Antibes, France: Leisure and Art in the French Riviera
In the beaches of beautiful Antibes, France, you can see tourists and locals happily mingling. This welcoming place has a festive vibe. Part of the French Riviera, this town is called the birthplace of the impressionist art movement, there is even a featured tour called “Picasso’s Trail” if you like. Antibes is in close proximity to Cannes, famous for the Cannes Festival. Fly to Antibes through the Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, the La Mole Airport or the Sophia Antipolis Airport.
Best Time to Visit
Enjoy the white sands and explore the coves during the month of June, August and September. Expect rains in the months of October to December. The heat is highest during July, so you skip this month. Be aware that tourists flock to the area around the first week of May for the Cannes Festival. To avail of the best Antibes, France hotel rates, plan your visit towards the end of spring or at the start of fall.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Cannes Harbour and Cannes City Hall can be toured together. They are walking distance from Promenade de la Croisette, where the Cannes Film Festival is held in La Croisette-Palais des Festivals. For art aficionados, head towards Grimaldi Castle, which was converted to the Picasso Museum. For a relaxing stroll, spend an afternoon in Parc Exflora, where you will get a chance to see locals walk their beautiful dogs. Get to stay at fantastic Antibes, FR hotels like the beautiful AC Hotel Ambassadeur Antibes-Juan Les Pins, and the Ibis Style Antibes.