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According to the Booking.com database, there are 104 hotels in Cannes. All of them, including half a dozen non-star hotels, have free Wi-Fi. The number of 2*, 3* and 4* hotels differs slightly, 28, 30 and 34 establishments, respectively. 22 hotels have a restaurant, 31 offer room service. There are a lot of Russian tourists in Cannes hotels, especially during the high season. Thus, in the legendary Martinez Hotel in the low season, 9% of guests are Russians; in the high season, the share of vacationers from the Russian Federation reaches 20%. At Radisson Blu & Spa, the figures are even higher - during the high season, Russians make up about half of the guests.
A significant part of the hotels are located on the first beach lines. The main “highlight” of elite seaside establishments is their own beaches, where sun umbrellas and sun loungers often have to be booked for additional money in advance. The most expensive hotels are located on the famous Croisette, but the price of a room can vary significantly within the same establishment.
Sea View greatly influences the cost of living; rooms without sea views are much cheaper. Another saving option is early booking. If in summer the cost of a room in exquisite coastal hotels is 500-600 euros per night, then in early and mid-autumn, when the number of tourists decreases, but the sea is still warm like summer, prices drop significantly. In particular, in establishments of the Kyriad or Ibis chains it is easy to rent a room for about fifty euros per day.
The most common power type is RO, unpowered. Over a third of hotels, mostly 3-5*, offer breakfast, buffet or continental. A tenth of the hotels offer guests their own kitchen, where you can prepare lunch or dinner from fresh ingredients.
Sights of Cannes
Above the central part of the old town of Cannes rises the Suquet hill with the 22-meter tower of the same name, the most colorful historical and architectural monument of the historical center of the city. The hill offers magnificent views of the bay. Behind the fortress walls surrounding the tower is the Church of Notre-Dame de l'Esperance (Church of Our Lady of Hope, 17th century). A sightseeing tram departs regularly from the cinema, which broadcasts films from the famous annual film festival. Tourists can listen to the text of the excursion through headphones in French, German, English and Russian.
Fans of contemporary art should check out the Bellini Chapel Museum and the Galerie de la Malmaison. On the island of Saint-Honorat, connected to the mainland by ferry, is the Lérins Abbey, founded in the 5th century AD, which once owned the fishing village of Cannes. Nowadays, the monastery belongs to the Cistercians, who opened only the cloister, the abbey church and the museum of medieval manuscripts to the public.
In addition to Catholic cathedrals, Cannes also has a Russian Orthodox Church, the Archangel Michael Church. You can learn a lot of interesting things about the history of the city and the entire Mediterranean region at the Musee de la Castre (French: Musee de la Castre), where artifacts dating back to different eras and civilizations are exhibited. The Museum of the Sea (Musee de la Mer) exhibits items from sunken ships on public display.
Tourists who choose the Cote d'Azur for their holiday most often arrive here by plane, which is served by the airport, poetically called the “main gate of Southern Europe”. Local residents recommend staying for a few days in Nice, where there are wonderful beaches right in the central part of the city, magnificent hotels where every traveler is greeted as a dear guest, Mediterranean markets with armfuls of lavender and a scattering of ripe fruits, numerous attractions that will not leave anyone indifferent , and excellent viewing platforms from which a magnificent panorama of the coast opens.
After relaxing in Nice, you can explore other towns on the coast. Of particular interest are the holiday city, which annually hosts the famous film festival in May, and a resort for lovers of the beautiful life. There are several options for getting from Nice to Cannes, and all of them are worth considering.
Cannes is located 27 km from Nice Airport. You can cover this distance in 30 minutes. And Cannes also has Mandelieu Airport, which is intended for aviation tourism and business flights. In other words, the airport in Cannes only accepts private jets. Therefore, the plane can be excluded from the list of public transport with which you can get to Cannes.
The most acceptable way
Most tourists travel from Nice to Cannes by rail. The advantages of traveling by train between the cities of the Cote d'Azur are obvious:
- the traveler does not depend on traffic jams;
- 57 trains depart from Nice Gare Nice Ville train station towards Cannes with a frequency of approximately 15-20 minutes;
- a train ticket costs a little more than a bus ticket, but the difference is not great. The minimum ticket price for the Nice-Cannes train is 5.5 euros.
