Top Things to Do in Cannes France During a Day Trip
Cannes France is famous for the Cannes Film Festival and its mini “Hollywood Walk of Fame”. You will also find high-end boutiques, an old town of cobbled streets with shutter-adorned buildings, and sandy beaches next to turquoise blue water. Whether you are on a cruise and have a shore day in Cannes or are visiting by train from Nice, one day in Cannes is the perfect amount of time in this glamorous Côte d’Azur town. Continue reading for how to spend one day in Cannes France. I have no regrets taking a day trip to Cannes!
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How to Get to Cannes from Cannes
Cannes France is located on the Mediterranean Sea in the French Riviera. The city is well connected by the SNCF train line running along the coast. The train is the quickest and most cost-efficient way to get to Cannes from Nice. Cannes is an easy 30-40 minute train ride from the Nice train station to the Cannes train station. Tip: Sit on the left-hand side for coastal views.
How to Get Around Cannes
Cannes is a walkable city. There is also an one hour tourist train departing from Palais des Festivals. If you prefer to have someone else do the planning, browse the Get Your Guide organized excursions.
Day Trip to Cannes: Must-See Sights and Experiences
Le Suquet | Eglise Notre Dame d’Esperance | Chemin Des Etoiles | Promenade de la Croisette | Forville Market
How to Spend Your Day in Cannes France
Wander around Le Suquet, the old quarter full of cobbled streets and pastel buildings
Check out the view of Cannes from Eglise Notre Dame d’Esperance and Château de la Castre
Photograph the Cannes sign
See the Chemin Des Etoiles (Hollywood Walk of Fame)
Take a selfie on the red carpet at The Palace of Festivals and Congresses
Shop for souvenirs on Rue Meynadier
Go for a swim at Plage du Midi or Plage Zamenhof
People watch at Promenade de la Croisette
Grab picnic supplies at Forville Market
Rent a beach chair and relax next to the Mediterranean Sea at one of the beach bars
Climb the turrets at the Musée de La Castre for panoramic views
Photograph the cinema-related Murs Peints (“Painted walls”) around town
Check the French Riviera Office of Tourism website for upcoming festivals, special events, and what’s happening during your stay.
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