Samantha Brown: Cannes and Nice

Episode

Cannes and Nice

Sam takes a trip to the towns of Cannes, home of the famous Cannes Film Festival, and Nice, in the South of France. She also attends Nice's legendary Carnival festivities.

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Restaurant

Mi-Figue, Mi-Raisin

Mi-Figue, Mi-Raisin is the perfect place to experience authentic Provençal cuisine.

27, Rue du Suquet, 06400 Cannes, France

Activity

Le Suquet

The Le Suquet neighborhood sits above Cannes, and it's full of winding, tapered cobblestoned streets and antique homes.

Rue du Suquet, 06400 Cannes, France

Activity

La Croisette

From this street you can catch a glimpse of the grand hotels, terraced apartments, designer shops and stylish restaurants in Cannes.

Boulevard de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes, France

Activity

Promenade des Anglais

This boulevard is where beachcombers, strollers, roller bladers and wine sippers of the world go to enjoy a slice of paradise.

Promenade des Anglais, Nice, France

Activity

Cimiez

The neighborhood Cimiez is home to both the city's Roman ruins and the Henri Matisse Museum.

Cimiez, Nice, France

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Castle Hill

Castle Hill is a great place to go for fantastic views of Nice's Old Town and the port.

Montee du Chateau, 06300 Nice, France

Activity

Cours Saleya

Cours Saleya, a long pedestrian avenue, is the heart of Nice. The thoroughfare is lined with beautiful restaurants and brasseries.

Cours Saleya, 06300 Nice, France

Activity

Vieille Ville

Old Town, or Vieille Ville, is a jumble of a neighborhood that sits at the base of Castle Hill. It's the most charming part of Nice.

06300 Nice, France

Accommodation

Hotel Martinez

Built in 1927 as a luxury seaside resort, the Martinez has a wonderful Art Deco motif.

73, La Croisette, 06400 Cannes, France

Accommodation

Palais de la Mediterranee

The Palais de la Mediterranee is located on the famous Promenade des Anglais. Its original Art Deco façade is classified as a historic monument.

13-15, Promenade des Anglais, 06000 Nice, France

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