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 Fun with Water |
Quartier le Capitou Route Nationale 98 Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 83600 France +33 4 9451 8251 http://www.parc-aquatica.com/ |
Spread over an entire 8 acres, Aquatica is a hugely popular water park. With a whole bunch of water rides, you're sure to have a great time. Take a dip in Europe's largest wave pool or if you're bold enough, head for the massive Twin-Twister water slide. Theme restaurants, fast food places, snack bars, ice cream parlours and sweet shops are aplenty. You can even catch a flick at the outdoor cinema. Don't forget to stop by at the gift store on your way out. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 One-day Tours of Côte d'Azur |
8, rue Pierre-Grilli Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06000 France +33 4 9344 8877 http://www.tourazur.com/ |
This company offers a variety of one-day sightseeing tours to Monaco, Eze, St-Paul de Vence, Grasse, Mougins, and even travels into Italy to visit the fabulous Ventimiglia market. Passengers are picked up from the hotel in an eight-seater minibus. Alternatively, for a personalized itinerary, you can travel in a group of four and book a Mercedes. The tours are available in English, Spanish, German and Russian. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Welcoming Private Beach |
Hôtel Majestic 14, boulevard La Croisette Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 4 9298 7732 |
Directly opposite the hotel and a few metres from the Palais des Festivals (home to the annual film festival), the Majestic's private beach welcomes you to spend a day in the sun. If you're feeling lazy, tan on the sunbeds. Otherwise, you could go waterskiing, cycling or play table tennis. Pedalos and boat trips are also available. At the end of the exhausting day, head to the restaurant for some succulent seafood. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular Provençal beach |
Hôtel Martinez 73, boulevard La Croisette Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France http://www.hotel-martinez.com |
The Martinez Hotel's private beach is paradise: fine sand, upscale comfort and wealthy patrons. It's the largest beach on La Croisette. There are numerous sports activities on offer; including parasailing, offshore racing, helicopter rides, water-skiing, sailing, windsurfing, and scuba diving. During the International Film Festival, the beach's pontoon becomes the site of the Canal+ (French pay-TV channel) studios. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wacky Races |
909, Chemin Font-de-Currault Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06250 France +33 4 9369 0274 http://www.multimania.com/azur... |
Try your hand at go-karting and mini motor racing on one of this club's three racetracks. Or, if you're already a fan, why not get in a little extra practice? Grown-ups can also have a go at quad biking (bike-buggy hybrids with four huge wheels) - no driving licence required - while kids of four and up can get their first taste of go-karts and trail bikes. It is located next to the Musée de l'Automobile, just outside Mougins, and is about 5km from Cannes. Corporate bookings and birthday parties are welcome. Admission costs around EUR6.86 for 10 minutes; reduced rates depend on length of hire and type of membership. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Party on the Beach |
Plage nº 17 Boulevard La Croisette Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 4 9394 5636 |
Get set to have a blast at Calao beach, primely located between the Carlton and Martinez hotels on La Croisette. Take advantage of a variety of seasonal menus for evening receptions along with specially organized musical performances. Arrangements can also be made for themed nights or banquets in the florally decorated reception rooms. Deck chairs, locker rooms, warm showers, private sun decks, video games, table football, billiards, table tennis, pedal-boat rental, water-skiing, and massages are also offered. Season tickets and group discounts are available. The beach is closed from November to December. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Large Leisure complex |
189, avenue Francis-Tonner Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06150 France +33 4 9347 0225 |
Entirely renovated in June 2000, Cannes bowling alley is state-of-the-art. There are 16 bowling lanes, 21 pool tables, and a six-lane racing track for remote-control cars. There is also a pub and a restaurant where you can eat for less than 100F or EURO 15.25. This place is open at weekends till 4a with live music or a DJ. The complex provides all the ingredients for a fun evening. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tourist Information |
Central Buro Avenue du Campon Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06110 France +33 4 9345 3427 |
Located on the South coast of France, the serene fishing town of Cannes is famous for much more than the Film Festival. Life does not always revolve around the beaches of Cannes. Beyond La Croisette, there is an interesting aspect of Cannes in and around Le Connet. The tourist office inland from Cannes, along the Boulevard Carnot, is the right place to check out the other tours and fun activities on offer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 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 |
