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Culture of Antibes. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces

Antibes Museum of Napoleon (Le Musee Napoleon) remains the most famous attraction of Antibes. As it is not hard to guess, the exposition of the museum is devoted to life and work of the great emperor. The beautiful mansion contains items that previously have belonged to Bonaparte. Here you can see beautiful furnishings, antique furniture, and various historical documents. Besides this, a part of the exhibition features works of marine painters. The museum also exhibits the models of ancient ships.
Family holidays with kids in Antibes. How to entertain your child, things to show to children.
Travelers can enjoy a lot of entertainment in Antibes. The most popular place for a family vacation is the Marineland Park. This park of marine animals offers a lot of interesting … Open
Water is the main theme of another attraction of the city - Mariland Oceanarium. This is one of the most popular aquariums in Europe, where you can fully appreciate the beauty and majesty of a deep sea. Among the inhabitants of the aquarium are seals and dolphins, which are also the main participants of grand shows. The recreation area is the location of a large swimming pool with artificial waves, unhurried rivers and water slides. Water Park Mariland will be a great place of rest for the whole family.
Art connoisseurs will be interested in visiting Picasso Museum, which exhibits priceless paintings and engravings of the great painter. The museum also contains a rich collection of pottery and sketches, which were created by the internationally renowned painter. One of the halls of the museum contains a small collection of archeological artifacts, some of which are very interesting. A separate hall of the museum is dedicated to the works of such famous artists as Joan Miró, Max Ernst and Jean Cocteau. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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Oscar's is known as the most elegant restaurant of the city. High vaulted ceilings, beautiful antique furniture, stylishly decorated walls, graceful statues and vases with flowers - the … Open
Fans of walks through the picturesque natural attractions will surely fall in love with Floral Park, which territory is home to more than two thousand shrubs and trees. Beautiful flower beds remain the main attraction of the park. This place is a popular destination for rest among both tourists and locals. Provencal farm is also an interesting destination for excursions. This is a unique open-air museum that will introduce its visitors to the lifestyle of the local farmers. Just a few steps away from the farm you will find a food market where you can buy the most delicious and healthy products. Tourists with children should not forget to visit a performance of the local puppet theater, which often hosts interesting presentations. Rag dolls are not the only characters of the theater as pets often participate in performances.
Antibes_vue_de_la_salice You can have a great time in Port Vauban walking along the picturesque harbor and watching people get in and out of yachts, which are as picturesque and beautiful as the harbor itself. There is no wonder why Antibes is so famous for its luxurious boats and, is therefore referred to as the “bay of billionaires”. By the way, while walking here, you can by chance come across some celebrities. You should not be surprised by this, because this place is a popular holiday destination for them. Opposite the port, you can find a wall with many cafes and restaurants, each of which will be a pleasure to drop in on. All you need to do is find time to try them all.
Authentic traditions, festivals and lifestyle of Antibes inhabitants
The local people are sociable, hospitable and very friendly. They have quickly got accustomed to a large number of visitors, so the locals are always happy to help travelers and even tell … Open
Among the religious monuments, Cathedrale Notre Dame de la Platea is one you cannot miss. This is the main cathedral of the city. Despite this fact, the cathedral is far from tourist routes, and stands out not for its magnitude, but for its sophistication and elegance. At first glance though, it seems simple – but this is only a first impression. On entering inside, you can understand that it is elegant in every detail. Another monument of sacred architecture, Notre-Dame de Bon Port, is famous for the fact that beautiful views of the sea, as well as Antibes and its surroundings, open up from here. You can pray here for the sailors, who also present gifts to the Mother of God to grant them safe and sound return home.
Antibes_vu_du_phare There are fortifications in Antibes, too. We are referring to Fort Carré which is built on the ledge of a rock. It has a star shape, and the time of its construction dates back to the 16th century. The fort is notable for being perfectly preserved, as well as for the fact that some scenes from the James Bond movie, “Never say never” starring Sean Connery, were filmed here. On the way, you should take notice of the monument to a soldier of the First World War. Another military facility designed to protect the city is Bastion Saint Jaume. Located in the main port of the billionaires’ bay, you will also find here an interesting sculpture of Le Nomade – a gazebo in the form of a sitting man made of interlaced iron threads. The views from here are stunning: on the one hand, the sea and on the other hand, the Old Town. As a poet would say, what a beauty!!!
