Cannes Walking Tour: From Old Town Le Suquet to La Croisette

Introduction to Cannes, its history and culture. We trace Cannes’ journey from a humble fishing village to a world-famous festival city — exploring the Old Town of Le Suquet, the lively Marché Forville, and the Vieux Port, before continuing along the glamorous seafront to the Palais des Festivals and the iconic Croisette.

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Basic Information


  • Total time

    2h

  • Language

    English, Spanish (check the calendar for availability)

  • Price

    Our “Pay What You Wish” tours don’t have a fixed price — you decide how much the experience was worth. At the end of the tour, please make a fair contribution that reflects your satisfaction and appreciation for your guide’s work. Most guests give between €10 and €50 per person.

Meeting point

Gare Garden (Jardin de la Gare) Nearest public transport: Cannes train station; Pont Carnot bus stop

  • Additional info

    ☂︎ This tour is organised by Walkative Cannes guides. Look for the guide with the yellow umbrella.

    ❗Our tours run in all weather conditions. High or low temperatures, rain, or snow are never a reason for us to cancel. We’re always here for you! The only reasons for cancellation are extreme weather conditions (such as heavy storms), a guide’s sudden illness, or if there are fewer than 5 registered participants. In such cases, we will always notify you using the contact information you provided when booking the tour.

  • Booking rules

    Booking is obligatory. Our “Pay What You Wish” tours are meant for individual travellers and small groups. Large groups (8 or more people) cannot join these tours, as they significantly affect the experience for others and the guide. For school trips, organised tours, or groups of friends, please book our paid option (18€ per person) or arrange a Private Tour. For more information or to schedule a group visit, please contact us directly.

About the tour


Lights, camera… history! Cannes may be known for flashing cameras and the sparkle of the red carpet, but behind the celebrity selfies lies a town layered with centuries of stories. From ancient Roman settlers and medieval monks to British aristocrats and mysterious prisoners hidden away on island fortresses. Cannes is a place where legend meets luxury, and where every quiet street corner has a past just as rich as its famous promenade.

Long before film stars arrived in chauffeured limousines, Cannes was a sleepy fishing village hugging the Mediterranean. That all changed in 1834 when British Lord Brougham, fleeing a cholera outbreak, made an unexpected stop here — and fell in love with the place. Word spread quickly among Europe’s elite, and within a few decades, the town blossomed into a stylish resort. The arrival of the railway in 1863 sealed its fate: Cannes became a Riviera icon, attracting Russians, English, Americans, and — eventually — the global glitterati. But rest assured: beneath the glitz, Cannes has soul, and we will help you discover it!

Our journey begins at the Cannes Train Station, the gateway to its transformation. We’ll stroll down Rue d’Antibes, once a dusty path, now a haven of elegance. At the vibrant Marché Forville, we’ll take in the sights and scents of the region’s best produce and Provençal specialties, still loved by locals and chefs alike. Then we’ll rise above the modern town to Le Suquet, Cannes’ ancient heart, where pastel houses, cobbled alleys, and the hilltop Musée de la Castre reveal stories older than cinema. From the medieval watchtower, you’ll catch a panoramic view that rivals any film set. We’ll then descend to the Old Port, where traditional pointu boats sit beside superyachts, before stepping into the spotlight at the Palais des Festivals, where cinematic history is made every May. Finally, we’ll stroll the legendary La Croisette, lined with palms, palaces, and postcard views — ending with a gaze toward the Île Sainte-Marguerite, once home to the enigmatic Man in the Iron Mask.

This tour blends history and glamour, legends and lifestyle, celebrity and authenticity. Doesn’t matter if you came here for sunshine, cinema, or a story to remember — join us and discover the real Cannes — in all its beauty and contradictions.

Highlights


  1. 1

    Le Suquet Old Town

    The ancient heart of Cannes, with cobbled alleys, pastel houses, and captivating medieval charm.

  2. 2

    Marché Forville

    A vibrant Provençal market filled with local produce, regional specialties, and fragrant flowers.

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    Man in the Iron Mask

    The legendary prisoner of Île Sainte-Marguerite, a mysterious tale shrouded in local history.

Map


Gare Garden (Jardin de la Gare) Nearest public transport: Cannes train station; Pont Carnot bus stop

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