Antibes old town ramparts overlooking the Mediterranean Sea with the Alps in the background

Hitoric

Landmarks

of Antibes

From ancient ramparts to Picasso’s favourite haunt — discover the monuments and sites that define this extraordinary corner of the Côte d’Azur.

Must-Sees Historical Monuments and Heritage Sites

Picasso Museum
Château Grimaldi

World’s first museum dedicated to Picasso. The master worked there in 1946 and left 23 paintings and 44 drawings. Exceptional collection including « La Joie de vivre. »

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Fort Carré
Historical Monument

Military masterpiece on a 26m-high rock. 360° panoramic view over the Baie des Anges. Napoleon was briefly imprisoned there in 1794.

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Notre-Dame-de-l'Immaculée-Conception Cathedral
Historical Monument

Former cathedral of Antibes diocese, altarpiece attributed to Louis Bréa, remarkable Romanesque architecture.

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Vauban Ramparts
Saint-André Bastion

2km walk along the sea. Saint-André Bastion houses the Archaeology Museum with Greek and Roman remains.

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Grimaldi Tower
Part of Château Grimaldi

25m-high square tower, witness to the castrum Antipolitani, built on Roman foundations.

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Notre-Dame de la Garoupe Church
Historical Monument

Marine sanctuary filled with sailors’ ex-votos. Panoramic view over the bay. High spiritual place for seafarers.

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Saint-Bernardin Chapel
Historical Monument

Former chapel of the White Penitents’ Confraternity. Recently restored frescoes from 16th and 19th centuries. 18th-century wooden altarpiece.

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Peynet Museum
Old Antibes

Dedicated to Raymond Peynet and his famous « little lovers. » Unique collection of humorous drawings and caricatures from 19th century to today.

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Landmarks Locations

Antibes is one of the oldest cities on the French Riviera, founded by the Greeks over 2,400 years ago. Its old town, ramparts, and historic sites offer an unmatched journey through centuries of Mediterranean history.

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