Your active city break in Antibes. Attractions, recreation and entertainment - best places to spend your day and night here
Due to a large choice of nightlife entertainments, various discos and bars Antibes is often called "a resort for youth". Indeed, fans of nighttime entertainments will have a wonderful … Open
Yet another interesting attraction is Phare de la Garoupe. Firstly, this is the highest point of the city and there is an observation deck here. Secondly, you can have a picnic here. And thirdly, the Église Notre Dame de la Garoupe, another beautiful landmark of Antibes, is located nearby. Particularly beautiful views can be beheld if you arrive at the observation deck at sunset. As for the church, it is worth noting that it is more attractive on the inside than on the outside. The exterior looks modest, but inside, hidden treasure such as memorials to fallen soldiers and beautiful wall paintings await visitors.
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Map of all palaces
Public palaces near Antibes
♥   Palace 'The Prince’s Palace' , 29.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Antibes and around
♥   Art museum 'Musée des Arts Asiatiques' Nice, 12.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Fondation Maeght' Saint-Paul, Alpes-Maritimes, 13.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nice' Nice, 16.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Musée d art moderne et d art contemporain' Nice, 18.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Musée Matisse' Nice, 19.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Antibes
♥   Ancienne cathédrale Notre-Dame du Puy, Grasse, 17.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilique Notre-Dame de l’Assomption, Nice, 17.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilique-Cathédrale Sainte-Marie et Sainte-Réparate, Nice, 18 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Sanctuaire national Notre-Dame Auxiliatrice, Nice, 19.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Cathédrale Notre-Dame de L’Immaculée Conception, Monaco-Ville, 29.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilique Notre-Dame de la Victoire, Saint-Raphaël, 33.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Cathédrale Notre-Dame et Saint-Étienne, Fréjus, 34.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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Excursions over cultural sights of neighbours of Antibes

Cannes
Palais des Festivals and Avenue of Stars are considered the most popular tourist destinations of the city. For many years they have remained the main tourist attractions of Cannes. Tourists will also be interested in visiting the historic part of Cannes and see priceless architectural monuments. Travellers are welcome to follow one of numerous exciting excursion routes. ... Open »
Nice
Not far away from the square are located beautiful historic buildings, which are also important sightseeing objects. Russian quarter is home to various religious sites and attractions of Nice. Here you will find Cathedral of St. Nicholas, a memorial chapel and a beautiful church located nearby. You should definitely not forget to walk along the boulevard of Nicholas II, which ... Open »
Monte Carlo
Of course, there are more original excursion objects in Monte Carlo. Japanese garden is one of them. Located near the coastline, this is a large project created by talented designers and florists. In addition to plants of wondrous beauty, the garden is decorated with miniature waterfalls, bamboo fences, and stones - just like in a real Japanese garden. There is also a cozy tea ... Open »
Menton
The church is one of the most beautiful architectural landmarks of the city executed in baroque style. The construction of the church started in 1675. The church features luxury interior design, the building has excellently preserved the wall paintings created by renowned artists and painters. Tourists should look into the inner court of the church paved with pebble stones of ... Open »
Saint-Tropez
A remarkable landmark of a later period is the Saint Tropez Citadel (La Citadelle de Saint-Tropez) which was erected in the 16th century. It should be noted that this construction was built against the will of local folks. In this way the king managed not only to unite the citizens of the city but also demonstrated his power and might. At present a part of the fortifying ... Open »
San Remo
San Remo, the most scenic and luxurious resort town of Liguria, features a vast choice of historical sites and architectural landmarks. One of the most unusual and remarkable spots of tourist attraction is the Chiesa Russa (the Russian Orthodox Church) which was constructed in 1913 under command of renowned architects Pietro Agosti and Alexey Shchusev. By its decoration and ... Open »
Culture guide to Antibes. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Antibes: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Antibes. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
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