2-Hour Van Gogh Walking Tour in Arles through his Arles period

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 See the Night Café and the Hôtel Dieu
• 02 Marvel at the "Starry Night" over the Rhône
• 03 Visit Place Lamartine, site of the former "Yellow House"
• 04 Explore Van Gogh-linked landmarks including the Arenas and Place du Forum

Light, colours, and contrasts make Arles a magnet for artists. On this walking tour, follow in the footsteps of Vincent Van Gogh, who arrived in Arles on 20 February 1888 and spent 16 months here, creating more than 300 paintings and drawings. Discover the places linked to his Arles period, including sites connected to some of his most famous works, in the city where the well-known "cut of the ear" episode took place.

Light, colours, and contrasts make Arles a magnet for artists.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Arles

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

In the Footsteps of Van Gogh in Arles

• See the following attractions on this tour:
  • Place Lamartine for the "Yellow House" (it no longer exists!)
  • The Night Café
  • The Arenas
  • The public garden
  • The hospital, or Hôtel Dieu
  • La Place du Forum for "Café at Night"
  • "Starry Night" over the Rhône

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Guiding services
• A city map

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses (water, souvenirs)

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Water
• Hat

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Office de tourisme d'Arles, Boulevard des Lices, Arles, France

Tour start

Arles, France

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.