Mougins Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Mougins featuring a small town or village and heritage architecture
Follow in the footsteps of the rich and famous by visiting this scenic village in southern France. See sights that inspired some of the world’s most revered artists.

Mougins is an old hilltop village surrounded by forests of pines. Over the years, the scenic setting and tranquil atmosphere have attracted many artists and celebrities, including Pablo Picasso, Man Ray, Christian Dior and Winston Churchill. Discover why they were so fond of the place when you visit galleries, museums, historical churches and explore the picturesque countryside.

Mougins is still a big draw with artists today. Stroll through the narrow cobblestone streets to find studios, galleries and workshops where you can purchase original paintings, drawings and ceramics.

Continue your art exploration in the village’s museums. MACM Classic Art Museum displays pieces by Picasso, Jean Cocteau and Paul Cézanne as well as ancient works, such as Roman statues. Inside the Cultural Center and Gottlob Museum see works by Maurice Gottlob, a former village policeman turned painter.

Your walk through the village will also take you past many old churches and fountains. See Les Horts de la Salle Washhouse-Fountain, which used to be the source of the village's water until 1894.

Make your way over to the Chapelle Notre Dame de Vie. The current building dates back to 1655 and was much admired by Picasso. It was also featured in a painting by British statesman Winston Churchill.

Take advantage of the beautiful green spaces around the village. Enjoy forest and lakeside walks at Valmasque Park. Take the family to Eco’parc Mougins, a fun space dedicated to sustainable development with a woodland, exhibitions about green projects and a playground for children.

Golf enthusiasts can work on their swing surrounded by gorgeous scenery. The Royal Mougins Golf Club to the west of the village is set among forests and hills, while at the Cannes-Mougins Golf Club there are good views of the Southern Alps.

Mougins is situated between the perfume capital of Grasse and the glitzy coastal cities of Cannes and Antibes. Fly to Cannes Mandelieu Airport or Nice Cote d’Azur Airport, which are both around 20 minutes away by car. Stay for the scenic splendor, historical buildings and captivating art collections.

Where to stay in Mougins

Mougins showing a small town or village

Mougins Town Centre

Travellers like the museums in Mougins Town Centre, and Mougins Museum of Classical Art is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Mougins Town Centre
Privilège Hôtels & Resorts, Domaine de Mai
Privilège Hôtels & Resorts, Domaine de Mai
5 out of 5
29 Chemin du Chateau, Mougins
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$134 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$134
per night
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury residence in Mougins. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (155 reviews)
"The property was great, unfortunately they stuck us right above the pool which was being repainted. the fumes from the resin were making us sick. They put a sign in the lobby the day the pool was being worked on to apologize for the awful toxic smell. No advanced warning whatsoever. Thankfully Franck ..."

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2024

Privilège Hôtels & Resorts, Domaine de Mai
La Lune de Mougins
La Lune de Mougins
3 out of 5
1082 Avenue du General de Gaulle, Mougins, Alpes-Maritimes
The price is AU$230 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$230
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Mougins. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (298 reviews)
"Unfortunately, the property is in need of maintenance. Doors and walls dirty, bathroom has a very bad odor. Much better and cleaner hotels nearby."

Reviewed on 30 Nov. 2023

La Lune de Mougins
Hotel Villa Sophia
Hotel Villa Sophia
3 out of 5
348 Avenue De La Valmasque, Mougins, Alpes-maritimes
The price is AU$216 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$216
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Mougins. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Sophia Antipolis and Cannes Harbour ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (143 reviews)
"Super rapport qualité prix. Très joli hôtel avec un personnel a l’accueil et au restaurant très agréable. Le menu proposé est aussi très bon et à prix raisonnable."

Reviewed on 21 Feb. 2024

Hotel Villa Sophia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Privilège Hôtels & Resorts, Domaine de Mai
Privilège Hôtels & Resorts, Domaine de Mai
5 out of 5
29 Chemin du Chateau, Mougins
Stay at this 5-star luxury residence in Mougins. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (155 reviews)
"The property was great, unfortunately they stuck us right above the pool which was being repainted. the fumes from the resin were making us sick. They put a sign in the lobby the day the pool was being worked on to apologize for the awful toxic smell. No advanced warning whatsoever. Thankfully Franck ..."

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2024

Privilège Hôtels & Resorts, Domaine de Mai
MAGNIFICENT VILLA IN PEACE IN THE PRIVATE POOL andwith RETRO COAST OF CANNES
MAGNIFICENT VILLA IN PEACE IN THE PRIVATE POOL andwith RETRO COAST OF CANNES
Mougins
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Mougins. Enjoy private pools, a water park, and WiFi. Popular attractions Cannes Harbour and Sophia Antipolis are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Klasse Haus mit tollem Pool
"Wir wurden sehr freundlich emfangen und alles wissenswerte über das Haus wurde uns erklärt. Das Haus ist sehr sauber und gut ausgestattet. Es hat an nichts gefehlt. Jede Rückfrage wurde schnell und freundlich beantwortet. Wir haben die Zeit im Haus sehr genossen, nach jedem Ausflug wurdem wir vom ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct. 2023

MAGNIFICENT VILLA IN PEACE IN THE PRIVATE POOL andwith RETRO COAST OF CANNES
Large 600M2 property, tennis and 60sqm pool house with bar-kitchen on 10000 sqm
Large 600M2 property, tennis and 60sqm pool house with bar-kitchen on 10000 sqm
Mougins
Stay at this villa in Mougins. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Cannes-Mougins Golf Club and Mougins Museum of Classical ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
Wonderful pool and outside space.
"The pool and outside area is fantastic. Grand entrance. The bedrooms on the poolside are huge with great bathrooms. The kitchen is modern and fully equipped with pots, pans, coffee makers, plates, glasses and cutlery. The bedrooms downstairs are not as good, could do with an upgrade. But very clean ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2020

Large 600M2 property, tennis and 60sqm pool house with bar-kitchen on 10000 sqm
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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