To buy tickets for the train going to Cannes at the lowest cost, we recommend that you book them in advance. Tickets are usually put on sale 3 months before departure, and in some cases even 6 months. For comparison: a ticket purchased 28 days before travel will cost 7.38 euros, 14 days before - 7.54 euros, on the day of travel - 7.69 euros.
The average train journey from Nice to Cannes takes 34 minutes. The high-speed train will cover the distance between cities in 23 minutes.
The first train to Cannes leaves at 05:27 am daily. The last train leaves at 21:30 pm. Trains departing early in the morning or late at night may be passing and have sleeper berths. On weekends and holidays, the interval of trains in this direction may increase.
It doesn't get any cheaper
Ask locals on the street in Nice for the cheapest way to get to Cannes. And you will get a comprehensive answer - on regular bus number 200, the final stop of which is called Congrès/Promenade. It is located on the Promenade des Anglais between Meyerbee and Rivoli streets. In Nice, this bus makes 9 more stops, also stopping at Nice Airport along the way. The final stop in Cannes is located near the train station. In Nice the bus takes 20 minutes, in Cannes, where it makes 8 stops, it takes 17 minutes. It covers the route between Nice and Cannes in 1 hour 25 minutes. This is quite a long time, so if you are pressed for time, it is better to use rail transport. Bus number 200 also calls at , so if you wish, you can get off in this charming town for a walk.
The first bus leaves Nice at 6:05 am from Monday to Saturday and at 7:45 on Sunday and public holidays. The last flight departs at 21:45 regardless of the day of the week. The frequency of the bus is 15 minutes. There are always tickets for this type of transport. You can buy them directly from the driver. The fare is 1.5 euros.
By car
Many tourists prefer not to depend on public transport and explore the region by traveling in a rented car. This is beneficial from an economic point of view if you are vacationing with a group. Traveling by car can also significantly save time spent waiting for buses, trains, etc. The disadvantages of this method of transportation include expensive gasoline, traffic jams and sometimes long searches for free parking spaces.
Traveling by car in the south is a pleasure. Excellent road surface and excellent weather conditions make for long trips. You can also get from Nice to Cannes by car. There are two options for such a trip. The first involves a partial (approximately 20 km out of 35.5 km) trip on the A8 toll motorway (toll costs 3 euros). Tourists will spend 42 minutes on the way. A trip along the sea coast will take about 1 hour. And this is not because the road with magnificent views outside the window is longer. On the contrary, it is only 33.8 km. The delay in travel is caused by the fact that the highway by the sea is free, which means it is overloaded with cars. In both the first and second cases, travelers will spend about 3.35-3.50 euros on gasoline.
Exotic options
If for some reason you cannot leave Nice by train or bus, then you can consider more expensive travel options, which tourists usually immediately reject as too expensive. So, Cannes is easily accessible by taxi, which will follow one of two routes: along the A8 toll road or along the highway along the coast. Accordingly, the taxi will arrive in Cannes in about an hour. The cost of the trip will be about 80-100 euros.
During the high season, you can get from Nice to Cannes by sea on a pleasure tourist boat, which makes stops at several other resorts on the Cote d'Azur. The minimum travel time will be 1 hour 15 minutes. Tickets for such a boat are unreasonably expensive - about 70 euros.
Finally, the most exotic way to find yourself in Cannes just 7 minutes after leaving Nice is to take a helicopter. A flight for 1 person will cost 160 euros. The ticket also includes transportation of one suitcase. The second suitcase is paid additionally (50 euros for each piece of luggage). Flying by helicopter to Cannes is a great opportunity to feel like a star!
My sister and I vacationed in Nice in June, but we didn’t want to spend the entire vacation in one place, and since Cannes is located next to Nice, we decided to go to this city. And now I will tell you the easiest way to do this.
