10 TOP Things to Do in Alpes-Maritimes (2026 Activity Guide)

A coastal town with historic buildings on a hill overlooking the sea.

A coastal cityscape with a marina, boats, and a hilly backdrop.

A coastal cityscape with colorful buildings, a prominent tower, and a bridge over the water.

A coastal cityscape with a long beach, clear blue waters, and a densely built urban area with historical architecture.

A coastal cityscape with a marina, a curved breakwater, and a densely built urban area.

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1. Promenade des Anglais

Running the entire length of the azure coastline, this 5 kilometre promenade is a bustling walkway situated between pebbled beaches and crystal blue waters on the left, and luxurious cafés and restaurants on the right.

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A pebble beach with people sunbathing and walking along the shore.

2. Promenade de la Croisette

La Croisette is a gorgeous seaside boulevard lined with palm trees, luxurious hotels and the most fashionable restaurants and bars in the city. This 1.2-mile (2-kilometer) boardwalk is where the big names of the movie industry come to be seen during the Cannes Film Festival.

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A building with ornate architecture and signs for 'Cartier' and 'Avakian'.

3. Place Massena

Situated in front of the Old Town and at the end of Avenue Jean Médecin, Place Massena is the junction between several main boulevards in the city. With its numerous coffee shops, high street department stores and quirky restaurants, this prodigious plaza is the epicentre of activity in downtown Nice. The entire square is pedestrianized and a tram runs straight down Avenue Jean Médecin right into the heart of the action.

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A plaza with a fountain, red buildings, and a hill in the background.

4. Palace of Festivals and Conferences

The Palace of Festivals and Congress Hall is the home of the Cannes Film Festival. This is where many movies are screened and prizes are awarded during the annual spectacular. For the rest of the year, the landmark building hosts a variety of exhibitions and events, including boat shows, ballet performances, concerts and conferences.

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A coastal cityscape with modern architecture, including a distinctive building with a sloped roof and reflective glass windows.

5. Cannes Harbour

Cannes Harbour, or Old Port, sits in the heart of the glamorous city, below the historic old town. Filling its berths are a mixture of sailboats, yachts and super yachts, creating one of the most iconic sights of this part of the French Riviera.

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A marina with several sailboats docked, wooden decks, and masts.

6. Allianz Riviera

Enjoy a game of soccer or rugby among fellow sports fans at the Allianz Riviera, Nice’s finest stadium. The venue is the home ground of OGC Nice, the city’s popular soccer team playing in Ligue 1, France’s top league. The stadium also occasionally hosts home matches for Toulon, one of France’s most successful rugby union teams.

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A large, empty stadium with a green field and red seats.

What to do in Alpes-Maritimes

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Promenade des Anglais

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This fabulous stretch of coastal walkway provides visitors with a stunning view across the Bay of Angels and access to the many beaches along the way.

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