Antibes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Antibes which includes a sandy beach as well as a large group of people
Antibes featuring a city and street scenes as well as a large group of people
Antibes showing a coastal town
Antibes featuring street scenes and signage
Antibes which includes a marina and a castle
Antibes is the perfect destination for lovers of blue skies and Mediterranean flavours. A feast for the senses that will make you want to visit right away

In ancient times, Antibes was known as Antipolis, or "the town opposite". You can explore this Greco-Roman past in the region's many archaeological sites, which are often open-air.

Today, the town is the second largest in the Alpes-Maritimes department, behind Nice. Its Mediterranean climate, exceptional sunshine and beautiful seafront attract tourists from around the world the atmosphere is lively, whether in summer or winter, and there's plenty to do: watch yachts from the wall-walk of the Vauban ramparts or the Bastion Saint-Jaume, be moved by the cartoons of the Peynet museum or lose yourself in the paintings of the Picasso museum, stroll along rue du Haut Castelet in the commune libre du Safranier, then the alleyways of the Provençal market on place Masséna, or even dream of pirates along the Fort Carré path. There are many sides to Antibes and just as many activities on offer.

When it comes to the seaside, you can bask in the sun on the beaches of le Colombier, le Rocher or la Garoupe, where you can hire sun loungers and deck chairs to enjoy the magnificent landscape of one of the world's most beautiful bays. On some beaches, such as l'Ambassadeur or la Joliette, you can enjoy grilled fish while dipping your toes in the water, before trying waterskiing or exploring the coast in a kayak or on a paddleboard.

The commune is located to the north of Cap d'Antibes, offering a captivating view over Nice and the Baie des Anges. From the peninsula, which is dotted with the luxury mansions of celebrities, you can walk along perfumed hiking trails between pine forests and the turquoise sea. The best known is the Tire-Poil coastal path, which is almost two miles long. After getting away from it all in the wilderness, enjoy lively nights beside the sea or in the streets of the fortified old town.

If travelling by air, you can reach Antibes from Nice airport, 12 miles away. By train, you'll arrive at Antibes station. Alternatively, by car take exit 44 on the A8 motorway.

Where to stay in Antibes

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Juan-les-Pins

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Juan-les-Pins is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Juan les Pins Palais des Congres or Juan-les-Pins Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Juan-les-Pins
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Cap-d'Antibes

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

Cap-d'Antibes is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Le Sentier du Littoral, Cap d'Antibes and Garoupe Beach while you're in town.

Cap-d'Antibes
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Antibes Old Town

5/5(11 area reviews)

Unique features of Antibes Old Town include the waterfront views and historical sites. Make a stop by Provencal Market or Picasso Museum while you're exploring the area.

Antibes Old Town
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Antibes City Centre

4/5(5 area reviews)

Unique features of Antibes City Centre include the bars and spas. Make a stop by Port Vauban or Gravette Beach while you're exploring the area.

Antibes City Centre
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Plaine de la Brague

3/5(9 area reviews)

Plaine de la Brague is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Joa Casino La Siesta and Baie des Anges.

Plaine de la Brague
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Les Jardins d'Olympie
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Les Jardins d'Olympie
4 out of 5
180 voie Marie Fisher, Antibes, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is £83 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£83
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Antibes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (445 reviews)
"Ideal location for Antibes, Cannes, Nice & Monaco. Carrefour a short walk across the main road. We stayed in the 3 bed suite Esterel & really nice apartment. Arrived out of hours, due to a delayed flight and reception provided access to the apartment. Only issue during the stay, was the fire alarm ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Les Jardins d'Olympie
Comfort Aparthotel Antibes Le Maestria
Comfort Aparthotel Antibes Le Maestria
3 out of 5
664 route des 3 Moulins, Antibes, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is £70 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£70
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Antibes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (815 reviews)
"Great for the price. Breakfast was lovely, all staff was very friendly and helpful, the pool is nice, and the rooms are definitely adequate although dated. Downsides: not great for dinner / lunch food or drinks, and better book transportation in advance to avoid long waiting times. Otherwise, a good ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Antibes Le Maestria
AC Hotel by Marriott Ambassadeur Antibes - Juan Les Pins
AC Hotel by Marriott Ambassadeur Antibes - Juan Les Pins
4 out of 5
50/52 Avenue des Sables Antibes, Antibes, Alpes-Maritimes
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £237 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
£237
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Antibes. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Promenade de la Croisette and ...
7.8/10 Good! (499 reviews)
"This hotel was really wonderful. The staff were very polite and respectful, they made an effort to speak in our language, the room was excellent, perfect location, I have nothing bad to say about this hotel and I would highly recommend it to anybody traveling to Juan Les Pins!!"

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Ambassadeur Antibes - Juan Les Pins
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Les Jardins d'Olympie
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Les Jardins d'Olympie
4 out of 5
180 voie Marie Fisher, Antibes, Alpes-Maritimes
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Antibes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (445 reviews)
"Ideal location for Antibes, Cannes, Nice & Monaco. Carrefour a short walk across the main road. We stayed in the 3 bed suite Esterel & really nice apartment. Arrived out of hours, due to a delayed flight and reception provided access to the apartment. Only issue during the stay, was the fire alarm ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Les Jardins d'Olympie
Comfort Aparthotel Antibes Le Maestria
Comfort Aparthotel Antibes Le Maestria
3 out of 5
664 route des 3 Moulins, Antibes, Alpes-Maritimes
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Antibes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (815 reviews)
"Great for the price. Breakfast was lovely, all staff was very friendly and helpful, the pool is nice, and the rooms are definitely adequate although dated. Downsides: not great for dinner / lunch food or drinks, and better book transportation in advance to avoid long waiting times. Otherwise, a good ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Antibes Le Maestria
Appart Hotel Odalys City Antibes Olympe
Appart Hotel Odalys City Antibes Olympe
3 out of 5
670, 1 ère Avenue, Antibes, Alpes-Maritimes
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Antibes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Promenade de la Croisette and Juan-les-Pins ...
7.2/10 Good! (441 reviews)
"Our stay at Appart Hotel Odalys City Antibes, the hotel is lacking great maintenance. The door of underground car park we broken, then we discover there was no air conditioning, no internet, the television didn’t work, in the lift the safety handle was falling off the wall, the fridge has the bottle ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jun 2025

Appart Hotel Odalys City Antibes Olympe
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Antibes

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely area. We also rented a car which i say was a must this allowed us to travel back and forth to the hotel whilst visitig marineland and cannes and nice itself. We also drove to monte carlo.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Go!! You’ll not be disappointed but be sure to discover ALL of Antibes, it’s bigger than you think and enjoy the charms of the old town

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Antibes offers everything you could want in a holiday

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely town plenty to eat lovely market quaint and colourful

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

A lovely town, not so much the beaches ... they are considerably nicer in Juan-les-Pins

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

every day marche provencal in centre antibes, sights and smells of herbs and fresh produce on display, very photographic. lots of lovely restaurants to choose from . extraordinary wealth on display in Vauban harbour. Picasso museum if your interes

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