An Antibes private tour with driver from Nice usually takes 4 to 6 hours door to door when you focus on the old town and marina. You travel with your own chauffeur and vehicle, walk at your pace, and skip fixed coach timetables. Driving from central Nice to Antibes takes about 25 to 35 minutes each way in normal traffic.
Kosy Limousine picks you up at your Nice hotel, Villefranche, or Nice Cote d’Azur Airport (NCE). We agree the route and timing before the day starts, then return you to Nice or continue west toward Cannes if you book a longer day.
Want the full west-coast run? See our Cannes private tour with driver page. For all planned day trips, visit our French Riviera private tours with driver hub.
Half-day vs full-day Antibes tours
| Half-day | Full-day | |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 4 to 5 hours | 7 to 8 hours |
| Best for | Antibes old town, Picasso Museum, port | Antibes plus Cannes or Cap d’Antibes viewpoints |
| Typical depart Nice | 9:00 or 13:30 | 9:00, return around 17:00 |
| Driving distance | About 50 to 70 km | About 90 to 120 km if Cannes is added |
| Pace | Ramparts, marina, museum | Above plus La Croisette or coastal photo stops |
A half-day suits guests who want a compact coastal town without the longer run to Cannes. A full-day works if you want Antibes in the morning and Cannes in the afternoon, a pattern many visitors request.
Sample half-day itinerary: Antibes and Juan-les-Pins
This is our standard Antibes-focused schedule. Times are flexible; your chauffeur adjusts if you want longer in the museum or at the port.
09:00 Pick-up at your Nice hotel or the airport
09:35 Arrive Antibes old town. Ramparts, Provencal market area (mornings), narrow lanes toward the cathedral
10:30 Picasso Museum (Grimaldi Castle) or extra time in the old town (museum tickets optional)
11:45 Walk Port Vauban and the marina (mega-yacht views, quick photo stops)
12:15 Optional lunch in Antibes or Juan-les-Pins (meals not included)
13:30 Short stop at Juan-les-Pins beachfront or Cap d’Antibes viewpoint if time allows
14:00 to 14:30 Return to Nice, the airport, or your hotel
Cruise passengers with a tight window should share ship name and all-aboard time when you enquire. We plan realistic timing from Villefranche or Nice port.
What to see in Antibes and Juan-les-Pins
You do not need every stop. These cover what most private tours include:
- Antibes old town: Ramparts, Safranier quarter, views toward the Alps and sea. Allow 60 to 90 minutes on foot.
- Picasso Museum (optional): Housed in the Chateau Grimaldi; strong if you like modern art. Plan 60 to 75 minutes.
- Port Vauban: One of the largest marinas in Europe; easy walk from the old town.
- Juan-les-Pins (optional): Jazz heritage, beach promenade; 5 minutes by car from Antibes centre.
- Cap d’Antibes coastal viewpoint (optional, full-day): Photo stop on the way toward Cannes.
Cannes is about 20 minutes west of Antibes by road. For La Croisette and Le Suquet, see our Cannes private tour with driver page.
What’s included in your private tour
When you book an Antibes day tour with Kosy Limousine, you get a private vehicle and chauffeur for the agreed hours.
Included:
- Mercedes sedan, van, or SUV matched to your group and luggage
- English-speaking chauffeur (French standard; other languages on request)
- Fuel and tolls on the agreed route
- Waiting time at each stop within your booked window
- Hotel, airport, or port pick-up in central Nice and Villefranche (other pick-up points on request)
Not included unless we arrange it:
- Museum and garden entrance tickets
- Meals and drinks
- Licensed guide inside museums (your chauffeur knows where to park and how long to allow)
Guests arriving by air often combine the tour with a Nice airport transfer on the same day. We track flight delays for aligned pick-up.
Drive times and pick-up from Nice
Distances below are approximate by road from central Nice. Summer traffic on the A8 and coast road can add 10 to 20 minutes.
| Route | Distance | Typical drive |
|---|---|---|
| Nice centre to Antibes | 20 km | 25 to 35 min |
| Nice airport (NCE) to Antibes | 22 km | 30 to 40 min |
| Antibes to Cannes | 10 km | 20 to 30 min |
| Antibes to Saint-Paul-de-Vence | 25 km | 40 to 50 min inland |
Your chauffeur uses the fastest reliable route for traffic conditions. Old-town Antibes is pedestrian; you walk while the vehicle waits at the agreed point.
If you need a driver without a fixed sightseeing plan, see our private driver in Nice page. This tour page is for a planned Antibes itinerary.
Why book a private tour instead of a group coach
Shared excursions from Nice follow fixed timetables and large groups. You spend limited time in Antibes and rarely adjust for lunch or a longer museum visit.
A private Antibes tour with driver gives you:
- Door-to-door service from Nice or the airport
- Room for luggage on travel days
- A vehicle sized to your group
- A fixed quote in euros for the vehicle, not per-person OTA pricing
Kosy Limousine is a local chauffeur company on the Cote d’Azur. You discuss the route, vehicle, and price with us before you confirm.
How pricing and booking work
Rates depend on hours booked, vehicle type, season, and whether you add Cannes on the same day. We send a firm quote after you share:
- Travel dates
- Pick-up and drop-off addresses
- Number of passengers and bags
- Half-day Antibes only or full day with Cannes
- Any must-see stops (Picasso Museum, Juan-les-Pins, Cap d’Antibes)
Typical pattern: a half-day sedan for 1 to 3 guests costs less than a full-day van with Antibes and Cannes.
How to book:
- Send your details by email, phone, or the site booking form.
- We confirm duration, vehicle, and price.
- You approve; we send pick-up time and chauffeur contact.
- On the day, your driver meets you and follows the agreed route.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a private tour from Nice to Antibes take?
Driving is about 25 to 35 minutes each way from central Nice. A focused visit to the old town and port needs at least 4 to 5 hours total. A full day with Cannes is usually 7 to 8 hours.
How much does an Antibes private tour with driver cost?
Price depends on hours, vehicle, and season. A half-day in a sedan for a small group starts lower than a full-day van with Cannes added. Request a quote with your dates for a fixed amount in euros with no hidden fees.
Is Antibes worth a day trip from Nice?
Yes for visitors who want a historic walled town, a major marina, and an optional Picasso Museum without driving as far as Cannes. It fits well in a half-day.
Can you visit Antibes and Cannes in one day from Nice?
Yes. Many guests do Antibes in the morning and Cannes in the afternoon. The drive between the two towns is about 20 to 30 minutes. Book a full-day tour and mention both stops when you request a quote.
Antibes or Cannes for a half-day from Nice?
Choose Antibes for a shorter drive and a compact old town plus marina. Choose Cannes if La Croisette and the film festival district are your priority. We offer private tours with driver to both from Nice.
Is the Picasso Museum included?
Your chauffeur includes time at the museum and transport. Entrance tickets are paid separately at the door. Say if you want the museum on your itinerary so we allow enough time.
Can you pick up at Nice airport for an Antibes tour?
Yes. Airport pick-up with a half-day to Antibes and drop-off at your Nice or Antibes hotel is possible. Share your flight number for delay tracking.
Book your Antibes private tour with driver
Send your dates, pick-up location, group size, and whether you want Antibes only or a full day with Cannes. We reply with vehicle options and a clear price.
Flying in? Pair the tour with a Nice airport transfer on arrival or before departure.
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