes is a city of luxury and Mediterranean charm .
- Attractions include the red-carpeted Festival Palace, the romantic old town, sunny beaches and outlying island adventures.
- In terms of food, seafood platters, Provençal cuisine, and rosé wine are all representative of the southern French flavors.
- In terms of transportation, it is close to Nice and Monaco, making it an ideal base for exploring the Cote d'Azur.
I think Cannes is not only a stage for star movies, but also a holiday paradise suitable for enjoying the sun and slow living 🌞🍷🏖.