Orange Walking Tour 1h10 and 19 audio reviews

1 h 10 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Orange, a city rich in 2000 years of history, awaits you with its Roman treasures. Discover iconic sites such as the Arc de Triomphe and the Ancient Theatre, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This 2.9 km walking tour takes you back in time, from Roman times to the struggles of the Principality of Orange. With 19 places of interest to explore, there is no better way to experience this city of Princes in one day.

2.9 km walking tour through the main sights of Orange
Visit the Arc de Triomphe and the Ancient Theatre, two UNESCO-listed jewels
Audio guide available for historical anecdotes and fascinating details
Discovery of 19 places of interest in one day, perfect for history and culture lovers

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At a glance

Duration: 1 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: Immediate access to the audioguided circuit, no tickets or materials to collect
Included: Offline mode (no data consumption during the visit)
Included: 19 immersive audio comments along the way (History...)
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

Stop 1

Passing by

Here you have access to the Hill Saint-Eutrope, via its botanical promenade. Just follow the Julia Barthet climb that opens in front of you and will take you to the entrance of the stairs of the park.
Stop 2

Passing by

The old hospital street leads you unsurprisingly to the entrance of the old Inn-Dieu. This hospice, dedicated to providing care to the poorest, was wanted by Maurice of Nassau, the son of William I of Orange.
Eglise Saint-Florent

Passing by

This small Romanesque church of the 14th century is the former chapel of the Franciscans of Orange. It served as a burial place for many lords of Les Baux, who were one of the most powerful families in medieval Lower Provence.
Stop 4

Passing by

The pretty Place des Brothers Mounet spreads out its sunny terraces and invites you to linger there. It is named in honor of Jean and Paul Mounet, two brothers born in Bergerac in the 1840s, who became two prominent French actors of their time.
Stop 5

Passing by

You arrive at Place de la République, a charming downtown square surrounded by cafes and restaurants. The statue, in the centre, is that of Raimbaud II of Orange, not to be confused with Arthur, our national poet!
Hotel de ville d'Orange

Passing by

Here you are in the heart of the city. Place George Clémenceau was literally created to enjoy it! This dates back to the 14th century. The Prince of Orange had the new square designed, close to the church, so that the inhabitants of his town would have a place to gather and have a good time.
Stop 7

Passing by

Going up Victor Hugo Street, you will find on your right, the small Place de Langes, located at the back of the Town Inn. It was built on the site of the former walled garden and orangery of the Lubières Mansion Inn, when it was transformed into a town hall.
Catedral d'Orange

Passing by

Here you are in front of the entrance of the old Cathedral of Our Lady of Nazareth, classified as a historic monument. It was the episcopal see of Orange until 1801 before being decommissioned when the bishopric was transferred to Avignon.
Orange

Passing by

We will go up the great avenue that opens in front of you to reach the impressive Arc de Triomphe. If you came to visit Orange in summer, you can take the free shuttles set up by the city.
Arc de Triomphe

Passing by

Here you are, like a Roman living in the 1st century CE, arriving via Via Agrippa, at the northern gateway to the city of Arausio. You are amazed at this magnificent, freshly built monument that symbolizes the supremacy of Rome.
Stop 11

Passing by

The river you're crossing now is the Meyne. It is a tributary of the Rhone that crosses Orange and Caderousse.
Stop 12

Passing by

On your right is the entrance to Auguste Gasparin Park. This pleasant green space was named in honor of an illustrious Orange family who owned a mansion with a beautiful garden here.
Temple protestant de l'Eglise Unie - Orange

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We pass through Place André Bruey, named in honor of the former mayor of Orange. There is nothing to suggest today that it could one day have been the scene of a terrible event.
Temple protestant de l'Eglise Unie - Orange

Passing by

As you can see, in the 16th century, with a Protestant prince at its head, Orange became a real bastion of the Reformation, in the heart of France torn apart by the wars of Religion.
Theatre antique d'Orange

Passing by

So Orange has not only an ancient theater, it also has a magnificent municipal theater, classified for its part historical monument. It was built at the end of the 19th century by André Jean Boudoy, who was a collaborator of Charles Garnier.
Orange

Passing by

You have a view from here of Saint Eutropius Hill, on which once stood the castle of the princes of Orange-Nassau. Our original tour took you as close as possible to these remains to tell you their story, but access to the hill is now impossible.
Forum romain autrefois identifie comme Gymnase romain a Orange

Passing by

The ruins you see in front of you, protected by a guardrail and surrounded by a wooden walkway to better observe them, are all that remains of the ancient Roman Forum.
Stop 18

Passing by

A city with a rich historical heritage as that of Orange necessarily comes with a beautiful museum of Art and History. You have it here, across the street, in this 16th century mansion Inn, built for Georges Van Cuyl.
Theatre antique d'Orange

Passing by

Yes, you understand, behind this spectacular 37-metre-high wall lies the highlight of the show, the city’s international Rising Star, the famous Orange Ancient Theatre. As you know, we planned to take you to a spectacular viewpoint, from the hill Saint-Eutrope, unfortunately inaccessible for the moment.

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: ORA56654

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: the Arc de Triomphe