Most of the city's hiking trails are signposted along the sea. Even without a map of Cannes, you'll easily find the Old Port (le Vieux Port), where the Royal Regatta calls, the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès with its Walk of Stars, where some 300 actors have left their handprints, the legendary Boulevard de la Croisette and other sights.
But if you're looking for the 14 movie-themed walls or the historic city center on Mont Chevalier, you'd better have a map.
You can pick up a map of Cannes with hotels, restaurants and attractions at the tourist office near the Palais des Festivals. Usually, on the back of such a map of Cannes, the route to explore the city is summarized in Russian and other languages.
What neighborhood in Cannes to stay in? The answer lies in your wallet and leisure preferences.
Croisette.
This neighborhood is the most prestigious and expensive in Cannes. The advantages of settling here are the proximity to the sea, beaches, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior and other boutiques. It is on the Croisette that the best hotels and restaurants in the city are located.
CenterThe area around the Rue d'Antibes is considered to be the place to be. This area in the center of Cannes is also known as the "banana". To understand why, just look at its outline on the map. It is convenient for settlement if your plans include a wide cultural and entertainment program. Life here is simply buzzing. Also, hotel prices in the center are more affordable than on the Croisette.
California (Californie)
The area is east of the central part, consists mostly of villas, including those owned by celebrities. California has a beautiful landscape and a clear sea. It is the best place to live in Cannes if you want peace and quiet and to be at one with nature.
Old TownThe neighborhood of Le Suquet offers an old-world atmosphere and close proximity to many sights: the Musée de la Castre, Notre-Dame de l'Esperance and others. The Chevalier Mountain, where this historic district of Cannes is located, offers excellent views of the harbor and the city.
Petit Juas.
This neighborhood is a short drive north of the Old Town. It's mostly private villas and cottages.
There are no dangerous neighborhoods in Cannes like in Paris or Marseille, but in any case, it's best to be vigilant.
