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Sights in Antibes

Discover and book the top Antibes sights

Frejus Cathedral, Frejus

Fréjus Cathedral, Fréjus

This cathedral in central Fréjus is part of a larger fortified medieval complex

Location
Frejus

Dating back to the 5th century when the baptistery was built makes it the oldest in the Provence region and one of the oldest in France. At this ancient, Merovingian style baptistery you can still see a 5th century baptismal basin for full immersion, as well as Roman columns.

Absinthe Museum

Absinthe Museum

The infamous green drink known as the 'Green Fairy'

Absinthe has been made in Antibes for a long time. It is possible to visit the Absinthe Museum to see how this incredibly potent green spirit is made.

a large stone house housing a museum

Musee Renoir, Cagnes sur Mer

A museum at the house where Renoir & his family used to live

The world-famous painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir lived at La Ferme des Collettes with his family from 1907 until his death in 1919. Renoir moved to Cagnes-Sur-Mer in the hopes that the warm climate would improve his arthritis, which eventually confined him to a wheelchair. The house in which he spent the last 12 years of his life is set in a beautiful estate full of citrus and olive trees, looking out along the coastline all the way to way to the Cap d’Antibes.

Espace de l'Art Concret, Mouans-Sartoux

Espace de l'Art Concret, Mouans-Sartoux

Contemporary art gallery with varied exhibitions, workshops & events

Location
Mougins

To the south west of Valbonne you'll find a centre for contemporary art known as Espace de l'Art Concret.

Musee Escoffier de l'Art Culinaire

Musee Escoffier de l'Art Culinaire, Villeneuve Loubet

Museum of Culinary Art in this historic town

This museum was set up by outstanding chef Auguste Escoffier who worked as head chef at the Savoy in London. He founded this museum which is dedicated to culinary art.

La Verrerie de Biot

La Verrerie de Biot

Hand-made glass factory in Biot

Location
Biot

The glass tradition in Provence dates back thousands of years, but it has has been a major industry in Biot since the 1950s.

Musee de la Mer, Ile Sainte-Marguerite

Musee de la Mer, Ile Sainte-Marguerite

A museum of underwater archeology and land plus Iron Mask prison cell

Location
Cannes

Situated within the Royal Fort on Ile Sainte-Marguerite in the Bay of Cannes, this museum is a place not only of learning but also of rich history.

Musee d'Histoire et d'Archeologie exterior brick wall and door

Musee d'Histoire et d'Archeologie (History & Archaeology Museum)

Museum showcasing the history of Antibes through the ages

Take a look into the ancient past of Antibes which includes some artefacts from the Greek occupation when the town was known as Antipolis.

Abbaye de Lerins (Lerins Abbey) Monastery, Ile Sainte-Honorat

Abbaye de Lerins Monastery (Lerins Abbey), Ile Saint-Honorat

Visit this charming 5th century abbey which is still a working monastery

Location
Cannes

Located on the island of Saint Honorat, the abbey is still occupied by monks. It's possible to receive a guided tour and re-charge your spiritual batteries.

Espace Mer et Littoral (Graillon Tower)

Espace Mer et Littoral (Graillon Tower), Cap d'Antibes

Maritime museum located in an old fort

Location
Antibes

This museum is located in the Graillon Tower on the tip of the Cap d'Antibes. It boasts panoramic views from its large terrace.

interior of the postcard museum in Antibes

Musee de la Carte Postale

The Postcard Museum exhibits a permanent collection of thousands of postcards

From all period and all countries, this museum has a wonderful collection that showcases the history of the postcard.

Musee de la Photographie (Photography Museum), Mougins

Musee de la Photographie (Photography Museum)

Free museum showing the history of photography in the area

Location
Mougins

Right in the centre of the old town of Mougins is an interesting photography museum. On display are various antique cameras plus old photography equipment, and a large collection of portraits of Pablo Picasso. 

Musee Nationale de Fernand Leger, near Biot

Musee Nationale de Fernand Leger, near Biot

Museum dedicated to the life and work of Fernand Léger

Location
Biot

A few months before his death in 1955, artist Fernand Léger acquired a farmhouse at the foot of the village of Biot. It was here that his widow Nadia Leger, decided to create a museum to honour him and showcase his life's work.

Parfumerie Fragonard, Grasse

Parfumerie Fragonard, Grasse

Perfume museum in one of the oldest parfumerie's in Grasse

Location
Grasse

This historic perfume factory is in the heart of the Old Town and is one of the oldest in Grasse, constructed in 1782.

A small town sits on top of a hill surrounded by trees

Chateau Museum Grimaldi, Cagnes sur Mer

A palatial art museum and historic monument in its own right

Chateau Grimaldi may take you somewhat by surprise if you are expecting the usual historical museum experience - it also holds regular exhibitions of contemporary art and isn’t afraid of displaying bizarre and sometimes challenging installations. The artworks are incongruous in such a traditional context and the collection changes regularly, so you never know quite what you’re going to get when you visit!

Provence Art & History Museum, Grasse

Provence Art & History Museum, Grasse

Bringing together collections devoted to the history & art of eastern Provence

Location
Grasse

With items from prehistoric times, and fine arts and decorative arts from as early as the 17th century, all the way up to the first half of the 20th century.

Fondation Maeght

Maeght Fondation Museum, St-Paul de Vence

Top French contemporary and modern art museum

Location
Vence

Just outside Saint-Paul de Vence lies one of France's most famous modern and contemporary art museums. Surrounded by pleasant gardens, this is a nice place to spend your afternoon.

Parfumerie Molinard, Grasse

Parfumerie Molinard, Grasse

Guided tours & perfume workshops

Location
Grasse

Grasse is the world capital of perfumes. At this museum you can discover the ancient tradition of parfumerie and learn how to create your own, unique scent.

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