Cannes
Country: France · Region: Western Mediterranean · Arrival: tender · Currency: Euro
Cannes is a glamorous seaside town on the French Riviera famous for the May Film Festival and luxury shopping, featuring beautiful beaches, the iconic Palais des Festivals, and the charming old town of Le Suquet with cobbled streets and panoramic views.
Top sights
Palais des Festivals, La Croisette, Le Suquet (old town), Îles de Lérins, Covered Market (Marché Forville), Notre-Dame d'Esperance
Things to do
- Palais des Festivals
- Famous venue where film festival stars gather, featuring 22 steps for iconic photographs.
- Îles de Lérins
- Two islands in the bay with Ste Marguerite offering shops, bars, restaurants and snorkeling, and St Honorat featuring a monastery and ruined castle.
- Tour du Masque
- Historic attraction said to be haunted by the ghost of the Man in the Iron Mask.
- Molinard
- Perfume factory in Grasse where visitors learn how perfume is made and can view famous perfume bottles.
Beaches
- La Croisette beaches
- Mostly private beaches costing up to €30 per day with sunbed and shade, though public beaches exist at the far east and west of town.
- Îles de Lérins beaches
- Quieter coves with palm tree shade and rocky areas suitable for snorkeling.
Where to eat
- 24 Suquet Restaurant
- Chic and cosy restaurant in the old town serving fine Provincial cuisine.
- La Palme d'Or
- Two Michelin star restaurant at Hôtel Martinez overlooking the bay with high-standard food and impeccable service.
Bars and nightlife
- Ste Marguerite island bars
- Bars located on the larger Îles de Lérins island accessible by hourly ferries.
Forecast for Cannes
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Weather in Cannes by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F | 42°F | 1.9 in | 5 |
| February | 57°F | 43°F | 2.9 in | 7 |
| March | 60°F | 45°F | 3.1 in | 6 |
| April | 64°F | 50°F | 2.3 in | 6 |
| May | 71°F | 57°F | 2.1 in | 9 |
| June | 79°F | 65°F | 1.5 in | 6 |
| July | 85°F | 71°F | 0.5 in | 2 |
| August | 85°F | 71°F | 0.9 in | 4 |
| September | 78°F | 64°F | 1.9 in | 5 |
| October | 70°F | 58°F | 5.5 in | 9 |
| November | 62°F | 49°F | 5.1 in | 9 |
| December | 57°F | 44°F | 3.0 in | 6 |
Getting around
Walking is often fastest for exploring Cannes; alternatively, use the efficient bus system with services every 15 minutes or hail a taxi on the street.
What to eat
Dining is expensive but offers fresh regional produce; the best value and atmosphere are in rue Meynadier in Le Suquet or in the back streets of rue d'Antibes, with excellent options also available in nearby Le Cannet.
Tips
Purchase a Carte 10 bus pass at the bus office for reduced-rate tickets, and use off-street parking garages like Fontville for easy access to the port and old town.
Best for
Film Festival, Luxury Shopping, Beaches, Yachting
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