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Living It Up On The Riviera |
Carlton Inter-Continental Cannes 58, boulevard La Croisette Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 4 9306 4494 http://www.cannes.interconti.com/ |
Located in the heart of La Croisette, the famed Carlton hotel has a lovely, private beach. Only hotel guests are allowed. It offers a range of water sports, such as water-skiing and parascending. The restaurant offers a superb Provençal buffet, to be enjoyed while basking in the warm sun of the Riviera. Together with the hotel's restaurant, the Carlton is an ideal destination for a holiday at a luxury hotel. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fitness Center |
21, rue des Frères Pradignac Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 4 9368 4505 |
Located between the busy shopping street of Rue d'Antibes and the elegant Croisette promenade along the sea, this fitness center offers you the perfect workout. It has a well-equipped gym with a variety of bodybuilding equipment available for members, and aerobic lessons. It also has private showers and a locker room. Admission: monthly subscription is about EUR45, that gives unrestricted access to all activities. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Holiday Trips for Teenagers |
La Maison des Chantiers 7, avenue Pierre de Coubertin Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06150 France +33 4 9347 8969 |
Located on the island of Sainte-Marguerite in the bay of Cannes, this center welcomes teenagers throughout the school holidays as well as during some weekends. In the morning, children are encouraged to participate in the renovation of historical monuments on this island, such as the Fort or the Batterie de la Convention. It is an unusual and exciting activity, which is both practical and educational. The afternoons are dedicated to leisure activities, such as sailing, kayaking, and swimming. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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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 |
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Fortified Amphitheater |
Avenue du 11-novembre Cannes 06600 France +33 6 14 89 17 45 http://www.antibes-juanlespins... |
The Fort Carré is built on the tip of a peninsula in Antibes, on a plot of land that was the site of both pre-Christian and Christian worship. In 1550, in response to the destruction of Antibes twice by the troops of Charles V, Henri II ordered the construction of defensive fortifications on the site. The four pointed bastions surrounding the round central amphitheater were completed in 1565. The fort was bought by the municipality of Antibes Juan-les-Pins in 1997 and public tours are now conducted daily, except Sundays. Entry fee is 3 euros. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mini Safari Park |
Le Capitou Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 83600 France +33 4 9811 3737 http://www.zoo-frejus.com/ |
Whether you choose to visit the park on foot or by car, this 20-hectare mini safari park gives you the chance to get close to some of the animal kingdom's strangest and most beautiful animals. Opened in 1971, this highly acclaimed park, located about 40km from Cannes, was specially designed to let its animals live in as natural a habitat as possible. Don't miss the sea lion and tiger training sessions! Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Renowned 18-hole Course |
175, Avenue du Golf Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06250 France +33 4 9375 7913 |
Not just any Tom, Dick or Harry gets to play on the par 72 Cannes-Mougins golf course! Men have to have at least a 24 handicap and women a handicap of 28. This tricky but beautifully laid out course can be all yours for EUR60.97 on weekdays EUR68.60 at weekends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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18-hole Golf course |
761, chemin des Picholines Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06740 France +33 4 9377 7008 |
Just 15km from Cannes, this 18-hole golf course set on naturally undulating land has seven lakes, and a driving range for up to eight players. Club hire costs around EUR 22.87 and golf buggies around EUR 30.49. Individual or group lessons and courses are available and there's a restaurant and golf shop too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beachfront Hotel |
Boulevard La Croisette Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 4 9338 2205 |
Goeland is situated on the Croisette, next door to the Majestic hotel's private beach and near the Palais des Festivals (home to the International Film Festival). The hotel's private beach offers all the usual seaside amenities, from water sports to table tennis. Expect to pay around EURO 21.34 for a meal, which consists of fish and salad dishes, they do not serve meat at this hotel. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Islands in the Bay of Cannes |
Alps Riviera Provence Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France |