From Nice to Cannes by car
If you have a car during your holiday in France, it will become your reliable assistant when traveling in this country. And since the distance between Nice and Cannes is only thirty-five kilometers, the most convenient way to get to Cannes is by personal transport. You need to take one of the exits from Nice, for example Voie Pierre Mathis, and take the A8 motorway and follow it towards Avenue de Alliés/D6285, then take exit 42 towards Cannes-Centre. The road is in excellent condition - an eight-lane highway, with four lanes in each direction. However, some sections of the routes are toll-free. If you avoid traffic jams, you will reach Cannes in forty-five minutes.
If you prefer public modes of transport to a car, the information below should be useful to you, I will tell you how you can get to Cannes from Nice by train and bus. Let's start with the train.
From Nice to Cannes by train
There are a lot of trains on this route, so you can leave for Cannes from Nice at almost any time, as well as return back. In more detail about the schedule, I will say that the first flight departs at five hours and twenty-one minutes in the morning, and the last one at twenty-two hours and twenty minutes. Several flights depart every hour to Cannes. Trains travel twenty-five to thirty-five minutes. What trains go to Cannes? These are TER and TGV trains. The TER train is more like a commuter train; they serve flights between French cities that are not far from one another. This train makes many stops and travels slower than its other colleagues, but many tourists prefer to travel on this train because tickets are cheaper. The TGV train is a true symbol of France. This is a high-speed train that reaches speeds of up to two hundred kilometers per hour. It has two classrooms and is seating only. However, when traveling to Cannes, these differences are virtually eliminated, because the difference in the duration of the trip is only a few minutes. Trains depart from NICE VILLE station, as well as NICE ST AUGUSTIN .
Ticket prices
Tickets for the TER train will cost you 5.9 euros in second class. But tickets for a trip on the “railroad symbol of France” TGV train will cost a little more: for second class at a semi-flexible fare 7.30 euros, for second class at a flexible fare – 11.60 euros.
Buying tickets
Tickets to Cannes can be purchased at the ticket offices of NICE ST AUGUSTIN and NICE VILLE stations. You can also buy tickets online; the French railway website has been created for this: http://www.sncf.com
From Nice to Cannes by bus
Since the distance between the cities is small, here we cannot find the legendary Eurolines buses, which are so loved by tourists in all European countries. However, there is a bus line 200 between Nice and Cannes. Where can you catch the bus in Nice? For example, at the Méridien Nice stop, it is located at the intersection of Avenue Verdun and the Promenade des Anglais. And in Cannes you can get off the bus, for example, at a stop near the Palais des Festivals, which is located at the intersection of Louis Blanc and Promand de la Pantiero streets, as well as near the port. However, since there are more intercity stops, you can ask local residents or the bus driver about them. The schedule of this bus is a delicate matter))) You can see it at the bus stops, and if you believe it, the buses depart approximately every fifteen minutes. However, in fact, the bus travels approximately once every forty minutes.
Buying tickets
You can buy a ticket at stations or at special kiosks, but purchasing a travel document may be more profitable.
Ticket prices
The ticket price is good news, as it is only 1.5 euros.
These are the most convenient options for traveling to Cannes, choose the one that suits you most and travel with pleasure.
Cannes is the jewel of the Cote d'Azur, where the rich and famous flock. This city is primarily associated with luxury, big money, social parties, trips on luxury yachts and other attributes of a beautiful life. But back in the 19th century, Cannes was a simple and unremarkable fishing village.
The city has a very tiny historical part, limited to the Le Suquet quarter. However, here too there will be something to see for inquisitive tourists. For entertainment, head to Rue d'Antibes and the Croisette. Gourmets should definitely visit one of the Michelin-starred restaurants to experience haute couture cuisine. Well, for lovers of sea walks there is a direct route to the picturesque Lerins Islands.
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One of the most significant events in the world of auteur cinema, the Cannes Film Festival, takes place at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, which is located on the Croisette near the old port. Previously, this building housed a casino. Despite the worldwide fame and undeniable cultural value of this place, the architecture of the building is not admirable, since the palace looks like a monumental giant of the socialist era.
