Key Facts About Antibes, France

📍 Location

Antibes is located on the French Riviera in southeastern France, between Nice and Cannes along the Mediterranean coast.

🌟 Known For

• Golden-sand beaches and turquoise waters

• Fortified Old Town (Vieil Antibes)

• The Picasso Museum

• Port Vauban, one of Europe’s largest marinas

• Mediterranean markets and Riviera charm

• Cap d’Antibes peninsula & scenic coastal walks

☀️ Best Time to Visit

• April–June for warm weather, flowers, and fewer crowds

• September–October for sunny days and ideal sea temperatures

• July–August is high season with festivals, beach life, and a vibrant atmosphere

🗣️ Local Language

French

💶 Currency

Euro (€)

✈️ Getting There

• By Plane: Fly into Nice Côte d’Azur Airport (20–25 min away).

• By Train: Direct regional trains connect Antibes to Nice, Monaco, Cannes, and Marseille.

• By Car: The A8 motorway provides easy access along the Riviera.

• By Boat: Yachts can dock at Port Vauban, one of the Riviera’s premier marinas.

🏛️ Top Attractions

• Vieil Antibes (Old Town) — narrow lanes, markets, cafés, and old ramparts

• Musée Picasso — housed in the Château Grimaldi where Picasso once lived

• Port Vauban — mega-yachts, medieval fortifications, and marina views

• Cap d’Antibes Coastal Path — crystal-clear waters and scenic walking trails

• Marché Provençal — traditional market with produce, spices, flowers, and pastries

• Plage de la Gravette & Salis Beach — calm, family-friendly beaches

🍽️ Local Specialties

• Socca (chickpea pancake)

• Pissaladière (caramelized onion tart)

• Provençal fish dishes

• Rosé wines from Provence

• Riviera-style gelato and pastries

🎉 Notable Events

• Jazz à Juan Festival (nearby Juan-les-Pins)

• Voiles d’Antibes — legendary sailing regatta in June

• Antibes Art Fair

• Christmas Markets & Winter Festivities