Boat rental to Antibes
Arrive at Port Vauban — Europe's largest marina — by private boat drive from Saint-Tropez. Picasso Museum, Cap d'Antibes, Old Town, and the best Provençal market on the coast, just one hour away.
About Antibes
Antibes is one of the French Riviera's most captivating towns — a walled old city with 2,000 years of history, wrapped around a harbour that hosts some of the world's largest superyachts. It sits on a rocky headland between Cannes and Nice, with the legendary Cap d'Antibes peninsula extending into the Mediterranean to the south.
Port Vauban, where your boat rental arrives, is Europe's largest pleasure marina. From the quay, it is a two-minute walk to Vieil Antibes — the atmospheric old town of narrow cobblestone streets, Provençal facades, and hidden squares filled with restaurants and galleries.
The town is inseparable from art: Picasso painted here in 1946, and the Musée Picasso in the Château Grimaldi is one of the Riviera's finest museums. Just next door, Juan-les-Pins offers sandy beaches, art deco villas, and one of Europe's oldest jazz festivals every July.
What to do in Antibes
From Picasso to coastal hikes, Provençal markets to superyacht spotting — Antibes packs an extraordinary amount into a compact, walkable town.
Picasso Museum
Housed in the Château Grimaldi, where Picasso worked in 1946. The collection includes paintings, ceramics, and drawings created during his stay — with a stunning Mediterranean terrace overlooking the sea.
Sentier du Littoral (Cap d'Antibes)
Walk the spectacular coastal path around Cap d'Antibes. Rocky coves, turquoise water, pine forests, and views of the Îles de Lérins. Allow 2-3 hours for the full loop.
Provençal market on Cours Masséna
One of the best markets on the Riviera. Every morning (except Mondays), the covered market and surrounding streets fill with local produce, flowers, olives, socca, and artisan goods.
Fort Carré
This 16th-century star-shaped fortress offers panoramic views over the port, the old town, and the Alps. A short walk from Port Vauban — well worth the climb.
Juan-les-Pins Jazz Festival
Every July, the neighbouring resort of Juan-les-Pins hosts one of Europe's oldest jazz festivals. World-class musicians perform under the pine trees, steps from the beach.
Port Vauban
Europe's largest marina, home to some of the world's biggest superyachts. Stroll the quays and admire the fleet, then head into the old town for dinner.
Why take a boat rental to Antibes?
Port-to-port luxury
Your boat rental arrives directly at Port Vauban — steps from the old town, restaurants, and the Picasso Museum. No transfers, no taxis, no navigation through unfamiliar streets. You step off the boat and you are there.
1 hour vs. 1h30-2h by road
The drive from Saint-Tropez to Antibes follows the A8 motorway via Fréjus — a journey of 1h30 to 2 hours depending on traffic, plus parking time. By boat, you travel the coast in about 1 hour with spectacular views of the Esterel mountains, Cannes, and the Îles de Lérins.
The Riviera from the sea
Cruise past the red rocks of the Esterel massif, the Bay of Cannes, and the islands of Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat before arriving at the imposing ramparts of Antibes. It is one of the most scenic coastal routes on the entire Mediterranean.
Saint-Tropez to Antibes by boat rental
Skip the motorway and arrive at Europe's largest marina in style. Private boat rental, scenic coastal route, door-to-door service.