About the Port
Cannes occupies a sheltered bay on the French Riviera, its identity shaped by the film festival held each year at the Palais des Festivals. The Boulevard de la Croisette traces the waterfront past designer boutiques, grand hotels, and beach clubs with neat rows of sun loungers facing the Mediterranean. Above the modern city, the old quarter of Le Suquet climbs a hill of narrow cobbled lanes, its summit offering wide views over the bay and coastline.
For visitors arriving by ship, the historic center and Croisette are an easy walk from the pier, making it simple to explore independently. Beyond the boutiques and cafés, Cannes serves as a convenient gateway to the wider Riviera, with Nice, Antibes, and the hill towns of Provence within easy reach. Its blend of seaside leisure and cinematic history keeps the city firmly on the map of the French coast.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Cannes.
Climb Le Suquet Hill
Wander the cobbled lanes of the old town up to Notre-Dame d'Espérance church for sweeping views over the bay and Croisette; a steep 15-minute walk from the harbor.
Walk the Croisette
Trace the palm-lined waterfront past grand hotels, designer boutiques, and the Palais des Festivals, pausing at the Walk of Fame handprints outside its steps.
Day Trip to Antibes or Nice
Take a short train ride along the coast to explore Antibes' old town and market or Nice's Promenade des Anglais, both within easy reach for a half-day excursion.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
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Cruises That Visit Cannes
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse II | 10 | $20,745 | |
| Oct 17, 2026 | Ritz Carlton | Evrima | 7 | $10,500 | |
| Oct 29, 2026 | Silversea | Silver Ray | 10 | $5,650 | |
| Feb 1, 2027 | Regent | Seven Seas Voyager | 61 | $48,799 | |
| Feb 11, 2027 | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Vela | 14 | $5,198 | |
| Feb 18, 2027 | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Vela | 7 | $2,299 | |
| Feb 18, 2027 | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Vela | 14 | $5,398 | |
| Mar 3, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Sirena | 8 | $1,890 | |
| Mar 5, 2027 | Explora Journeys | Explora II | 9 | $3,605 | |
| Mar 5, 2027 | Explora Journeys | Explora II | 20 | $15,730 | |
| Mar 24, 2027 | Regent | Seven Seas Voyager | 10 | $9,199 | |
| Apr 11, 2027 | Tauck River | ms Lumiere | 13 | $10,390 | |
| Apr 11, 2027 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 16 | $5,747 | |
| Apr 19, 2027 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 15 | $5,416 | |
| Apr 19, 2027 | Windstar | Wind Surf | 8 | $3,323 | |
| Apr 21, 2027 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 14 | $17,703 | |
| Apr 28, 2027 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 7 | $8,103 | |
| Apr 28, 2027 | Windstar | Star Explorer | 7 | $3,370 | |
| Apr 29, 2027 | Tauck River | ms Lumiere | 13 | $10,990 | |
| May 3, 2027 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse II | 18 | $23,799 |
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