Antibes Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Antibes Old Town
Picasso Museum showing heritage elements
Antibes Cathedral
Antibes Cathedral showing a church or cathedral and heritage elements
Photo provided by Picasso Museum/J-L Andral
People-watching and yacht gazing are popular pastimes in a location that satisfies many interests. Relax near the ocean in this district with old-world charm.

Visit Antibes Old Town in southeastern France to find a place where historic interests blend with contemporary expectations. Located between Cannes and Nice, it has the core features of the Côte d’Azur but often with better value than its swanky neighbors. Walk the perimeter of this 10th-century walled section of town and through its narrow thoroughfares that favor walking over driving.

A good place to start is the Tourist Office of Antibes, next to the Jardin René Cassin. Pick up maps and information to start a walking tour of city squares. You’ll soon come to Place Nationale, with its 16.4-foot (5-meter) stone column presented to the town by Louis XVIII.

Look for the Grand Hotel building next to Place de Gaulle, the main city square. The impressive structure is now a food and department store, where you can find goods you need for your stay. Follow the long boulevard from here to Square Albert 1er, which connects to scenic sandy Mediterranean beaches. Travel north to see a forest of sailboat masts marking one of Europe’s largest yachting harbors.

The star-shaped 16th-century fort overlooking the yachts is Fort Carré. Another large fortress-type building is the 12th-century Château Grimaldi, originally a residence for Monaco’s royal family. After serving as Picasso’s studio, it is now the Picasso Museum. Enter the neoclassical church next door, Antibes Cathedral, to view a 15th-century wooden Christ.

Antibes is the source of many literary and artistic works such as Nikos Kazantzakis’ Zorba the Greek and paintings by Monet, Picasso and Meissonier. Walk along the shore and in several inland spots to see plaques indicating where painters once stood to create famous seascapes and city views.

Explore the large Provencal Market set up daily just inland from the cathedral. Hunt for your favorite café and restaurant there are many to choose from.

Adjoining Antibes Old Town is park-like Juan-les-Pins with magnificent sea views, lovely beaches and upscale residences.


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Our pick of the best Antibes Old Town Hotel Deals

Albert 1'er Hotel Nice, France
Albert 1'er Hotel Nice, France
3 out of 5
4 avenue Max Gallo, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is AU$134 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
AU$134
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Nice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Nice
"Nice room but entrance and elevator are really gloomy"

Reviewed on 1 Jan. 2025

Albert 1'er Hotel Nice, France
Le Meridien Nice
Le Meridien Nice
4 out of 5
1 Promenade Des Anglais, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is AU$358 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
AU$358
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Nice. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (527 reviews)
"Hotel has a n excellent location which access to all convenience. Splendid sea view and very nice stuffs"

Reviewed on 23 Dec. 2024

Le Meridien Nice
Crowne Plaza Nice Grand Arenas, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Nice Grand Arenas, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
2 Rue Costes et Bellonte, Nice
The price is AU$164 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (453 reviews)
"The suite was big and well furnished, very comfortable."

Reviewed on 12 Dec. 2024

Crowne Plaza Nice Grand Arenas, an IHG Hotel
Hôtel Vacances Bleues Le Royal
Hôtel Vacances Bleues Le Royal
3 out of 5
23 Promenade des Anglais, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is AU$171 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$171
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Nice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (343 reviews)
"This hotel is so beautiful and the view from my balcony was really amazing. The room was quiet even with the street below the window. Loved it. Will come back for Christmas market"

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2024

Hôtel Vacances Bleues Le Royal
Hotel West End Nice Promenade
Hotel West End Nice Promenade
4 out of 5
31 Promenade Des Anglais, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is AU$222 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
AU$222
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Nice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"it s beautiful hotel v prettily decorated for festive season esp in the hall . the hotel staff are friendly and warm . super breakfast feast . perfect location. the only thing we don't like is that we booked triple room and small room is on the loft which is newly renovated and it smells and not ..."

Reviewed on 31 Dec. 2024

Hotel West End Nice Promenade
Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée
Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée
5 out of 5
13-15 Promenade Des Anglais, Boite Postale 1655 Cedex 1, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
Fully refundable
The price is AU$318 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
AU$318
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
"Great property staff was outstanding. Could not have had a better time at this property. The accommodations were fantastic."

Reviewed on 13 Nov. 2024

Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Antibes Old Town

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Antibes City Centre

4/5(2 area reviews)

Unique features of Antibes City Centre include the bars and spas. Make a stop by Port Vauban or Provencal Market while you're exploring the area.

Antibes City Centre
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Juan-les-Pins

5/5(2 area reviews)

Juan-les-Pins is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Juan les Pins Palais des Congres or Juan-les-Pins Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Juan-les-Pins
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Plaine de la Brague

5/5(1 area review)

Plaine de la Brague is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Joa Casino La Siesta and Fontonne Beach.

Plaine de la Brague
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Cap-d'Antibes

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Cap-d'Antibes is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Garoupe Beach and Vieil Antibes while you're in town.

Cap-d'Antibes

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