Map of Cannes France – Riviera & Location Guide
Map of Cannes France – Riviera & Location Guide
Cannes is one of the most famous cities on the French Riviera, known for its film festival, beaches, luxury hotels, marina, shopping streets and elegant waterfront promenade. Located on the Mediterranean coast, it is a popular destination for seaside holidays, events and day trips along the Côte d'Azur.
This map of Cannes France provides an overview of the city centre, beaches, waterfront areas, transport links and nearby Riviera destinations.
Cannes is located on the French Riviera in southeastern France. Major nearby attractions include La Croisette, Palais des Festivals, Le Suquet, the Old Port, Cannes beaches and the Lérins Islands.
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Where is Cannes Located?
Cannes is located on the Mediterranean coast in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southeastern France. It sits west of Nice and Antibes and forms part of the French Riviera.
- Country: France
- Region: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
- Coast: Mediterranean Sea
- Main station: Cannes Station
- Nearby airport: Nice Côte d'Azur Airport
- Known for: Film festival, beaches and Riviera glamour
Major Areas Shown on the Map
- La Croisette — famous waterfront promenade.
- Palais des Festivals — major event and film festival venue.
- Old Port — marina and harbour area.
- Le Suquet — historic old town district.
- Rue d'Antibes — shopping street.
- Cannes beaches — Mediterranean beach areas.
- Cannes Station — main rail access point.
- Lérins Islands ferry area — boat departure zone.
Top Attractions Nearby
- La Croisette
- Palais des Festivals
- Le Suquet
- Old Port
- Rue d'Antibes
- Cannes beaches
- Lérins Islands
- Marché Forville
- Antibes
- Nice
City Features
- Waterfront promenade
- Film festival venues
- Luxury hotels
- Marinas and yachts
- Mediterranean beaches
- Historic old town
- Shopping streets
- Island ferry access
Transport Features
- Cannes Station
- TER coastal railway
- Local buses
- Taxi and rideshare services
- Nice airport connections
- Ferries to the Lérins Islands
- Walking routes along La Croisette
- Coastal road access
Nearby Destinations
- Nice
- French Riviera
- Monaco
- Antibes
- Saint-Tropez
- Marseille
- Èze
- Provence
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is Cannes located?
Cannes is located on the French Riviera in southeastern France. -
What is Cannes famous for?
Cannes is famous for the Cannes Film Festival, La Croisette, luxury hotels, beaches, marinas and Riviera atmosphere. -
What is near Cannes?
Nearby destinations include Nice, Antibes, Monaco, Saint-Tropez, Èze and the wider French Riviera. -
How do you get to Cannes?
Visitors commonly arrive by train, car or through Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, with regional rail links connecting Cannes to other Riviera towns. -
Is Cannes worth visiting?
Yes. Cannes is one of the French Riviera's best-known destinations, offering beaches, events, shopping, waterfront walks and coastal scenery. -
Can Cannes and Nice be visited together?
Yes. Cannes and Nice are connected by frequent regional trains, making them easy to visit together on a Riviera itinerary.
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