Welcome to
Avignon
Guided tour of the Historic Center of Avignon
- Max Travelers12 people
- CategoryAgent Low Quality Product, Cultural Tours
Overview
Throughout this visit, participants will discover the origins of classical French art which blended with a very particular Avignon Gothic style which lasted for many years. Here, between Provence and Occitanie, where the arts and life encourage us every day to discover the historical, architectural, gastronomic and cultural heritage, the concept of “Slow tourism” takes on its full meaning. An Avignon guide will share with you all his knowledge and anecdotes about the sites you will visit. Don’t wait any longer to book this tour with us to experience unforgettable moments.
Gallery
What's included
Coffee and/or Tea
What's Not included
Private transportation
Lunch
Itinerary
The Temple Saint-Martial, a vestige of the Benedictine monastery of Cluny, is the ideal starting point for the guided tour.n(Presentation, the illustrious, history of the 14th century)
The Sorgue canal and the rue des Teinturiers remind us of the glorious past of the textile industry of the entire district.n(Les Cordeliers, Provenu00e7al printed fabrics)
Discovery of the market halls, an emblematic place, of its local products.
The Saint-Didier collegiate church takes us back in time with its impressive quadrangular bell tower.n(Southern Gothic art, tales and legends)
The Ceccano livery is a 14th century cardinal's palace, it is the best preserved cardinal livery in Avignon.n(Gothic paintings, Jesuit college)
A few steps from the Tourist Office, the Jesuit chapel (Lapidary Museum), decorated with a remarkable Italian-inspired frontispiece.n(Architects, baroque art)
A magnificent example of a private mansion, the work of the most renowned Avignon architect of the 18th century, Jean Batiste Franque.n(Avignon painters, classical French art)
End of the tour, recommendations.
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.