A promenade that stretches along the coast of Cannes. The appearance of the Croisette was formed in the 19th century; it was built on the site of an old road, known since the times of the Roman Empire. The promenade connects Cape Palm Beach and the Palace of Festivals and Congresses. Along the alley there are shops of famous designers, luxury hotels that only accept guests of the Cannes Festival, restaurants and casinos.
A small area near Mount Chevalier, which consists of only a few narrow streets. This place is also called the Old Town. There are several historical attractions here: the Cathedral of Our Lady of Hope, a watchtower and the Castle de la Caste with a museum. Le Suquet has several expensive restaurants with excellent cuisine that can please even the most discerning gourmets.
The Old Port is adjacent to the historic district of Le Suquet. It is a famous symbol of Cannes and the entire French Riviera. Today, on its territory there is a picturesque marina where snow-white yachts and other, more modest vessels are moored. Fishing boats set out to sea from the piers hoping for a rich catch. The Royal Regatta also starts from here every year.
The main alley of Cannes, where tourists can find boutiques, restaurants and coffee shops. This place has long been chosen by representatives of European and American bohemia; you can often see world-famous stars here. Architecturally, Antibes is an ordinary street in a French city with stone facades stuck to each other, paved sidewalks and a narrow roadway.
The alley is located near the Palace of Festivals and Congresses. It is a part of the sidewalk where slabs with handprints of famous people are embedded. It won’t even be immediately noticeable against the general background. In general, people do not show any “respect” for the stars: sellers place goods on the slabs, passersby pass by every now and then, which is why some of the prints are not in the best condition.
Forville is the most famous market on the French Riviera. It is visited by both ordinary people and chefs of gourmet restaurants to purchase fresh products for their culinary masterpieces. It seems that all the best things are sold here: vegetables, fruits, fish, meats, cheeses and herbs look just like in a freshly drawn picture. Bargaining is possible and necessary, but sellers often speak only French.
The museum collection is located on the grounds of the castle, built to protect the city from attack from the sea. Archaeological, ethnographic and artistic exhibits are exhibited here. Visitors can see paintings by Cannes and Provençal artists, ancient artifacts from different parts of the world, statues, icons, calligraphy and many other interesting items. At the entrance to the museum there is another attraction - a watchtower.
The museum is located on the island of St. Margaret, a 20-minute boat ride from the coast of Cannes, in the former building of the royal prison of Fort Royal. The collection is an exhibition of archaeological finds recovered from the seabed and dating back to different time periods. Temporary photo exhibitions are also held here. Tourists will be interested in visiting the cell of the mysterious prisoner known as the “Iron Mask”.
The temple is located in the historical quarter of Le Suquet. The building was erected at the beginning of the 17th century to meet the needs of the growing flock. The facade of the church is built in the Gothic style, the bell tower is designed in an older Romanesque style, and the gate has clear Renaissance features. The external and internal appearance of the temple is distinguished by restraint and even some modesty. In summer there is a music festival here.
The temple is located next to the Palais des Festivals and Congresses, a block from the Croisette. The first chapel was erected on this site in the 16th century, at that time it was surrounded by poor fishermen's huts. The modern building was built in the second half of the 19th century. A famous historical event is associated with Notre-Dame de Bon Voyage - Napoleon's triumphal march to Paris in 1815.
An Orthodox church built according to the design of the French architect L. Nouveau at the end of the 19th century. The building is located on Alexandra III Boulevard. The church was erected on the initiative of Russian immigrants, since for a long time the only Orthodox parish operated in Cannes in the villa of the Russian aristocrat A.F. Tripe (Skripitsyna), which could hardly accommodate everyone. The temple was built in the neo-Russian eclectic style.
The abbey is an important shrine in France; a considerable number of pilgrims come here. The monastery is located on the island of Saint-Honorat, about 3 km from Cannes. The complex consists of several dozen architectural objects: towers, fortresses, churches, outbuildings. The brothers grow oranges, grapes and lavender. Many tourists come here for the monastery wine and liqueur.
It is quite typical for France that ancient cemeteries become popular architectural attractions. The necropolis of Grand Jas in Cannes did not escape this fate. Many famous personalities and war heroes are buried in this place. Its territory is divided into Anglo-Saxon, Italian, Russian and Jewish sections. The cemetery administration offers tourists the services of a tour guide.
