Exploring Antibes

Antibes offers a relaxed, seaside charm with cozy bistros, wine bars, and boutiques, alongside cultural gems like the Picasso Museum and Fort Carré. Once home to Pablo Picasso, its narrow streets still reflect an avant-garde spirit, making it a perfect blend of art, history, and coastal beauty.

Antibes Must Do’s

  • Visit Old Town Antibes and explore its charming, winding streets. Stop by the Marché Provençal (open 6 AM - 1 PM) for fresh produce, local fruit, handmade goods like baskets and bags, or a jar of homemade jam to take home.

  • Spend a day at the beach with day beds at Hotel Belle Rives or Plage Keller (call ahead to reserve).

  • Explore Cap d’Antibes on foot or bike for breathtaking coastal views. Walk the Sentier du Littoral trail and discover secluded beaches along the way.

  • Other favorite beaches include Plage des Ondes (Sandy beach), Billionaire’s Bay (rocky, stunning but can get busy), Plage de La Salis and Plage Gravettes.

  • For Art Lovers, visit the Picasso Museum at Château Grimaldi, where Picasso lived and worked in 1946.

Antibes Restaurants

  • Breakfast & Coffee: Popular in Old Town is NOMADS coffee. Stroll the Marché Provencal for fresh fruit and baguettes to pack a beach picnic, or stop by Boulangerie Veziano, a third-generation family-owned bakery famed for its pissaladière.

  • Lunch: Grab a beach lounge table at Baba Restaurant, Plage Keller or La Petite Garoupe to enjoy the sunshine!

  • Dinner: Start your evening with an aperitif at the chic wine bar L'Ile Bleue, or snag a table at Jeanne, a cozy spot perfect for locally-grown share plates and exploring over 300 wine varieties. For dinner with a view, book a table at The Grill at Hotel Du Cap Eden Roc or Hôtel Belles Rives. Italian cuisine lovers will enjoy Mamo Michelangelo.

  • Gourmet Dining: For a gourmet white-tablecloth experience, try Louroc at Hotel Du Cap or Le Vauban.

  • Dessert: Don’t miss Gelateria Del Porto for homemade gelato—just remember to bring cash, as it’s cash-only.

  • 1. Cannes (20 min by train)

    • Famous for its film festival, luxury shops, and sandy beaches. Stroll along La Croisette or explore the charming Le Suquet old town.

    2. Nice (30 min by train)

    • Wander through the colorful Old Town and climb to Castle Hill for breathtaking views. Visit the Matisse Museum or stroll along the iconic Promenade des Anglais.

    3. Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat (40 min by car)

    • A luxurious peninsula known for its beautiful villas and gardens. Visit the stunning Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and enjoy the scenic coastal walking paths.

  • 1. Èze (1 hour by car)

    • A medieval hilltop village with cobbled streets and stunning views of the French Riviera. Tour the Exotic Garden and Fragonard Perfume Factory.

    2. Monaco (1 hour by train)

    • Explore the Prince's Palace, Oceanographic Museum, and glamorous Monte Carlo Casino. Stroll around the yacht-filled harbor and enjoy luxury dining.

    3. Grasse (1 hour by car)

    • The perfume capital of the world. Tour perfume houses like Fragonard or Molinar, and wander the quaint streets.

    4. Villefranche-sur-Mer (40 min by train)

    • A charming seaside town with a gorgeous harbor and colorful streets. Swim at Plage des Marinières or explore the Citadel Saint-Elme.

    5. Saint-Tropez (1.5 hours by car)

    • A glamorous seaside town known for its beaches, nightlife, and celebrity appeal. Stroll the Old Port, relax at Pampelonne Beach, or visit the charming La Ponche quarter.