Several companies offer a wide choice of sail boats and boat trips to these beautiful and relatively wild islands. Less than half an hour's boat ride away, the smaller of the two islands, Saint-Honorat, has an active monastery, a museum and an abbey. While the larger, Sainte-Marguerite island's claim to fame is its old fort, where the legendary Man in the Iron Mask was imprisoned. Also worth a look while visiting this pleasant car-free sanctuary is the Musée de la Mer, which is home to an impressive collection of archaeological treasures including amphoras and other relics. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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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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Abbey, Museum and Monastery |
Île St-Honorat Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 4 9299 5400 http://www.abbayedelerins.com |
Founded in 410 by Saint Honorat, this monastery is currently inhabited by a community of 30 Cistercian monks who observe the rules of Saint Benoît. There are seven other chapels around the island, some of which date back to the Middle Ages. You can also visit a museum (ancient archaeology, paintings, historical information on the monastery), a church, and an old fortified monastery. The monastery is also a retreat, and you can buy products made by the monks - try the Lérina liqueur. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Sharks and Killer Whales On Show |
Route nationale 7 306, avenue Mozart Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06600 France +33 4 9333 4949 http://www.marineland.fr |
The only one of its kind in Europe, this huge marine park in Antibes-Juan-les-Pins is just 12km from Cannes. See stunningly choreographed shows featuring seals, killer whales and dolphins, and marvel at sharks and exotic fish swimming around as you walk through a glass tunnel. There's even an atoll, complete with flora, fauna, crustaceans and corals. Equipped with a restaurant, children's play area and souvenir shop, Marineland is at the heart of a vast leisure park complex. Admission: adults EURO 22.71, children 3-12 EURO 15.09; under the age of 3 can enter for free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Private Beach Hotel |
Noga Hilton Boulevard La Croisette Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 4 9299 7027 |
The Noga Hilton's private beach has a variety of facilities to offer its guests. A bar, restaurant, and water sports are among the most popular. The restaurant serves food from the provence and is open every day during the summer season. Chic boutiques and cafes are a stone's throw away from the hotel. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Diving School For All Levels |
Hespérides Palace 2, rue Esprit-Violet Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 4 9343 4042 |
This diving school will have you exploring the bay and the seabed around the Lérins islands in no time! All levels of experience are catered to. Classes are given to individuals for a half-day or to groups (mornings in winter and mornings and afternoons in summer). Equipment is available for hire and the school's friendly staff put you at ease Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Explore Cannes |
Boulevard La Croisette Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 6 9338 3918 http://www.cannes-petit-train.com |
Explore the charming city of Cannes from this little train. You can choose from two routes that pass through the city's famous and beautiful sights. The Croisette tour takes you along Cannes' famous seafront. Welcoming beaches, the façades of its luxury hotels and the famous Palais des Festivals are its main stops. The Suquet tour explores the old town of Suquet. Prices for the Croisette tour (departs opposite the Gray d'Albion gallery)are EUR5 for adults and EUR3 for children aged 3-10 years. The Suquet tour (departs from the Palais des Festivals)costs EUR6 for adults and EUR4 for children under 12. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Explore Underwater Cliffs |
46, rue Clémenceau Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 4 9338 6757 http://www.sylpa.com |
From the beginning of April to the end of November, Sylvie and Patrick encourage you to discover the underwater cliffs located around the islands of Lérins, in the bay of Cannes and Golfe de Juan. Sessions last around 3 hours and are in groups of 4 people under the supervision of an instructor. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Inexpensive Sunbeds |
Plage nº H Boulevard du Midi Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 4 9347 4962 |
At EURO 5.34 and EURO 7.62, this private beach beats all the other Plages du Midi in providing the cheapest sunbed rental (for a half day and full day). As for the activites available, you can swim, sail, or play table tennis. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Football Stadium |
50, Avenue de Lerins Cannes, Alpes-Côte d'Azur 06400 France +33 4 9349 0228 |
The Stade des Hespérides is used for soccer and American football matches. Located at Pointe Croisette, the stadium is equipped with Astroturf, changing rooms and bathrooms, floodlights, stands, and a First Aid station. You can watch the local football clubs battle it out during the regular season. Review © 2007, Wcities |