Antibes Pictures

Antibes is a quick and easy daytrip from Nice. Raphael Chapot Getty Images

Juan-les-Pin is home to a collection of stunning beaches. Iggi Falcon Getty Images

A popular walk for both locals and visitors, Le Sentier du Littoral, Cap d'Antibes is a narrow coastal trail that hugs the water, affording incredible, unobstructed views of the sea.  Aurea Moemke / EyeEm Getty Images

One of the best markets along the Cote d'Azur, the Marche Provencal offers everything from seasonal vegetables to French cheeses to fresh meats, as well as Provencal-style cuisine and local olives, herbs and oils. stocknshares Getty Images

Take a stroll along the water through the Old Town. Westend61 Getty Images

The Picasso Museum, which hangs nearly 250 of Picasso's works, is actually a former castle, the Château Grimaldi.  stocknshares Getty Images

You'll find an array of spices at the markets of Provence.  Alf Getty Images

The Antibes harbor is always filled with yachts. Mats Silvan Getty Images

Get lost in the cobblestone streets of Antibes. RossHelen Getty Images

You'll find plenty of ingredients perfect for a picnic at the Marche Provencal. iAlf Getty Images

The bustling market is located at Cours Masséna. Karl-August Eggen / EyeEm Getty Images

One the main reasons to plan a trip to Antibes? The beach, of course. StephanHoerold Getty Images

Even if you're not a history buff, plan a visit to Fort Carre for the harbor views. dvoevnore Getty Images

For a 360-degree view of Antibes (and a dose of military history), head to Fort Carré. Sergio Pitamitz / robertharding Getty Images

The view from Fort Carre. Jana1970 Getty Images

Have your camera ready when wandering Old Town to capture its charming, quintessentially European architecture. LightFieldStudios Getty Images