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Antibes is a Mediterranean resort in the Alpes-Maritimes department of southeastern France, on the Côte d'Azur between Cannes and Nice. The town of Juan-les-Pins is in the commune of Antibes and the Sophia Antipolis technology park is northwest of it.


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1 - Promenade de la Croisette

   9 km away

The Promenade de la Croisette, or Boulevard de la Croisette, is a prominent road in Cannes, France. It stretches along the shore of the Mediterranean Sea and is about 2 km long.

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2 - Fort Carré

Fort Carré, often Fort Carré d'Antibes, is a 16th-century star-shaped fort of four arrow-head shaped bastions, that stands on the outskirts of Antibes, France.

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3 - Boat Tours in Nice

   18 km away

Discover the coastline of the French Riviera between Nice and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat during a 1.5 hour boat trip! Spend time at sea at the best time of the day on the coast from Nice to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat aboard a 12 seaters semi-rigid boat, guided...

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4 - Cannes

   9 km away

Cannes is a city located on the French Riviera. It is a commune located in the Alpes-Maritimes department, and host city of the annual Cannes Film Festival, Midem, and Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.

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5 - Marineland

The Marineland of Antibes is a theme park founded in 1970 by Roland de La Poype in Antibes, in the French Riviera. On 26 hectares it includes a marine zoological park with dolphinarium, a water park, a children's play park, a mini golf and a three-star hotel.

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6 - Wakeboarding in Nice

   8 km away

Climb on a buoy towed by a boat in Cagnes-sur-Mer and try not to fall into the water! The towed buoy is one of the most fun activities to do with family or friends to enjoy the sea and make the full of sensations! Between Nice and Antibes, Watersport...

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7 - Musée Picasso

The Musée Picasso, formerly the Château Grimaldi at Antibes, is built upon the foundations of the ancient Greek town of Antipolis. Antibes is a resort town in the Alpes-Maritimes department in southeastern France, on the Mediterranean Sea.

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8 - Golfe-Juan

Golfe-Juan is a seaside resort on France's Côte d'Azur. The distinct local character of Golfe-Juan is indicated by the existence of a demonym, "Golfe-Juanais", which is applied to its inhabitants.

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9 - Scuba Diving in Nice

   18 km away

Enjoy your first dive in Nice in complete safety with Chango Diving's professional instructors! Based in the port of Nice, the Chango Diving school invites you to take part in a total immersion experience, suitable for complete beginners, at well-kno...

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10 - Île Saint-Honorat

   10 km away

The Île Saint-Honorat is the second largest of the Lérins Islands, about a mile off shore from the French Riviera town of Cannes. The island is approximately 1.5 kilometers in length and 400 meters wide. Since the fifth century, the island has been home to a community of monks.

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11 - Île Sainte-Marguerite

   9 km away

The Île Sainte-Marguerite is the largest of the Lérins Islands, about half a mile off shore from the French Riviera town of Cannes. The island is approximately 3 kilometres in length and 900 metres across. The island is most famous for its fortress prison, in which the so-called Man in the Iron Mask was held in the 17th century.

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12 - Jet Skiing in Antibes

Enjoy Jet Ski with Jet 27 in Villeneuve-Loubet near Antibes and feel the sensations of gliding and speed that this machine gives you. At the gates of the seaside resort of Antibes, in Villeneuve-Loubet, close to Marineland and Antibeland, find yourse...

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13 - Juan-les-Pins

Juan-les-Pins is a town and a health resort and spa in the commune of Antibes, in the Alpes-Maritimes, in southeastern France, on the Côte d'Azur. It is situated between Nice and Cannes, 13 kilometres from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport.

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14 - Cap d'Antibes

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15 - Snorkeling in Antibes

   6 km away

Enjoy a day by boat to discover the wonders of the Pelagos sanctuary and snorkel in the natural setting of Cap d'Antibes! Reserve your day for a 6-hour boat trip off the French Riviera, within the Pelagos* sanctuary and in the creeks of Cap d'Antibes...

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16 - Château de la Napoule

   16 km away

The Château de la Napoule is a restored French castle, located in Mandelieu-la-Napoule in the Alpes-Maritimes Department of France, It has been classified as an historical landmark since 1993, and the gardens are listed by the French Ministry of Culture as among the Notable gardens of France.

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17 - Tourrettes-sur-Loup

   16 km away

Tourrettes-sur-Loup is a commune in the Alpes-Maritimes department in southeastern France. It has been called Tourrettes-sur-Loup ever since the early twentieth century although prior to that it was known as Tourrettes-les-Vence, that occurred in the sixteenth century and lasted until the French revolution.

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18 - Promenade des Anglais

   16 km away
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19 - Castle of Nice

   18 km away

The Castle of Nice was a citadel used for military purposes. Built at the top of a hill, it stood overlooking the bay of Nice from the 11th century to the 18th century.

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20 - Nice Cathedral

   18 km away

Nice Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in the city of Nice in southern France. The cathedral is the seat of the Diocese of Nice. The construction of the main part of the current cathedral's body started in 1650 and finished in 1685.

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21 - Nice

   18 km away

Nice is the seventh most populous urban area in France and the capital of the Alpes-Maritimes department. The metropolitan area of Nice extends beyond the administrative city limits, with a population of about 1 million on an area of 721 km².

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22 - Grasse

   18 km away

Grasse is a commune in the Alpes-Maritimes department, on the French Riviera. The town is considered the world's capital of perfume. It obtained two flowers in the Concours des villes et villages fleuris contest and was made "Ville d'Art et d'Histoire".

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23 - Castle Hill

   18 km away
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24 - Port Lympia

   18 km away
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25 - Place Masséna

   18 km away
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Why should you visit Antibes ?


