PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Plan your MIPIM experience in Cannes
Everything you need to prepare your trip, navigate MIPIM and make the most of your time in Cannes.
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Start with the key information you need to prepare your visit and arrive in Cannes with confidence.
Dates & opening hours
16–19 March 2027
Tuesday 16 – Thursday 18: 09:00–19:00
Friday 19: 09:00–15:00
Exhibitors have access from 08:30 each day
Where is MIPIM?
The Palais des Festivals remains at the heart of MIPIM, with official destinations extending across Cannes in 2027, including the Tech & AI Hub and Luxury Living & Branded Residences.
Palais des Festivals · 1 Boulevard de la Croisette · 06400 Cannes
Need help?
Find answers in our Practical FAQ or contact the Customer Service team for further assistance. Our helpdesk is open Monday to Friday, 09:00–18:00 CET.
+33 (0)1 47 56 64 10
BEFORE YOUR VISIT
Badge & ID
Print your badge at home and bring it with you to avoid waiting at the registration desk. Please also carry a valid ID, as it may be checked at the entrance.
Visa
Depending on your country of departure, you may need a visa to enter France. Your visa letter can be downloaded directly from your MIPIM registration confirmation email.
Luggage
Luggage is not permitted inside MIPIM premises on market days. A complimentary left-luggage service is available behind Gare Maritime on Terrasse Pantiero, with same-day collection.
TRAVEL & STAY
Plan your journey to Cannes and organise your stay before MIPIM.
By plane
Nice Côte d’Azur Airport is the closest airport to Cannes. MIPIM participants will access discounted Air France-KLM fares, and special assistance is available for travellers with reduced mobility.
By train
Cannes station is in the city centre, just a few steps from the Palais des Festivals, with connections to French regions and major European cities. SNCF also offers dedicated accessibility services.
Airport transfers
Travel from Nice Airport to Cannes by AirportXpress bus or taxi. Bus line 81 runs regularly to Cannes station, while taxis can be booked in advance for direct transfers.
Accommodation
Book your stay through Bnetwork, MIPIM’s official accommodation partner, with preferential rates, dedicated booking conditions and support for participants throughout the reservation process.
By car
Several public car parks are located near the Palais des Festivals and within walking distance. Additional street parking is available along the Croisette and nearby streets.
By bike
Cycling to Cannes? MIPIM welcomes low-carbon initiatives and supports independent cycling groups travelling to the event. Find an existing group or let us know about your initiative.
A lighter footprint
Plan your journey with greater awareness and estimate the carbon footprint
of your travel to Cannes before you arrive.
GETTING AROUND MIPIM
Navigate MIPIM easily as the event expands across Cannes in 2027.
MIPIM map
Use the MIPIM map to locate exhibitors, services and key areas across the event. The 2027 map will help you plan your route and move efficiently between meetings.
2027 map available in March.
Free hotel shuttles
MIPIM provides a complimentary shuttle service from selected hotels in Cannes and the surrounding area to the Palais des Festivals, helping you plan an easier journey to the event.
MIPIM across Cannes
The Palais remains the heart of MIPIM, complemented by new official destinations across Cannes. Use the event map and onsite signage to find the spaces relevant to your programme.
ONSITE SERVICES
Everything you need to work, meet and recharge during MIPIM.
Food & drinks
From the MIPIM Bistrot to the MIPIM Café, find meals, snacks and drinks at Palais Central, with additional options available throughout Cannes just moments from the event.
Lounges
Use the Visitor Lounges for informal meetings or a break between sessions. Premium Pass and VIP badge holders also benefit from access to their dedicated lounges and services.
Concierge
Located in Palais Central, the onsite Concierge team can help with practical requests throughout MIPIM, from last-minute restaurant bookings to everyday essentials and local assistance.
A WELCOMING AND INCLUSIVE MIPIM
Dedicated services are available to help every participant feel comfortable, supported and welcome throughout the event.
ACCESSIBILITY
The Palais des Festivals is accessible to all, with priority accreditation access and accessible stands. Additional information is available for mobility support, parking and onsite assistance.
QUIET ROOM
Take a moment away from the event in a dedicated quiet space designed to help you decompress and reset when the environment feels overwhelming.
Level 4 · Audi J
MOTHER ROOM
A safe and private space is available for nursing or expressing breast milk, with a lockable door, comfortable seating, an electrical outlet and appropriate storage.
Level -1 · next to the cloakroom
PRAYER ROOMS
Interfaith prayer rooms provide quiet spaces for participants of all faiths to pray, reflect or take a moment away from the event during the day.
Level 3 · Audi D (women) · Audi C (men)
MIPIM IS A SAFE PLACE
MIPIM is committed to a safe business environment built on mutual respect. Inappropriate behaviour, disrespect and harassment are not part of the MIPIM experience.
During MIPIM: +33 6 17 47 55 15
DONATION ROOM
If you have materials you cannot take home, bring them to the Donation Room instead of throwing them away. Eligible items are donated to local charities, helping reduce waste and support the local community.
Need more information?
Plan with confidence
Find more detailed answers in the MIPIM Practical FAQ or contact our Customer Service team before your visit.