An archipelago off the Cote d'Azur, consisting of two inhabited islands (Sainte-Margritte and Sainte-Honorat) and several uninhabited islands. They were greased back in the era of Ancient Rome. In the 5th century, Bishop Honorat of Arelat founded a monastery here. The islands can be reached by pleasure boat. Tourists come here to relax and enjoy the silence, beauty and peace of mind after the arrogant Cannes.
Cannes is a small but very fashionable seaside resort 30 kilometers from Nice. To be fair, there are not many attractions here, although the Cannes lifestyle itself in the spring-summer season can be called one big local attraction. “Enjoying life on the Cote d'Azur” - this is roughly how many of its fans who have been coming here for years formulate the concept of a holiday in Cannes. And you can't argue with them.
Unfortunately, you most likely won’t be able to experience the atmosphere of Cannes on a quick visit (for example, coming from Nice to Cannes for a few hours). By the way, this is often associated with the appearance of comments about Cannes in reviews - they say, we saw this village and the palace of film festivals, nothing special, our regional cultural center is even better. You can’t argue about tastes, but the thoroughly bourgeois Cannes will reveal itself to you from the best side only if you immerse yourself in the rhythm of their leisurely relaxation on comfortable beaches, enjoy the obligatory gatherings in numerous restaurants (not necessarily Michelin-starred, the food in Cannes even in “average” restaurants is very decent ), evening walks along the Croisette promenade, exciting shopping on several shopping streets in the city, as well as a magnificent yearly in July and August. I won't say anything about the casino. In general, in order not to feel like “strangers at this celebration of life,” you will have to pay for pleasures in Cannes. Unlike democratic Nice, Cannes could deserve the epithet “pretentious resort”, but I categorically do not like this word when applied to the resorts of the Cote d'Azur. So let’s just say – one of the most respectable on the French Riviera. Let’s finish this lyrical digression and move on to what’s worth seeing in Cannes.
Here you will find perhaps the most comprehensive illustrated online guide to this French city. After reading it, you will know almost everything about Cannes.
How to get to Cannesfrom Nice
The Côte d'Azur has good public transport, so getting from Nice (or Nice Airport) to Cannes is easy. The information provided has been verified and is current as of 2019.
By car From Nice to Cannes the travel time is approximately 20-30 minutes along the A8 highway (there is a toll section). Another way is by car along the sea, which takes longer, but is free and more picturesque through coastal towns and Cape Antibes.
By train: Electric trains from Nice to Cannes depart approximately every half hour (during the daytime there are longer breaks, but no more than an hour and a half). Ticket price (from Nice Ville to Cannes Gare) ~7 euros. Travel time depending on the train category - from 30 to 40 minutes. 7 euros - cost on the regional train TER, on the high-speed TGV - about 11 euros.
By bus: Bus number 200 from the center of Nice (stop Albert 1er/Verdun). Buses depart along the route every 20 minutes. The bus travels long and tediously along the Promenade des Anglais in Nice, stops at the airport and then, with all stops, along the coast to Cannes. Travel time is about 2 hours. But for just 1.5 euros you will see the entire coast between Nice and Cannes.
From Nice Airport to Cannes
To get from Nice airport directly to Cannes, you should use the special express shuttle No. 210.
At the airport, the Cannes Express No. 210 stops at Terminal 1 - platform 3 and Terminal 2 - platform 3.
If you arrive later than 20.00, there is another option - bus 200 CannesRN7 (departure daily from 20.45 to 21.55) from Terminal 1 - platform3.
From Nice airport to Cannes by train - information here http://en.nice.aeroport.fr/Passengers/DIRECTIONS-PARKING/Getting-to-the-airport/Trains I specifically mention this method as one of the last, because from the airport there is still you need to walk at least 10 minutes to the TER - Saint-Augustin train station and wait there for the train, which is inconvenient, and it is better to use the buses.
