Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Cannes travel guide

Cannes Tourism | Cannes Guide

You're Going to Love Cannes

With a population of 70,011, Cannes is a must-see destination in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Cannes has to offer.

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When to visit Cannes

Cannes in February
Estimated hotel price
$224
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cannes in February
Estimated hotel price
$224
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cannes in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Cannes, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Cannes

Plane

When flying to Cannes, you’ll arrive at Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Cannes from the United States departs from New York and takes around 8h 30m.

Train

SNCF is the most popular train carrier serving Cannes, followed by Train. The train journey from Cannes to Marseille takes 2h 49m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about $24 for a 5h 44m trip. Located 0.2 miles from the city center, Cannes is the busiest station in Cannes. Another popular train station is Cannes la Bocca, located 1.5 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Cannes is to pick up a car rental from Nice, which is about 16 miles from Cannes. You’ll find branches of Budget and Priceless, among others, in Nice.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cannes using BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus. From Marseille, the bus ride to Cannes takes 135 miles and will cost you around $24. From Genoa, the ticket costs about $11 for a journey of 200 miles. The most popular bus station is Cannes Aire des Bréguière, located 3 miles from downtown Cannes. Cannes Quai Laubeuf is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Cannes, you’ll arrive at Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Cannes from the United States departs from New York and takes around 8h 30m.

Train

SNCF is the most popular train carrier serving Cannes, followed by Train. The train journey from Cannes to Marseille takes 2h 49m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about $24 for a 5h 44m trip. Located 0.2 miles from the city center, Cannes is the busiest station in Cannes. Another popular train station is Cannes la Bocca, located 1.5 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Cannes is to pick up a car rental from Nice, which is about 16 miles from Cannes. You’ll find branches of Budget and Priceless, among others, in Nice.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cannes using BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus. From Marseille, the bus ride to Cannes takes 135 miles and will cost you around $24. From Genoa, the ticket costs about $11 for a journey of 200 miles. The most popular bus station is Cannes Aire des Bréguière, located 3 miles from downtown Cannes. Cannes Quai Laubeuf is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city center.

Airports near Cannes

NCENice Côte d'Azur
TLNToulon Hyeres
MRSMarseille

Airlines serving Cannes

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,032 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,779 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (865 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,564 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,055 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (893 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cannes

From 5-star hotels such as the Mondrian Cannes to great affordable options like the Hotel Schtak, Cannes offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $199 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $206 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Les Tourrades and Chanteclair. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Cannes, with prices from $47 to $376 per night. Centre Ville is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Cannes are about 15% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

La Bocca - Here you’ll find travelers’ favorites such as Hôtel Mercure Cannes Mandelieu, ibis Cannes Plage La Bocca and Kyriad Cannes - Mandelieu. The average nightly price for a double room in La Bocca is $51.

La Bocca - Here you’ll find travelers’ favorites such as Hôtel Mercure Cannes Mandelieu, ibis Cannes Plage La Bocca and Kyriad Cannes - Mandelieu. The average nightly price for a double room in La Bocca is $51.
Most popular hotel in Cannes by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Cannes

Most booked hotels in Cannes

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Regent Carlton Cannes
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, 1298 reviews)
$376+
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Hotel Le Negresco
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 3445 reviews)
$371+
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Hôtel Martinez Cannes
5 stars
Excellent (9, 2679 reviews)
$286+
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Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2322 reviews)
$268+
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Hotel 64 Nice
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 4267 reviews)
$64+
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Hôtel Barrière Le Gray d'Albion
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2117 reviews)
$162+
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Renting a car in Cannes

Renting a car in Cannes costs $48 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Nice Côte d'Azur.

Expect to pay $7.34 per gallon in Cannes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $88.12 and $117.50. The most frequently booked car type in Cannes is Compact (Mini Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Cannes costs $48 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Nice Côte d'Azur.

Expect to pay $7.34 per gallon in Cannes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $88.12 and $117.50. The most frequently booked car type in Cannes is Compact (Mini Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Cannes

Mini

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$30/day

Mini

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$39/day

Compact SUV
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