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While Cannes is most well known for its international film festival in May, visiting this beautiful port city any time of year makes for an unforgettable vacation. Because of its mild winter climate, now is the perfect time to discover this quaint Mediterranean town. Without the summer crowds, wandering Cannes’ narrow streets and strolling along the azure shore will make you feel like you’re discovering part of the French Riviera that only a few know.
Photo of the Beaches of Cannes
Come with friends to our 4 Bedroom Furnished Vacation Rental in Cannes, French Riviera (PR-739). Five minutes in a car or bus brings you to the center of town where you can explore Cannes’ main boulevard, La Croisette. Along this two kilometer-long boardwalk hugging the sea, you can browse the nicest boutiques in Cannes and indulge in fabulous restaurants featuring regional French cuisine. Here in May, the Cannes Film Festival kicks off the season for music and art festivals that last all summer.
If you’re looking for a more cozy place to spend your vacation, consider this 1 Bedroom Furnished Vacation Rental in Cannes, French Riviera (PR-472). (With a Winter Discount until March 20, 2010!) Located on Boulevard Jean Hibert, the apartment overlooks the Mediterranean with Les Iles de Lérins in view just off the coast. A short boat ride from your lodging brings you to Ile Ste. Marguerite and Ile St. Honorat where the aromatic pine and eucalyptus trees complement the magnificent view of the French Mediterranean seashore. On Ile Marguerite, you can visit the prison cell where The Man in the Iron Mask was held captive in during the 17th century at Fort Royal. From Marguerite, hop on a boat to the nearby Ile St. Honorat and notice the reverence that marks this land founded by monks in 400 AD. Today on the island, you can visit many churches as well as a monastery that Cistercian monks have occupied since 1869.
If you prefer to stay in a more lively part of town, look into the 1 Bedroom Furnished vacation rental in Cannes, French Riviera (PR-319) located in the Suquet quarter of Cannes. Tuesday through Sunday, wander on foot and experience the French open-air market at the Marché de Forville. This is the ideal place to buy fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs, feast on local seafood, discover charming artisan shops and pick up great souvenirs to bring home to friends and family. Don’t forget your camera! You’re sure to see lots of bright colors and get a real taste of the culture of the South of France.
Cannes Harbor
Only a short distance from the Marché de Forville is the Musée de la Castre, a museum inside a medieval castle seen upon the hills of Vieux Cannes. You can enjoy its permanent collections of Mediterranean artifacts and indigenous art from Oceania, Africa and Asia; you can also opt to do a walking tour around Vieux Cannes to learn of its rich history and culture.
Wherever you choose to stay in Cannes, you can be sure to truly experience the French Riviera in a lively town with limitless adventures. Browse our long list of rental possibilities in the South of France, take advantage of Winter deals, and discover Cannes for yourself!
Been to Cannes before? What did you like? What do you recommend?
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February 4th, 2010 at 11:56 am
Marché Forville is really an interesting Market you can buy fresh products from the farm and find some extraordinary food. You can also take advantage from being close to the Croisette and take a walk!
February 4th, 2010 at 12:26 pm
I would love to go to the Cannes Film Festival, but it would definitely still be a wonderful vacation spot during other times of the year, with far fewer people, but still able to see the beauty of the French Riviera.
February 4th, 2010 at 6:00 pm
I agree with Darrin, I would love to go to the Cannes film festival, but you hav to be really connected in the film industry to get a spot or something.
February 4th, 2010 at 6:01 pm
Look at that beautiful beach! Cannes surely is a lovely city.
February 4th, 2010 at 6:02 pm
I took my 8 and 10 year old children along with my husband on family trip to the South of France and we went to Cannes. It is very family friendly. We had a wonderful time. Thankfully we stayed in one of your vacation rentals and felt right at home.
February 5th, 2010 at 4:42 am
Just a word of warning. The film festival is incredible fun. But it’s very, very difficult to get tickets for actual screenings. For families, there is a fantastic stretch of beach along the Boulevard du Midi. Plus, Cannes can be used to visit Grasse, Nice, Villefranche and other places.
February 5th, 2010 at 2:32 pm
Every time I think of Cannes, the movie “Mr. Bean” comes to mind. What a silly character. I would love to take a trip to the south of france and have an adventure like his.
February 8th, 2010 at 11:50 am
those are some beautiful beaches on this blog. very informative. the last time I went to Cannes, I forgot to do a couple of things listed here. I’m definitely going back soon.
February 10th, 2010 at 4:07 pm
Hello, today in Philadelphia it is snowing like crazy!! for sure some the sun from Cannes would be very nice. For sure the Riviera is so complete with a lot of activities all year around!