INFO ANTIBES
Second largest city in the Alpes-Maritimes department, Antibes Juan-les-Pins has a long and rich history that is reflected in its architecture. Antibes has been an important coastal town since before the Romans and its superb natural port and key location near Italy have contributed to its cultural pre-eminence. There are many museums, cultural centres and historical sites scattered throughout the city that testify to the 2 600 stories that have been told about Antibes over the years.
It is through these small narrow streets, ancient squares and prestigious venues such as the Gould Pinède, theFortCarré or the Villa Eilenroc that festivals, conferences, exhibitions, theatrical events and concerts take place throughout the year.
Take advantage of your presence at the Antibes Yacht Show to take in some of the cultural events for which the town is famous.
Antibes is well known for its monuments; Antibes’ heritage is ancient and diverse and this is reflected in the richness and variety of its historical monuments and it is very pleasant to take a stroll around the town and discover them all.
Guided tours are available at theAntibestourist office.
Several web sites will keep you up to date withAntibes’ cultural events, and those of the surrounding towns:
Visit the Antibes Tourist Office who can give you the latest info for Antibes:
11, place du Général de Gaulle - BP 37
06601 Antibes Cedex - France
Tel : +33 (0)4 97 23 11 11 - Fax : +33 (0)4 97 23 11 12
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The Juan-les-Pins Tourist Office:
51, boulevard Charles Guillaumont
06160 Juan-les-Pins
Tel : +33 (0)4 97 23 11 10 - Fax : +33 (0)4 97 23 11 09
