Nimes Unforgettable and Maison Carrée Private Tour in Spanish

2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

La Maison Carée — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

This tour is a deep reading of Nîmes that combines Roman history, the Middle Ages and contemporary life. With access to the Maison Carrée, you will also discover local stories and hidden symbols, on a quiet route to understand the city and live it as a local.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Spanish
Operated by: Diego en France

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance fees: Admission to La Maison Carée is included

Itinerary

Stop 1

15 min

In front of the Fontaine Pradier you will discover how the arrival of the railway transformed Nîmes in the 19th century. Through this monument and its symbolism, you will understand the modern development of the city and its new economic and urban importance.
Stop 2

10 min

In the Porte d’Auguste you will discover one of the best preserved Roman gates in France. You will walk along the ancient Via Domitia and understand why Nîmes was a strategic city within the Roman Empire, through histories and historical context that bring the place to life.
Stop 3

10 min

At Les Halles de Nîmes you will discover the gastronomic heart of the city. I’ll tell you about local produce, the Gard’s culinary traditions and the role that gastronomy plays in Nîmes’ daily life, as well as receive tips for enjoying yourself as a local.
Place de l'Horloge

10 min

At Place de l’Horloge you will discover one of the liveliest spots in Nîmes and why knowing the time in medieval Nîmes was complex and a source of conflict for years.
Stop 5

Passing by

In front of the Maison Villaret you will discover a local Nîmes institution and its pastry tradition.
Cathedrale Notre-Dame-Et-Saint-Castor de Nimes

5 min

In the Cathedral of Nîmes you will discover the religious and medieval evolution of the city. You will learn about its history, its transformations over the centuries and how this place reflects the passage of Nîmes from Roman city to medieval Christian center.
Stop 7

5 min

In Place du Chapitre you will discover one of the quietest and oldest corners of Nîmes. You will understand the role of the cathedral chapter and how this space reflects the religious and social organization of the medieval city.
Stop 8

20 min

As you tour the Eusson, the old town of Nîmes, you will enter the medieval fabric of the city. You will discover narrow streets and ancient palaces, and learn about the history that links Nîmes with one of the world’s most worn garments, born in the heart of this neighborhood.
Stop 9

Passing by

We will pass by the Théâtre de Nîmes to place it in the contemporary cultural context of the city and understand the role that cultural life continues to play in the current Nîmes.
La Maison Carree Nimes

25 min Admission included

Before the Maison Carrée you will discover one of the best preserved Roman temples in the world. You will know its function, architecture and meaning in the Roman Nîmes. The experience includes entry into the interior, with autonomous visit time, after receiving the historical keys necessary to fully understand this exceptional place.
Carre d'Art/Musee d'Art Contemporain

10 min Admission included

In front of the Carré d’Art you will discover the dialogue between contemporary architecture and the Roman heritage of Nîmes. You will learn how this modern building contrasts and converses with the Maison Carrée, reflecting the city’s ability to reinvent itself without breaking with its past.
Place du Marche

15 min

In Place du Marché you will discover the origin of the crocodile, the most recognized symbol of Nîmes. You will learn about the history that links it to the Roman legions and how this emblem became an essential part of the identity of the city.
Arenes de Nimes

20 min

In front of the Harness of Nîmes you will discover one of the best preserved Roman amphitheatres in the world. You will learn about its history, its transformations over the centuries and how this monument remains today the great living symbol of the Roman heritage of the city.