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Historic neighborhood · Cannes, Provença-Alpes-Costa Azul
Le Suquet
Cannes's oldest neighborhood, on a hill above the Vieux Port, with narrow streets, the church of Notre-Dame d'Espérance and the museum in the old castle.
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About Le Suquet
Le Suquet is the old town of Cannes, on the hill to the west of the bay, above the Vieux Port. It was the fishing village that existed before holidaymakers arrived in the 19th century. The streets wind up in curves and steps to the top, with old houses and restaurants.
At the top are the church of Notre-Dame d'Espérance, in Provençal Gothic style, and the Place de la Castre, with the medieval tower and the ruins of the castle that once belonged to the monks of Lérins. The esplanade in front of the church overlooks the bay, the Croisette and the Îles de Lérins.
The castle houses the Musée des Explorations du Monde, formerly the Musée de la Castre, with objects from the Himalayas, the Arctic, pre-Columbian America and Oceania, as well as 19th-century landscape paintings. From the museum's tower you reach another viewpoint over the city.
At the foot of the hill is the Marché Forville, Cannes's covered market, and the rue Meynadier, a pedestrian street with shops and grocery stores.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About one and a half to two and a half hours, including the museum.
Best time
Late afternoon is best for the view with the low light over the bay, and evening for dinner. The museum may have temporary closures; check before you go.
How to get there
From the Vieux Port, walk up rue Saint-Antoine or the Montée du Château. It's about a 10–15 minute walk from Gare de Cannes to the foot of the hill.
Tip
The climb is short but steep and stony: wear comfortable footwear. Restaurants on rue Saint-Antoine usually open for dinner from about 7:30 pm.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Le Suquet
What is the Musée des Explorations du Monde?
It is the municipal museum housed in the old castle of the Suquet, with objects from cultures around the world and landscape paintings. It has a tower with views over the town.
How far is the walk to reach the top of the Suquet?
From the Vieux Port, it's about a 10-minute climb up steep streets and steps.
Is the Suquet good for dinner?
Yes. Rue Saint-Antoine and the nearby streets are full of restaurants; dinners usually start from around 7:30 PM.