2-Hour Avignon highlights Walking Tour

2 Hours Round trip from Palais des Papes entrance Moderate pace
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Avignon's UNESCO World Heritage historic center on a guided walking tour
  • 02 Visit the majestic Palais des Papes and Place du Palais
  • 03 See Cathédrale Notre-Dame des Doms and the panoramic Rocher des Doms gardens
  • 04 Discover the legendary Pont Saint-Bénézet, also known as Pont d'Avignon
  • 05 Stroll through lively Place de l'Horloge, charming medieval streets, and hidden squares
  • 06 Hear stories of the Avignon Papacy, medieval life, local traditions, and Provençal culture

Discover the fascinating history and charm of Avignon on a relaxed two-hour walking tour through the medieval streets of its UNESCO-listed historic center. Explore the city's most iconic landmarks, including the magnificent Palais des Papes (from the outside as 1hour 1/2 is needed for the visit of the Palace), the lively Place de l'Horloge, the picturesque Rocher des Doms, and the legendary Pont Saint-Bénézet, while hearing captivating stories of the popes, medieval life, local traditions, and the cultural heritage that shaped this remarkable Provençal city. Along the way, your guide will also point out hidden gems, beautiful squares, and great places to try local specialties after the tour.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
City Avignon
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Avignon Historic Center Walking Tour

Discover the fascinating history and charm of Avignon on this relaxed two-hour walking tour. Stroll through the medieval streets of the UNESCO-listed historic center while exploring the city's most iconic landmarks, including the magnificent Palais des Papes (from the outside as 1hour 1/2 minimum is required for the visit of the Palace), the Place de l'Horloge, the picturesque Rocher des Doms, and the world-famous Pont d'Avignon.

Along the way, hear captivating stories about the popes, medieval life, local traditions, and the rich cultural heritage that has shaped this remarkable Provençal city. Your guide will also point out hidden gems, beautiful squares, and the best places to enjoy local specialties after the tour.

Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour offers an engaging introduction to one of France's most historic and vibrant cities.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Palais des Papes entrance 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel pick-up in Avignon.

  • Guiding.

What's Not Included

  • Tickets and entry fees for monuments, museums, and sites.

  • Wine tastings and food.

  • Lunch and drinks.

What to bring

  • Wear good walking shoes.

  • Bring a sun hat.

  • Bring sunscreen.

  • Bring a bottle of water.

Know before you go

  • Temperatures get high in July and August.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Top of the stairs in front of the gate of Palais des Papes
Tour start
Palais des Papes entrance
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 hours finish where they began, in Palais des Papes entrance.

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