Free cancellation
Activity Avignon, France
Guided tour of the Historic Center of Avignon
4.5
(8 reviews)
3 hours
Free cancellation
out of 5
8 reviews
About this activity
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.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 12 people
- People per booking
- 1–12
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- JAIME-TOUR
Ages: Adults (12–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
- Not included: Private transportation
- Not included: Lunch
Itinerary
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Temple Saint Martial
20 min
The Temple Saint-Martial, a vestige of the Benedictine monastery of Cluny, is the ideal starting point for the guided tour.
(Presentation, the illustrious, history of the 14th century)
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Rue Des Teinturiers
20 min
The Sorgue canal and the rue des Teinturiers remind us of the glorious past of the textile industry of the entire district.
(Les Cordeliers, Provençal printed fabrics)
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20 min
Discovery of the market halls, an emblematic place, of its local products.
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Collegiale Saint-Didier
20 min
The Saint-Didier collegiate church takes us back in time with its impressive quadrangular bell tower.
(Southern Gothic art, tales and legends)
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Stop 5
20 min
The Ceccano livery is a 14th century cardinal's palace, it is the best preserved cardinal livery in Avignon.
(Gothic paintings, Jesuit college)
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Musee Lapidaire
20 min
A few steps from the Tourist Office, the Jesuit chapel (Lapidary Museum), decorated with a remarkable Italian-inspired frontispiece.
(Architects, baroque art)
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Musee Calvet
20 min
A magnificent example of a private mansion, the work of the most renowned Avignon architect of the 18th century, Jean Batiste Franque.
(Avignon painters, classical French art)
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Office De Tourisme D'Avignon
20 min
End of the tour, recommendations.
Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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In front of the Avignon tourist office, you will find a guide who always wears a light brown hat.
End point
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In front of the Avignon tourist office, you will find a guide who always wears a light brown hat.
Cancellation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Good to know
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller ratings
4.5
out of 5 · 8 reviews
- 5
- 75%
- 4
- 13%
- 3
- 0%
- 2
- 13%
- 1
- 0%
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