Activities
ACTIVITIES IN AND AROUND CANNES
Our beautiful city of Cannes has lush green spaces accessible to outdoor sports enthusiasts as well as fans of verdant gazebos. These itineraries scattered around the city form protected areas to (re) discover according to the seasons. Around Cannes, there is no shortage of activities, whether cultural or outdoor: Saint -Tropez and its Citadel, Saint-Paul-de-Vence and its Maeght Foundation , Grasse and its perfumes, Antibes and its coastal path… During your stay in our charming 3-star hotel in Cannes, we will be at your entire disposal to inform you and advise you on the activities to be carried out at nearby.
Forville market and shopping in Cannes
Oldest covered market in Cannes, the Forville Market, near Le Suquet, is the local address for fresh quality produce. Herbs from the garrigue, seasonal vegetables and fruits, olives, typical condiments, fish from Mediterranean waters, charcuterie and Cannes specialties, here we are locavore. Go through the shopping street Meynadier to reach this delicious daily show, dedicated to the flea market on Mondays.
Two other markets are dedicated to Provençal products: La Bocca market, very diversified , and the < strong>Gambetta market, which animates the city center of Cannes every morning (except Mondays).
Cannes is to shopping what the steps are to the Palais des Festivals, a must! The flagship address of shopping in Cannes rest the Croisette. With its palaces, the boulevard is the signature of Cannes, it is also the address of haute couture houses and luxury ready-to-wear boutiques. Parallel to the Croisette, Rue d’Antibes is more diverse, from fashion boutiques to decoration stores and fashionable tea rooms. More convivial, rue Meynadier: this pedestrian street which extends the district of Suquet is the historic shopping street of Cannes.
Discover a wide choice of outdoor activities in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region
Sports activities, nautical activities, mountain activities, family activities, discover the top activities #cotedazurfrance
Hiking in the region
– The cross of the guards forest natural park
– The Cap Roux massif
– Cap D’Antibes
– Cranes crest circuit
– The Tour de l’Aiguille in Théoule
– The Napoule castle
– The park of Valmasque
– The gorges of the Siagne
Monaco, Eze Village, Saint Paul de Vence
Monte-Carlo , with its casino, palaces and lush gardens, is synonymous worldwide with gaming and extreme luxury. The Monaco Grand Prix is one of the oldest and most prestigious car races. It is contested in the Principality of Monaco, on an urban circuit which crosses the Principality.
Through its views and the beauty of its hilltop village, Èze is one of the most beautiful sites of the French Riviera . The town is not limited to the village, it begins with its pretty beaches of sand and includes exceptional hiking trails . Èze has long held its reputation for its carnations and mandarins before being known for its exceptional exotic garden and gastronomy .
In its vegetable and mineral setting Saint-Paul de Vence preserves the secret of a simple and inspiring lifestyle. 26 km from Cannes, standing on its rocky outcrop and surrounded by its ramparts built on the orders of François I °, St Paul is certainly one of the most beautiful villages of Provence .
The coastal path at Cap d'Antibes
From the beach of Garoupe to Villa Eilenroc , this 2.7 km route makes its way through the steep rocks and along the imposing walls of the Garoupe and Croë castles. It offers an exceptional panorama of the Lérins Islands and the first summits of the Mercantour.
The Maeght Foundation & Fernand Leger Museum
Located in Saint-Paul de Vence and inaugurated in 1964 by André Malraux, the Fondation Maeght is one of the must-see places on the Côte d’Azur . Start your visit with the gardens, the chapel and the entrance to the Foundation which overlooks the Giacometti Court, then head to the Miro garden.
The national museum Fernand Léger at Biot offers its visitors an overview of the main trends in modern art. Accessible to all, the museum organizes many ways to approach its collections and allows you to get acquainted with the great names of the 20th century and to analyze the major works of each movement.
On the way to Saint-Tropez
In St Tropez everything is famous and celebrated: The beaches: Bouillabaisse, Caneliers, Salins, Pampelonne … there are around forty on the peninsula.
place des Lices where, under the plane trees, there are games of pétanques mixing show business and local stars wearing the famous leather sandals, the « Tropéziennes and sipping Pastis as an aperitif. A typical Provencal market takes place every Tuesday and Saturday morning on Place des Lices
A boat shuttle service is available from the port of Cannes , for only 1h15 of crossing.
Fragonard, Molinard & Galimard perfumeries
In a large 350m² space, the Fragonard store at Cannes offers all of its universes: perfumery, cosmetics, but also the art of living, decoration, fashion, accessories and a very complete selection of exclusive gifts! Take advantage of a 15% discount when coming from the hotel.
Perfumery Molinard in Grasse today offers you to discover the art of perfume through various olfactory workshops: The Bar of Fragrances: awaken your senses with a 20-minute workshop and a few essences to combine to create your fragrance. L’Atelier des Parfums: let yourself be guided by an expert who will teach you for one hour the subtle art of creating your own perfume. La Villa du Parfumeur: a unique olfactory experience with over 100 essences and 2 hours to create your fragrance.
The perfume factory is now open to the public in Grasse, the opportunity to learn more about the manufacture of perfumes Galimard , observe the old machines and other stills, discover the different extraction methods… At the end of this guided tour, the store will welcome you to present its perfumes, soaps, cosmetics….