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 Classic Dream Cars |
192, avenue de Colmar Cannes 068100 France +33 3 8933 2323 |
The only one of its kind in the region, this museum's superb collection of over 100 classic cars and motorbikes is a knockout. Rolls Royces, Ferraris, Jaguars and Bugattis, from early prototypes to the very latest models designed to compete in legendary races such as the Le Mans 24-hour race and the Paris-Dakar rally are all on display. Built in 1984, this simply designed, modern museum is situated just 2km from Cannes near the A8 motorway ,at Aire des Bréguières motorway services. It has its own shop and occasionally organizes collectors' car exchange fairs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 For the Kids |
5 rue de Mimont Cannes 06400 France +33 (0) 4 92 99 77 77 http://www.logisdesjeunes.asso... |
Espace Mimont is the performance space of the Association of Young People of Provence, dedicated to staging cultural events and artistic shows generally directed to the youth of Cannes. The bureau also offers all kinds of information available to children and young people. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Excursion to Lérins islands |
Island St Honorat Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06406 France +33 4 9299 5400 |
Rich in monastic tradition and history, the smallest and most distant of the two Lérins islands (1500m long by 400m wide and some 3km in circumference) used to be called Lérina. It has fertile soil and magnificent trees, notably Aleppo pines. A reef protects the south side of the island against the sea. Once on the island, make sure you visit the abbey Notre-Dame de Lérins, its main attraction. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lero Island |
Les Îles de Lérin Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 4 9343 1817 (Musée de la Mer ) |
The largest of the three Lérin islands, is a fifteen-minute boat ride from Cannes. In ancient times it was called Léro. Numerous boat companies make the crossing from the old port. Also inhabiting this island is a seventeenth-century fort, which houses the Maritime Museum. This fort was once a prison, and was the home to the unidentified character, called the man in the iron mask. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Art, Antiques and more |
Le Suquet Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 4 9338 5526 http://www.cannes.fr |
Opened in 1952, Musée de la Castre truly strives to promote art. Its collections reflect the interests of 19th-century archaeologists, ethnographers, antiques enthusiasts and art lovers. You'll find an impressive collection of Mediterranean artifacts from Egypt, Greece, Rome, Mesopotamia, Iran, Syria as well as Cyprus. Primitive art from Oceania, Africa, Asia and the Americas is another area of focus. The collection of 19th-century Cannes landscapes is also worth a look. The 12th-century Sainte-Anne chapel houses a superb collection of musical instruments from all over the world. Climb the medieval tower for a panoramic view of Cannes and its bay. Tickets for adults cost EUR3. Admission is free on the first sunday of each month. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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