Antibes Land Park

Antibes Land Park is a permanent funfair-style amusement park in Antibes, set right beside the sea on the French Riviera. It is the largest of its kind on this coast and has been running since August 1991. The setting gives it a double character, part seaside town and part travelling fair that never packs up.

A visit runs on a pay-per-ride basis: you pay for each attraction you take, not a single entrance fee. That leaves you free to stroll in for the atmosphere alone or to spend an evening working through the rides. Carousels for children as young as four sit at one end, thrill rides for teenagers and adults at the other. Activities split by age too, with groups for three to six, six to twelve and over twelve. Food stands cover the snacks, and the park also handles catering and entertainment for birthdays, receptions and group events. It provides access for people with reduced mobility and welcomes individuals and groups alike. A car park and a cash machine sit on site.

The park operates through the warmer months as an evening destination. After dark it comes into its own, with lights and music giving the seafront a festive glow. The idea is that a day on the beach or around town can end here, with the lights still burning.