Cannes, France, is a small town on the French Riviera that is most famous for the film festival.
You can get there by driving, but traffic could be heavy, and parking is difficult. Public transport is also a great option,buses and trains are cheap and efficient.
The main attraction is the Film Festival Palace – Palais des Festivals. Many other events take place there too.
La Croisette Boulevard is the main attraction. It is not very long and is very pleasant to walk.
The modern building of Festival Palace in Cannes, FranceOpen public space near the Palais des FestivalsPeople taking pictures of the Cannes Film Festival buildingAmazing flowers by the entrance to the Palais des FestivalsModern architecture of the Cannes Film Festival Palace in CannesScenic promenade near the Cannes Grand AuditoriumSophie Marceau hand print in Cannes, circa 1984Walk of Fame of famous French artists at La CroisetteFountain at La Croisette promenade near Majestic Barriere HotelRestaurant Brasserie Glacier and waterfront apartments at La Croisettebeautiful architecture of the Carlton Hotel in Cannes, FranceGrand Hotel CannesHistoric Carlton Intercontinental in CannesLush green palms surround Carlton IntercontinentalBeachfront tables set for lunch by Carlton Intercontinental Hotel in CannesPeople enjoying the beach at the Carlton Hotel in the French RivieraMajestic Barriere Hotel pier with the waterfront restaurant. Majestic Barriere is the closest to the Grand Auditorium.Floating dock with restaurant and beach activities of Majestic Barriere Hotel, Cannes, French RivieraComfortable beachfront umbrellas and lounge chairs at Cannes Beach in FranceInviting Mediterranean beach in Cannes, FranceBeach view from La Croisette blvd in French RivieraA woman taking a picture of the boats and ships in Cannes HarborCannes lighthouse and cruise ship as seen from La CroisetteScenic view of the Cannes harbor and waterfront promenade.La Croisette promenade is a perfect place to enjoy the sea breeze and relax.Street artist at La Croisette Boulevard playing harmonicaPine trees provide lovely shade for the people on the Cannes PromenadeCruise ships, boats and the beautiful Mediterranean Sea as seen from La Croisette Boulevard in Cannes, FranceAmazing Merry-go-round at La Croisette boulevard in Cannes, French Riviera