Weekend Guide · France
Weekend in Cannes
Cannes — the glamorous Riviera city synonymous with the world’s most famous film festival, luxury yachts, boutique shopping, and golden Mediterranean beaches..
Arrive & Explore Cannes
Boulevard de la Croisette
Cannes’ legendary seafront promenade lined with palm trees, grand hotels, designer boutiques, and stunning sea views
Palais des Festivals et des Congrès
The iconic venue hosting the Cannes Film Festival — walk the famous red carpet steps and see handprints of cinema legends
Lérins Islands
A pair of tranquil islands just off the coast — Île Sainte-Honorat has a working monastery and vineyards, while Île Sainte-Marguerite hides a historic fortress
Hidden Gems & Local Flavours
Le Suquet – Old Quarter
The charming hilltop old town with narrow cobblestone streets, a medieval castle museum (Musée de la Castre), and the best panoramic views over the bay and Lérins Islands
Marché Forville
Cannes' magnificent covered market just behind the Croisette — a morning feast of Provençal vegetables, fresh flowers, artisan cheeses, local fish, and Niçoise specialities
Local Tips
- 1France suits a range of budgets.
- 2France is very safe for tourists.