Cap d’Antibes and the medieval Antibes, France

Part of the list of 10 wonders of Provence and Cote d’Azur, the next destination was Cap d’Antibes first, as following the travel guides there should have been some of the best or most famous Cote d\’Azur beaches.

However there\’s also the possibility to look for a free sandy area among the rocks: just a bit of patience and you will find it for sure!

After an afternoon there, we decided to go to Antibes and its historical centre, the old medieval town, really enchanting and absolutely recommended.

You will  feel and “breathe” the typical atmosphere of the Mediterranean seaside places, with their narrow and pedestrian streets and nice squares. After the expensive beach club this time we found a superb restaurant, la Cote a L\’Os, located in Rue James Close 28: with just 30 Euros each you can taste yummy meat of fish combo menus, plus fantastic desserts, typical of the French cuisine. Do  not miss it if you are there!

This picture is perfect to describe the private atmosphere of Antibes

within the walls of the city you could find a market, ideal to walk and buy something or to sea down, relax and have something to drink, like a tasty beer.

Crossed the walls you can have a sightseeing of the harbour and of the Fort Carré:

Coming back to the old medieval town, along Rue Thuret, you can find a nice art expo shop, called La Galerie, where you can buy some nice souvenirs and most of all art souvenirs, like little beautiful paintings of Cote d\’Azur you can put on your wall at home! Recommended too!

Exploring the old medieval town of Antibes you cross gates like this

to reach the castle, now house of the Picasso Museum.

Well the city really deserves to be inserted in the list of 10 wonders of Provence and Cote d’Azur because of its atmosphere, wonderful sea and places to visit.

Where to sleep:

• Budget accomodation: if you don\’t mind sleeping in dorms you can opt for the Backpackers house, an hostel at just 300 meters from the Picasso museum. Prices around 35 Euros per person per night, breakfast not included.
• If you prefer private rooms, the Irin Hotel is also located at 300 meters from the Picasso Museum. Prices around 90 Euros per double room per night, breakfast not included.
• Medium budget: located in the heart of Antibes, the Vieille Ville has nice apartments whose prices are around 115 Euros per night per apartment. Breakfast not included.

I would recommend you to:

• Go to Antibes during the summer or spring/autumn;
• Spend an entire day there, visiting the Fort Carré and the Picasso Museum;
• Spend another day to find a stunning beach and enjoy the fantastic sea!

If you plan a trip in the Cote d’Azur, do not miss Antibes!!! Next stop of Cote d\’Azur travel: Porquerolles!