Sun, sea, surf & beaches...or maybe forests, mountains & rivers are more your thing
Whatever you choose to do on your summer holiday you are sure to find a huge range of activities across the Antibes area.
From relaxing to full on adrenaline there is something for everyone, every ability and every age in Antibes. Check out the selection of things below for some holiday inspiration!
Explore the beautiful coastline around Antibes on a boat. Many of these trips include stops for swimming in the crystalline Mediterranean waters, as well as snorkelling and even scuba diving.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
Take a trip on board this luxury yacht along the Riviera, to any destination of your choosing.
Take a trip on board this luxury yacht along the Riviera, cruising to any destination of your choice.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
Antibes is without a doubt one of Europe’s most beautiful and varied sports climbing venues. An abundance of top quality limestone means that the island has an unparalleled variety of routes of all grades - suitable for experienced and beginner climbers.
Explore the best that Antibes's has to offer with an expert local guide. From natural tracks to traditional buildings and crafts, food and drink... there's lots to be discovered in Antibes.
The Picasso museum is housed in the Chateau Grimaldi in the centre of the town of Vallauris. The chateau was built over a Roman fort in the 16th century.
A charming little place, lost amid maritime pines, sheltering an old chapel and the lighthouse.
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!
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.
To the south west of Valbonne you'll find a centre for contemporary art known as Espace de l'Art Concret.
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.
Enjoy a number of cycling trails and routes in Antibes and what better way to explore Antibes than on a bike when you can enjoy the beautiful scenery. Have a look at our cycling guide for more information and explore the cycling routes that are in the area. If you are in Antibes without your biking gear there are a number of cycle hire shops in who rent and sell bikes, gear and more.
This company is based in Cannes and offers a wide range of road bikes, with delivery available to Antibes.
This company is based in Cannes and offers a wide range of road bikes, with delivery available to Antibes.
This company offers a great choice of bicycles, scooters and motorbikes for any duration - whether it’s a day, a week or even a month, you’ll have a bike at your disposal to explore the best of the Côte d'Azur.
Heli Securite offer transfers on a helicopter from the airport to your yacht or various destinations in and around the Cannes area, St Tropez and Monaco. In addition to this they also service all of the main French ski resorts from their base in Courchevel.
Created in 1976 this company has grown and has now transported well over 100,000 passengers. They have a fleet of 12 craft to meet client demands.
Excellent courses and beautiful scenery across the entire Cote d'Azur region, make this a perfect place for a round of golf. There are also a number of golf specialist hotels and resorts that you stay in if a holiday filled with golfing is what you are looking for!
Founded in 1993, the Royal Mougins Golf Club is a course of exceptional quality. Designed by world-famous American architect, the late Robert von Hagge, the par 71, 18-hole course extends for 6,004 m through a lush, wooded vale.
The course of Biot Golf Club extends over 4511m, and has been designed so that it is suitable for players of all levels, but also to enhance the beauty of the site.
Set between Cannes, Nice and Grasse, the Golf Club of Opio Valbonne is one of the jewels in the crown of the Riviera.
A great course for beginners to experienced players, slightly hilly, the greens are linked in a calm and exotic atmosphere in the heart of the Riviera.
The course was designed by the renowned architect Harry Colt.
This golf course is located on a charming old private hunting estate dating back to the 17th century.
With plenty of coastline to explore you would be silly not to hire a boat, charter a yacht or join one of the many boat trips up and down the French Riviera to some of France's best beauty spots.
The 40m motor yacht Magenta M exudes elegance as she cruises the sparkling waters of the Eastern Mediterranean. Primarily based in Athens, Greece, she also offers unforgettable voyages across the Aegean and Ionian Seas, as well as Albania, Croatia, Cyprus, and Turkey. Her pristine white exterior, designed by CRN Ancona, reflects the brilliance of the Greek summer and sets the tone for a luxurious yachting experience.
The 43.5m motor yacht Latitude is an exceptional build from Dutch Yacht Builders, combining elegant design with impressive performance. Based in Cannes and ideal for exploring the Mediterranean, she offers a sophisticated charter experience defined by attention to detail and high-quality craftsmanship.
Sans Abri is a stunning 27m Ferretti 881 that perfectly blends sleek Italian design with generous living spaces, making her an outstanding choice for a Côte d’Azur luxury yacht charter. Built in 2012 and beautifully maintained with a 2020 refit, she showcases elegant exterior lines paired with a bright, contemporary interior designed for relaxed Mediterranean living.
