This zone sits beside the Vieux Port marina and the Palais des Festivals, the hub for events and conventions in Cannes. It is practical and central, well suited to visitors attending events or anyone who wants quick access to transport and ferries.
The area wraps around the old harbour, with the festival building, cafés and waterfront bustle at its heart and the marina full of boats. It is flat and walkable, busy by day with visitors and ferry passengers, and lively in the evening around the port-side terraces.
Getting around
You are steps from the Palais des Festivals and a short walk from La Croisette, the train station and the bus hub, with ferries to the Lérins islands departing from the port. Côte d'Azur (NCE) is around 30 minutes by car or airport bus.
Before you book this area
- Vibe
- Practical, central and geared toward events and comings-and-goings.
- Day trips
- Ferries to the Lérins islands leave directly from the Vieux Port.
- Watch out for
- During major festivals this area is at its most crowded and busiest.
Frequently asked
Is this a good base for a conference at the Palais?
Yes — you can walk to the Palais des Festivals in minutes, which is a real advantage during busy event periods.
Can I catch the island ferries from here?
Yes — boats to the Lérins islands, including Sainte-Marguerite, depart from the Vieux Port right in this area.
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