Transfer from Nice airport
Find out the price , You can book a transfer and get there quickly and comfortably through this form or by following the link (Pros: large reliable company, international taxi service at local prices; when ordering, you can select the class you need, the capacity of the car and additional services, for example, a child car seat; confirmation is sent to your email, and the driver waits at the exit from the arrivals area with a sign with your name on it; the fare is known in advance (no unpleasant surprises!); payment of the full amount only upon arrival at the place)
Where to stay in Cannes
A rather profitable option when holidaying in this far from the cheapest resort on the Cote d'Azur is to rent an apartment or house, especially if you are traveling with a large family or a group of friends. The most popular apartments, located at a distance of 5-10 minutes walk from the beach and the Croisette, are usually booked in advance - 6-8 months, worse options (or more expensive) - 4-6 months. Therefore, if you plan to vacation in Cannes, for example, in the summer, it is better to look for private housing in the winter, or at least no later than March. If you rent a car during your holiday and don’t plan to go to the beach every day, you can look at accommodation options around Cannes - you can find good apartments or houses with a pool and picturesque views in areas of the city such as Le Cannet, Vallauris, Mougins or Cannes La Boca.
Sights of Cannes
Palace of Film Festivals and Congresses (Palais des Festivals et des Congrès) As a calling card of the city of Cannes, it needs no introduction. We see it every year during broadcasts from the Cannes Film Festival. But, in addition to the most famous international event, which has brought Cannes into the category of prestigious resorts in the world, the Palace hosts many other festivals, congresses and conferences throughout the year. This is also associated with seasonal surges in prices for renting apartments and hotels in Cannes: during international “gatherings” of filmmakers, advertisers and representatives of other industries, the cost of housing increases significantly. The record holder in this regard is, of course, the May film festival. Therefore, if you are planning to book accommodation in Cannes, it is worth checking whether your holiday coincides with any international event, so as not to overpay. The first building on the site of the Palace of Film Festivals was built in the middle of the 20th century, but then it was repeatedly updated and completed due to the increased demands of the film industry and its film festival. The Palais des Film Festivals building houses the Cannes tourism office and casino.
By the way, if you have very little time to explore Cannes, you can use tourist train with audio guide, whose parking lot is located on the embankment near the Palace of Film Festivals and which will take you to the most interesting places. The Cannes Cinema Tour has three routes: Historical Tour of the Old Town (35 minutes), Croisette Tour along the famous promenade from the Palais des Film Festivals to Palm Beach and back via Rue d'Antibes (35 minutes), Grand Tour , including both routes. A new product has also appeared - the Night Tour - which will allow you to admire Cannes and the Croisette at night. This tour runs only in summer. Prices from 7 euros for adults to 10 euros (for the Grand Tour).
Palace of Film Festivals and Congresses, Cannes photo
View of the Palace from the sea
The red carpet is an indispensable symbol of Cannes and a favorite attraction for tourists. Few people leave here without having their picture taken like a movie star at a catwalk show.
The Croisette with its luxury hotels. The “Big Cannes Six” are Majestic Barriere, Le Grand Hotel, JW Marriott, Carlton, Le Martinez, Miramar. Just take a walk along the Croisette, sit on the signature blue chairs on the embankment under the spreading pine trees and look at the people strolling along the sea in Cannes. You will see a lot of interesting things.
The old town of Le Suquet and the Old Port located opposite it
The Le Suquet quarter is located on a small hill (Mont Chevalier) above the city on the seashore in the old port area. The old town of Cannes is a traditional building for the area - narrow streets and three- to four-story bright buildings. All the streets lead to the top of the Chevalier, where there is a small castle, church and museum. From the observation deck on the hill there is a beautiful view of the Bay of Napoul and Cannes.
Old town of Cannes photo
Old port in Cannes
Lérins Islands
Located opposite Cannes - one of the most interesting attractions of this resort city. About them in more detail here: with his mysterious prisoner - the Iron Mask and with the ancient abbey.
