Antibes Itinerary 1 Day

A Day in Antibes - Perfect 24 Hours Guide

Spend a day in Antibes, the resort town of France, and the fairytale atmosphere of the town will captivate your heart forever. Located on the French Riviera between Cannes and Nice, this “picture-perfect” town is famous for historic forts, panoramic beaches, and an exciting nightlife. And, when you attend the Jazz à Juan music festival at such a beautiful town, you need no more of a paradise. So, it takes some efforts to choose a perfect itinerary when you have only 24 hours in Antibes. This Antibes Itinerary of 1 day will give you some great ideas.

How to spend 1 day in Antibes?

Begin the fun-filled day at Antibes Land

The city of Antibes is all fun1 and no place could be better than the Antibes Land to start a fun-filled day in the city. Located in the heart of Antibes, this amusement park was opened in 1981 and features carnival-style games, various themed-attractions, and plenty of exciting rides. Meet the dolphins swimming in the pool and watch some show at the open-air projector. You can spend 1.5 hours of entertainment here.

Hiking along the beach at Le Sentier du Littoral

One of the exciting parts of your 1 day in Antibes is hiking along the beach at Le Sentier du Littoral. You can reach here after driving only 25 minutes from Antibes Land. This a rocky area with walking paths along the coast where you can enjoy a hike while looking at the beautiful sight of passing yachts. Make sure that you are wearing a good pair of shoes while here as the 30-minute hike can be a little tiring.

Look at the French Riviera from La Garoupe lighthouse

Another 15 minutes’ drive will take you to the lighthouse of La Garoupe. This is one of the oldest lighthouses in the area and although it is not open to the public, its beautiful surroundings are. People enjoy the breathtaking views of the French Riviera from the lighthouse while having an ice cream atop the hill. You can also plan to visit the small chapel which is located nearby.

Beach fun at Plage de la Garoupe

If you are not satisfied with the views of the sea you have just enjoyed from the hill, take a 10 minutes’ drive and head to the beach of Plage de la Garoupe. You can spend about 30 to 40 minutes playing on the white sand of the beach. Also, if you want to discover your adventurous side, hike over the rocky peninsula surrounding the beach area.

Take a tour of Musée Picasso

France has been known for its art throughout the world. Even the town of Antibes is not untouched by it. One of the best artists to date is Pablo Picasso and Musee Picasso is one of the best places to admire his work. Also called as Château Grimaldi, this museum displays a small but impressive collection of works by Picasso. Spend an hour discovering more about the artist.

Le Nomade: A Sculpture by the shore

Le Nomad can be your last stop on your one-day trip to Antibes. Sculpted by the Spanish artist Jaume Plensa, this giant sculpture is one of the top attractions in Antibes. The sculpture is set over a waterfront fort. The place closes at 6 pm but you should surely stop at the fort while coming back to see the sunset over the skies.

Although Antibes is a small town, it offers a plethora of activities for the travelers. This 1-day itinerary has tried to cover the main attractions of the town.