🇫🇷 Antibes: The Undisputed Gem of the French Riviera

🌊 Must-Do in Antibes (Summer Edition) ☀️ Pro Tip: With late sunsets, you’ve got all day—but pack flexibility for sudden weather changes! 1️⃣ Cap d’Antibes 📍 Park at Plage de la Garoupe (free!) → iconic mountain-meets-sea photo spot 📸 🚶 Then walk to Le Sentier du Littoral (no hike needed—swim/cliff jump if weather allows!) 2️⃣ Old Town Magic 📍 Park at Q-Park Pré aux Pêcheurs → start wandering at Boulevard d’Aguillon 3️⃣ Monet’s View 📍 Plage du Ponteil (Parking du Ponteil) → sunset here is next-level romantic 🌅 🛍️ Shop Like a Local Antibes Books: Adorable postcards! Marché Provençal: Homemade jams & lavender honey 🍯 🍽️ Foodie Hits (…& Misses) ✅ Gelateria Del Porto: Best gelato ever! ✅ La Pescheria: Fresh seafood ❌ Good Mate Coffee – Ran out of time! ✅ Petit Monsieur: Cozy bistro vibes ⚠️ La Pergola: Called twice—hours are tricky! 🏠 Stay Here Escale au Val de la Mer (10min drive to town) – peaceful & scenic 📌 Pro Tips 1️⃣ Check hours! Museums/restaurants often close Sundays. 2️⃣ Marché Provençal: Mon closed; 7am-2pm other days. 3️⃣ Hiking? Skip if windy/cloudy—views get moody 😅 4️⃣ Monet’s spot: Go at golden hour for magic light! Why I’m Obsessed: ✔️ No crowds, just pure joie de vivre ✔️ Art + sea + food—all in one ✔️ Feels like the real South of France #FrenchRiviera #HiddenGems #SlowTravel #AntibesGuide #TravelDifferently #FranceByLocal