Villa Pierre Cardin is often mentioned among the attractions of these places, and this is both true and not true. Indeed, the amazing architectural structure belonging to the famous fashion designer can be considered interesting and worthy of attention, but due to its inaccessibility, it cannot be recommended as a place where you should definitely go. You can only drive past Pierre Cardin's villa and photograph it from afar - it is located on the slope of the Esterel mountain range near the town of Théoule-sur-Mer, in a place called Miramar. It is Théoule-sur-Mer and the following Miramar that you should head to from Cannes if you want to see this masterpiece of design. Sometimes the villa opens its doors to visitors, but these are still exceptional cases, such as charity events, so you will have to be content only with its appearance and a stunning panorama of the surrounding area.
Villa Pierre Cardin
“Palace of Bubbles” (Palais bulles) is the name of this creation belonging to Cardin. The photo shows the villa at high magnification. If you are not a friend of Pierre Cardin, unfortunately, you will not be able to get closer.
Throughout the city of Cannes there are objects and drawings reminiscent of its glorious cinematic past and present.
"Movie, movie, movie!"
Handprints of stars near the Palace of Film Festivals
The bus station building in Cannes is painted with scenes from the most famous films of our time
Alain Delon...
...and Marilyn Monroe
Russian Church in Cannes
Known to many, but not everyone knows that a fairly large Russian temple has been opened in Cannes since 1894 - the Archangel Michael Church. It was built with funds donated, among other things, by members of the Russian imperial family who spent time in Cannes and wanted to pray in the Russian church. Some representatives of the Romanov family are buried in the crypt of the temple. After the construction of this temple at the end of the 19th century, the authorities of the city of Cannes, to please the Russian aristocracy, renamed the boulevard on which it was located Boulevard Alexandre III. You can get to the Archangel Michael Church on foot - to do this you need to walk along the Croisette to its intersection with the Boulevard Alexandre III (this is the opposite end of the Croisette from the Palace of Film Festivals), and then walk a little up the Boulevard, the church will be on the right.
Shops and market in Cannes
It is impossible not to mention shopping in Cannes as one of the favorite pastimes of vacationers. The main shopping street is Rue d'Antibes, running parallel to the Croisette on the third line along the promenade. It is filled with a huge number of stores of different levels - from mass markets to expensive brands. Rue Meynadier with small shops, shops and pastry shops is located in the Old Town area of Cannes, and the world's most expensive boutiques and jewelry stores are located in Croisette and in the alleys near it.
Rue d`Antibes - shopping in Cannes
A special, incomparable pleasure is to visit Cannes city market Marche Forville(in the Old Town). The selection, quality and “picturesque” quality of the products is amazing. On Monday, a flea market opens in its place.
After shopping at the market on a Saturday or Sunday morning, you should definitely take a break with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine
Restaurants in Cannes there are everywhere, but their main concentration is the first line of the Croisette at hotels (the most expensive restaurants are located here), on the beaches, as well as in the area of the city hall (Rue Felix Faure) and the Quai Saint-Pierre (Quai Saint-Pierre) near the Old Port.
One of my favorite restaurants is Le Caveau 30
...And Brad Pitt and George Clooney are happy too
The best clubs in Cannes- there are several of them, but perhaps the famous one is in the lead Le Baoli and in the summer - Gotha Club Cannes(open July-August, belongs to Palm Beach casino). Both clubs are located in the area of Cape Palm Beach and the port of Canto (the opposite end of the Croisette from the Palais des Film Festivals). These clubs have fairly strict face control and high prices. But the level of these establishments is also very high: many celebrities come here during their holidays or work in Cannes; The world's best DJs and artists perform.
Le Baoli, Cannes, photo
Club Gotha, Cannes
There are many trendy bars scattered throughout Cannes, but there are also "bar street" where several establishments are concentrated and the nightlife does not die down regardless of the tourist season. The apotheosis of fun, of course, occurs on weekends. "Bar Street" is located at Rue des Freres Pradignac. Finding this street is not difficult: to do this you need to go to the Croisette and go to the Grand Hotel, located on the first line. To the left of the Grand Hotel there will be a small passage (passage) with expensive salons selling real estate and yachts; you need to go through it, immediately turn left - and you will find yourself on “bar street”.
The “bar street” looks so decent in the daytime, when all the establishments’ tables are cleared. But towards evening it turns into a loud and lively place, loved by the residents of Cannes and tourists who wander here.
Elena Kurylenko