Avignon Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h10 and 27 Audio Comments

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About this activity

Avignon, the City of Popes, offers a journey through history with its magnificent monuments. Discover Notre-Dame-des-Doms Cathedral and the UNESCO World Heritage Palace of the Popes while exploring 27 fascinating sites. Stroll along the famous Pont Saint-Bénézet and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Rhone. This 5.4 km walking tour immerses you in the local culture and allows you to enjoy Provencal conviviality. One day is enough to capture the essence of this city rich in history and art.

Walking tour of 5.4 km, duration of 2h10
27 historical sites to discover, including the Palais des Papes and Pont Saint-Bénézet
Perfect for families, couples and solo travelers
Audio guides available for an immersive experience

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 10 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Ryo - Visites Audioguidées

What is included

Included

Included: Recommendations for the best photo opportunities
Included: 27 immersive audio comments along the way (History...)
Included: Immediate access to the audioguided circuit, no tickets or materials to collect
Included: Offline mode (no data consumption during the visit)
Included: 3 languages available: French, English, Spanish
Included: Text transcripts of all audio content
Included: Admire the hidden gems that lie off the beaten track
Included: Interactive navigation with 3D map to discover the most beautiful streets,...

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees to paid establishments along the route...
Not included: Headphones or headphones (optional)

Itinerary

Cathedrale Notre-Dame des Doms

Passing by

Another wonder of the city: here is Notre-Dame-des-Doms Cathedral.
Rocher des Doms

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Occupied since prehistory, the Rock of Doms, in addition to offering a magnificent view of the surroundings, was a privileged place to live sheltered from the whims of the Rhone which is just below, 30 meters below.
Avignon

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Here you are in front of the iconic view of the city. The rooftops of the City of Popes and the surrounding villages are available to you, located a stone’s throw from the Rhone.
Stop 4

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Located at the tip of the Jardin des Doms, you have a breathtaking view of the Rhone and the island of Barthelasse, the largest river island in France.
Pont Saint-Benezet

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Here we are in front of the famous Pont d’Avignon, the Pont Saint-Bénézet of its real name. So, ready to dance in circles?
Le Grenier a sel

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After crossing the ramparts through the Line gate, you come across one of the oldest buildings in the city, the one on your left.
Stop 7

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This pretty baroque façade belongs to the Chapel of the Black Penitents, which hosted one of the major brotherhoods of the city of Popes
Cinema Utopia

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Here you are in front of the Utopia Cinemas, a true cultural institution of the city.
Stop 9

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Here we are in Peyrolerie Street. Straight from Provence, the name of this street comes from the word “peyrou”, which means cauldron in Provence.
Basilique Saint Pierre

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Located a few steps from the Palace of the Popes, St. Peter's Basilica was first built in the 7th century, but it was demolished by the Saracens.
Stop 11

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Here you are, in one of the busiest places in the city.
Avignon Les Halles

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Pius Square, which hosts the city’s Covered Point of Sale, was built in the 16th century in place of an old house.
Rue Des Teinturiers

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Here we will turn right, but know that the street in front of you is a very touristic place that you can go to discover if you wish.
Stop 14

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On your right stands a huge building that is hard not to notice.
Stop 15

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Place des Corps Saints is one of the most pleasant in the city.
Remparts d'Avignon

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You arrive here in front of the gate of Saint Michael. Avignon is one of the few French cities that have retained all their ramparts.
Stop 17

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Here we are in the Cour Jean Jaurès, one of the main axes of Avignon, located at the gates of the ramparts.
Temple Saint Martial

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Here we are in the Agricol Perdiguier square. Stop for a moment and look to your left.
Stop 19

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Here you are in Joseph Vernet Street, a historic street in the city.
Remparts d'Avignon

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We are still on Rue Joseph Vernet, but here you have to turn to the left to see a much older aspect than mansions.
Musee Calvet

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We are in front of the main museum of Avignon, the Calvet Museum. It is this remarkable 18th century Inn that has housed the museum’s rich Collections since 1833.
Palais du Roure

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The Palais du Roure, which means “oak palace”, is a cultural centre devoted to the popular arts and traditions of Provence.
Eglise Saint-Agricol

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Do not hesitate to enter this beautiful 14th century church, the only church of this century that has aisles.
Place de l'Horloge

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Here you are in the heart of the city, a place of animation and unmissable passage for the visit of Avignon.
Opera Theatre d'Avignon

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Were you thinking of visiting Avignon without going through its theatre? Impossible, considering that the Festival d’Avignon is one of the most important international events in the field of live performance!
Hotel des Monnaies

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You have arrived in the Palace Square, the most impressive in the city. Before focusing on the beautiful monument that composes it, take a look at the building on your left.
Palais des Papes

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Now let's talk about the real mastodon facing you: the Palace of the Popes.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We build our circuits in the form of a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend this ideal Check-out Point.

End point

We build our circuits in the form of a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend this ideal Check-out Point.

Using your ticket

Activation of your audio guide circuit:

1. Download the JUN mobile app from your App Store or directly via this link: jun.co/app

2. Open the application and enter your code to unlock the circuit: AVI97788

We build our circuits in a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend an ideal Check-out point: In front of the Administrative City