Cannes Travel Guide

Cannes is a luxurious French Riviera City, home to the world-famous annual film festival. Stroll along the waterfront, sip cocktails on the beach or shop in this city's upscale boutiques.

Top Cannes Attractions

Cannes, best known for its annual film festival, is a delightful city to visit any time of the year. Delightful and upscale, this dignified Riviera city lies on the Mediterranean shore. Visit the Palais des Festivals et des Congres, home to the film festival and other events, a museum housed in a castle, a museum devoted to perfumes or stroll along the lovely shore-hugging La Croissette.

Visiting During the Cannes Film Festival

The Cannes Film Festival, held each May in the upscale Mediterranean city, offers visitors a chance to bask on the beach, do some serious shopping and even spot a celebrity or two.

Cannes Official Site

The Cannes Official Web site, with a map of the city, history, shopping, events and other key information for tourists.

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