Motor yacht Ava is a timeless 40 metre yacht based in Monaco year-round. Making her an excellent choice for discovering the French Riviera in style. She is one of the rare yachts that can cruise with more than 12 guests on the Riviera, being able to take up to 49 guests cruising. So she is a popular choice for spoiling all your friends with a yacht charter or for impressing associates for a corporate event.
Little One is a sleek and high-performance 22m Baia motor yacht, widely regarded as one of the most popular day charter yachts on the French Riviera. Based in Golfe Juan, she is perfectly positioned for charters in Cannes, Antibes, Juan-les-Pins, Monaco and Saint-Tropez. Combining striking design, exceptional speed and generous deck space, Little One is an outstanding choice for unforgettable days at sea.
Never Enough is a stylish Princess 64 motor yacht, built in 2014 and perfectly positioned in Antibes for exploring the French Riviera, Corsica and Sardinia. Combining modern comfort with a sociable layout, she is an excellent choice for day charters, weekend escapes or longer stays at sea.
This wellness space blends Provençal elegance with exclusive treatments, featuring a private hammam and outdoor jacuzzi for couples.
Discover the Dior Spa at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, where discreet elegance, natural beauty and exceptional care come together on the French Riviera.
This spa is located in the Château Saint-Martin Hotel. They have a large treatments menu to choose from, including face and body services, a fitness centre and yoga lessons.
Situated on the ground floor of the Royal Antibes Hotel, the Cinq Mondes offers a centre of deep relaxation, devoted to your well being.
In an authentic bastide of the 19th-century, surrounded by hundred-year-old olive trees, the team of Royal Spa opens its doors to you for moments of timeless relaxation.
For the ultimate treat, why not have a massage in your own villa, house or hotel room.
Try an adventure playground or a theme park for a day of family fun. There are a number of adventure playground and theme parks, where both adults and children can play for hours.
Open from April to September, this major amusement park includes a large range of entertainment attractions and rides such as mechanised thrill machines (Roller coasters, train rides, water ride, etc.) and carnival games.
Great for children and adults, this adventure park has 2 hectares of games including a spectacular net walk and a village of huts perched the trees.
Try these tree top adventures, all with various levels of difficulty and with plenty of adrenalin pumping fun!
Divided into three zones, this playground meets the needs of children and their parents in terms of indoor recreational entertainment.
100% thrills on this adventure course situated on the edge of Villeneuve-sur-Loup. Activities lasting three hours with 4 levels of difficulty and more than 115 challenges (iron way, rope bridge, zip-wires, climbing...).
From foam pits to airbags, basketball to dodgeball and of course trampoline, there is plenty to keep the entire family entertained.
Hikes in the Alpes-Maritime region can generally be split into two categories: coastal and mountain. The coastal routes are all very accessible and mostly very easy, more like strolls than hikes, but still worth doing for the unbeatable views of the coastline and access to fabulous beaches along the way. The mountain trails take a little more effort to get to, but many can be reached by bus or train. They are a great way to explore the terrain behind Antibes and the many medieval villages that are dotted around the countryside.
Antibes is perfect for water sports with its warm summers, gentle breezes and interesting coastline. There are plenty of watersports centres where you can learn to sail or enjoy thrilling rides in speedboats, and everything in between.
Jet-ski, waterskiing, wakeboard, wakesurf, parachute, canoe and paddleboard, Glisse Paradise have it all!
If you feel like a change from the beach, take a trip to the local public swimming baths. There is a 25-metre swimming pool inside, plus an outdoor 50-metre pool with a diving board.
You can hire a jet ski, or enjoy a guided day out with an instructor who will show you the sites of the wonderful coastline and the islands of the Cote d'Azur.
Based in Antibes, their kayak activities extend along the French Riviera and include the Iles de Lerins.
Kayak hire and trips on offer to discover the beautiful coastline of the Cote d'Azur by sea kayak.
A small centre that focuses on a personal touch and offers not only beginner diving courses, but PADI certification and also instructor development courses.
Take a tour around one of the beautiful vineyards in Antibes. Taste the carefully made wines, learn more about them, the grapes and the wine making process whilst enjoying the wonderful vineyard scenery.
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See allLatest News & ReviewsYou will not be short of entertainment in this beautiful French Riviera town, especially during the summer. Markets are very popular, selling everything from local produce to arts & crafts and second-hand objects. There are also plenty of cultural and musical events, including world-famous festivals like Jazz a Juan, as well as regattas and other sports competitions.
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