What to do in Cannes?

The Gallia Hotel benefits from an ideal location in the heart of Cannes

You will spend your nights in a quiet neighborhood, and on foot, you can easily experience the rhythm of the city in the cafes and restaurants.

Discover the glamor so characteristic of Cannes on the Croisette, shop in luxury boutiques, dream in front of the grand palaces, marvel in the historic district of Suquet >, taste the regional specialties on the Forville market or indulge in relaxation on the fine sandy beaches. 

You won't have time to get bored in this charming town on the French Riviera! 

The Lérins Islands

Facing Cannes, you will observe the Lérins Islands: Île Sainte-Marguerite and Île Saint-Honorat. 

From the port of Cannes, you can rent a boat or take a cruise towards these islands. 

The Île Sainte-Marguerite offers an exceptional setting between coves and pine forests, you will also discover archaeological remains and Fort Royal. On the Île Saint-Honorat, you will be charmed by its historical past: Abbey of the monks of Lérins, remains of the fortified monastery, chapels, etc. 

Cannes beaches

In 10 minutes' walk, you will be on the superb Cannes Beach, which runs along the Croisette.

On this pleasant beach, several kilometers long, you can tan, swim or practice a water activity: jet ski, skateboard sailing, stand up paddle, diving, etc. To stroll on wilder beaches, go to Théoule-sur-Mer and Mandelieu-la-Napoule

Events in Cannes

The year in Cannes is punctuated by numerous events. Our hotel near the train station in Cannes is ideally positioned to reach these congresses, events and festivals. 

  • International Games Festival,
  •  International Market for Real Estate Professionals,
  • International Film Festival,
  • Cannes Lions Festival,
  • Cannes Yachting Festival,
  • And many others.

The Cannes hinterland

If you stay longer in Cannes and at the Gallia Hotel, we will advise you to go to the Cannes hinterland

Discover the typical villages of the Côte d'Azur such as Èze perched on its rocky outcrop, Saint-Paul-de-Vence with its artists' stalls, Gourdon classified among the “most beautiful villages in France” and Gassin with its panoramic view! 

Don't miss the flowering of the mimosa at Tanneron either.