Famous resort city known for the Cannes Film Festival, La Croisette promenade, and beautiful beaches.

About Cannes

Cannes is a glamorous Mediterranean resort city best known for hosting the annual Cannes Film Festival each May, when the world's film industry descends on the Palais des Festivals with its iconic red-carpeted steps. But beyond the festival, Cannes offers year-round appeal with its elegant seafront boulevard, La Croisette, lined with luxury hotels, designer shops, and sandy beaches.

The old quarter of Le Suquet rises above the old port on a hill crowned by the 12th-century church of Notre-Dame d'Espérance and the Musée de la Castre, housed in a medieval castle. From here, the views over the bay and the Lérins Islands are spectacular. The narrow streets of Le Suquet are filled with restaurants and have a charming Provençal village atmosphere.

Just offshore, the Île Sainte-Marguerite (a 15-minute ferry ride) offers pine forests, coastal paths, and the fortress where the mysterious Man in the Iron Mask was imprisoned. Cannes also serves as a gateway to the perfume town of Grasse, the medieval villages of the arrière-pays, and the red rocks of the Estérel massif.

Nearby Landmarks

Palais des Festivals La Croisette Le Suquet Île Sainte-Marguerite Marché Forville

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost €70-90 (~$76-98)
Time 30-40 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost €60-80 (~$65-87)
Time 30-40 minutes

Terminal arrivals

Train (TER Train (from Nice))

Cost €8
Time 35 minutes
Frequency Every 20-30 minutes

Step-by-Step Directions

Take Express Bus 210 from airport to Cannes city center.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi €70-90 (~$76-98) 30-40 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare €60-80 (~$65-87) 30-40 minutes Budget-conscious, app users
Train €8 35 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

Express Bus 210 runs until about 8:00 PM. The last TER train from Nice to Cannes runs around 11:00 PM. After that, only taxis are available, costing approximately €80-100 from Nice airport to Cannes. Pre-booking a transfer is recommended for late arrivals.

Luggage Tips

Express Bus 210 has luggage storage underneath the bus. TER trains have overhead racks and some luggage space near doors. During the Film Festival (mid-May), both buses and trains are extremely crowded — consider a private transfer with luggage if visiting during this period.

Accessibility

Express Bus 210 has wheelchair-accessible boarding. Cannes train station has elevator access to platforms. La Croisette promenade is flat and fully accessible. Le Suquet (old town) involves steep hills and steps that are challenging for wheelchair users.