16 Blvd Alexandre III Guidebook
Beach
Open for breakfast
Less expensive beach beds than other clubs nearby
10 locals recommend
Rado Beach Helen
Boulevard de la CroisetteOpen for breakfast
Less expensive beach beds than other clubs nearby
Public park with children's play area. There is a free, clean public restroom here down the stairs (look for it, it's hidden!)
20 locals recommend
Square du 8 Mai 1945
Public park with children's play area. There is a free, clean public restroom here down the stairs (look for it, it's hidden!)
Scenic spot La Croisette
Flat concrete dock where you can sunbathe and jump in the sea to swim
Grocery
Carrefour City
41 Bd Alexandre IIIMarket with most essentials - you can walk here
Casino supermarché
Avenue Nicolas AusselLarger supermarket
Other
Pharmacy Alexander III
44 Bd Alexandre IIImedicine, sunscreen, etc. It's a pharmacy!
Food scene
It's a bit of a walk but it's the closest bakery with good croissants. Get there early because they will sell out.
10 locals recommend
Bakery California
96 Av. Maréchal JuinIt's a bit of a walk but it's the closest bakery with good croissants. Get there early because they will sell out.
La Piastra
22 Bd Alexandre IIIRight downstairs from the flat, closest place for pizza
Harry's Bar Cannes
Boulevard de la CroisetteGood place for a drink away from the crowd
Al Charq
20 Rue RouazeQuality Lebanese food
Bobo bistro
21 Rue du Commandant AndréCasual, lively restaurant. Best to book ahead!
Fun atmosphere, two seatings (early at 7pm). If you can't get a reservation, try showing up right at 7 to get a table
218 locals recommend
La Môme
6 Rue FlorianFun atmosphere, two seatings (early at 7pm). If you can't get a reservation, try showing up right at 7 to get a table
City advice
Customs and culture
Greetings are important
Say Bonjour upon entering a shop or restaurant and Merci when leaving
Useful phrases
Where is the bathroom
"Les toilettes s'il vous plait?"
Ways to save
Public beach
Zamenhof public beach is run by the city of Cannes. You can book sling chairs and an umbrella for a day for 8euros. Take a sandwich or picnic in your bag!
Travelling with kids
Vegaluna Beach has kid stuff
This beach club has swings
Getting around
On foot is usually fastest
It's tempting to want to use the car, but in Cannes it's a slow way to get around.
Walking along the water gives you a nice atmosphere while you're walking to your destination.
Don't miss
Fireworks competition in the summer
All through the months of July and August there is an International Fireworks competition. Shows start at 10pm on designated days. Can be seen from anywhere on the beach and even from our balcony but not a full view.
Ways to save
Water at restaurants
If you don't mind tap water, just ask for a "carafe d'eau" (care-aff-dough) and they'll bring it free of charge