Travel to Antibes if you like:

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How to visit Antibes ?

To get to Antibes, you can fly into Nice Côte d'Azur International Airport, which is only 20 km away. From the airport, you can take a train, bus, or taxi to Antibes. The train from Nice to Antibes takes around 20 minutes and is the most convenient option. Alternatively, you can rent a car at the airport and drive along the beautiful coastline to Antibes.

It's recommended to book accommodation and any special events or tours in advance, especially during the high season (June to August). If you're visiting during this period, consider booking a beach club for a day to guarantee a spot on the sand.

The costs associated with visiting Antibes can vary depending on your preferences. Accommodation ranges from budget-friendly hostels to luxurious hotels, while dining options include affordable local eateries and high-end restaurants. Expect to spend around €100-€150 per day on average.

The best things to do in Antibes include:
- Strolling through the old town and visit the Picasso Museum, which houses a fantastic collection of the artist's works.
- Relaxing on one of the many sandy beaches, such as Plage de la Garoupe or Plage de la Gravette.
- Exploring the vibrant Marché Provençal, a daily market that offers delicious local produce, cheeses, and other delicacies.
- Visiting the Fort Carré, a 16th-century fort with stunning panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea.

For dining, consider:
- Le Brulot Pasta, a cozy Italian restaurant with delicious homemade pasta.
- Bacon, a renowned seafood restaurant offering exquisite dishes with amazing views of the sea.
- Le Comptoir de la Tourraque, a charming bistro with a fantastic selection of traditional French cuisine.

Regarding accommodation, consider:
- Hotel Josse, a charming and budget-friendly hotel located near the beach.
- La Jabotte Boutique Hotel, a unique and intimate hotel with a beautiful garden setting.
- Royal Antibes - Luxury Hotel, Residence, Beach & Spa, a high-end option with modern amenities and sea views.

Off the beaten path:
For a unique and unusual travel experience in Antibes, consider exploring the nearby Îles de Lérins. These pristine islands, just off the coast of Cannes, offer a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the Riviera. You can reach them by a short ferry ride from Antibes or Cannes. On the island of Sainte-Marguerite, you'll find the fascinating Fort Royal, which once held the mysterious Man in the Iron Mask prisoner. The smaller island of Saint-Honorat is home to a working monastery, where you can sample the monks' famous wines and liqueurs. The islands are also a great spot for hiking and swimming in crystal clear waters, making for an unforgettable day trip.




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Antibes is one of the most popular seaside destinations on the French Riviera. 

Beautiful and surprising, the city is also a fascinating cultural city, animated and which inherited an exceptional historical heritage. Following the coastline from Cap d'Antibes to Juan-les-Pins, you will discover a succession of picturesque beaches. While some of them are developed, others have preserved their wild character. 

Whether you are a couple or a family, you will easily find the beach of your dreams to fully enjoy swimming and relaxing.
Close to these magnificent sandy stretches and benefiting from privileged contact with the Mediterranean vegetation, the top-of-the-range hotels that we have selected for you, promise relaxation and absolute comfort. Available at exclusive prices during our private travel sales, these prestigious establishments give you access to numerous activities.

A walk in the heart of the city of Antibes will give you the opportunity to admire some remarkable monuments. On the Saint-Roch peninsula, the Fort Carré is a fortified construction built by Vauban in the 16th century.
The Picasso Museum in Antibes also benefits from a fortified setting, as the works of the Cubist genius are exhibited in the Grimaldi Castle. It is impossible to visit Antibes without stopping at the Picasso Museum!

The superb building that houses it, a former palace of the princes of Monaco, looks directly out onto the Mediterranean.
This is a perfect setting to take full advantage of when visiting the museum, especially on the terrace overlooking the sea and the Cap d'Antibes.

The museum's collections retrace the artist's various creative periods, particularly those during which he lived on the French Riviera. Antibes was a great inspiration to Picasso and he remained in the area until he died in 1973.

You will be able to discover his studio since one of the large rooms of the palace was made available to him to create. The museum was created during the artist's lifetime, a rare occurrence in the art world.

Apart from its strongholds, Antibes also has many exceptional villas all along the Cap d'Antibes, including the Villa Eilenroc, which is open to the public and has a magnificent neoclassical style.
Its garden is stunningly beautiful, with rose and olive trees. Overlooking a small stretch of forest and illuminating up to 60 km offshore on beautiful starry nights, the Garoupe lighthouse is one of the highest monuments in the Alpes-Maritimes.

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Cap d'Antibes (10 min): the peninsula located south of Antibes is a preserved place that can be discovered partly on foot, thanks to the coastal path, between woods and heavenly bay. But a majority of the cape is the property of privileged people and one can only guess the sumptuous villas which hide behind the gates...

Cannes and the Lerins Islands (25 min away): if Cannes is known for its film festival, it is also a pretty town that hides the wonders of the Lerins Islands. An idyllic setting with preserved nature, to discover absolutely in the region.

Nice (35 min away): the capital of the French Riviera remains a must in the region! Between the Promenade des Anglais, the old city full of colors, the hill of the castle or its magnificent port, find my must-sees to visit Nice in a weekend.

Grasse (40 min away): famous for its perfumes, Grasse is above all a sunny yellow town full of charm perched on the heights of the French Riviera, a few kilometers from Antibes. It is full of secrets, which have made it the capital of perfumery over the centuries! Come and experience a perfumed day in Grasse with me!

For more ideas of things to do in Antibes, don't hesitate to visit the website of the tourist office!

Antibes is located 35 minutes west of Nice by car and 15 minutes by train.
It takes 2h15 by train from Marseille (2h by car) and 5h30 from Paris.

The nearest international airport is Nice Côté d'Azur (25 min by car).













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