The Riviera Journal · Journeys and access
Cannes Festival and Monaco Grand Prix transport
Road closures, traffic, timings and drop-off points: plan travel during major events in Cannes and Monaco.
All Riviera Guide adviceAt a glance
- Suggested time
- Plan case by case around the day’s arrangements
- Best for
- Conferences, festivals, events, hotels and appointments
- Access and getting around
- Conditions vary by date, accreditation and local decisions. Check official information, confirm the drop-off point and avoid tight connections.
Local selection
Stops worth keeping
Two sides of Cannes
Le Suquet & the Croisette
Cannes · Half day
Start in Le Suquet and Forville market, then walk down towards the palaces and the sea.
Free access
Grand spectacle
The Rock & Monte-Carlo
Monaco · Half day to 1 day
The Palace, Port Hercule, Casino and gardens: a spectacular day blending heritage, yachts and exceptional addresses.
A quiet pause
The Japanese Garden
Monaco · Larvotto · 45 min
Bridges, a waterfall, stones and greenery create a peaceful pause between Monte-Carlo and Larvotto.
Free access
Provençal market · local produce
A gourmet stroll through Forville Market
Cannes · 1–2 hrs · flexible budget
Cannes’ gourmet heart brings together growers, fishers, cheesemongers, delicatessens and Provençal specialities near Le Suquet.
Free access
Itinerary advice
How to organise your visit
Set a realistic arrival time, identify an authorised drop-off zone, allow for the final walk and keep a backup plan.
Choose your journey
Public transport, taxi or private driver?
Public transport
Often economical and efficient from centre to centre. Check the last service, connections and the final distance to your address.
Taxi or car
Door-to-door travel helps with luggage and unusual hours. Journey time still depends on traffic.
Private driver
A pickup planned for the exact address, with timing, passengers, luggage and stops checked before confirmation.
Times are indicative: check the day’s official timetables and traffic conditions before travelling.
Practical questions
Plan this outing well
How much time should you allow?
Plan case by case around the day’s arrangements
What is the best way to get there?
Conditions vary by date, accreditation and local decisions. Check official information, confirm the drop-off point and avoid tight connections.
What order works best once there?
Set a realistic arrival time, identify an authorised drop-off zone, allow for the final walk and keep a backup plan.