Avignon City Centre Travel Guide

Avignon
Palais des Papes which includes a square or plaza, heritage architecture and château or palace

Popular places to visit

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Palais des Papes

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Built to house and protect France’s 14th-century popes, one of Europe’s largest Gothic palaces dominates Avignon’s skyline and cultural life.

Palais des Papes
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Avignon Cathedral

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Celebrate mass in this resting place of 14th-century popes, or simply visit to enjoy the spiritual and artistic treasures within this beautiful Romanesque cathedral.

Avignon Cathedral
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Rue de la Republique

You can learn about the history of Avignon with a visit to Rue de la Republique. Discover the festivals and cathedral in this walkable area.

Rue de la Republique
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Rue des Teinturiers

You can learn about the history of Avignon with a trip to Rue des Teinturiers. Discover the festivals and cathedral in this walkable area.

Rue des Teinturiers
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Eglise Saint Pierre

You can find out about the history of Avignon with a visit to Eglise Saint Pierre. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its local cheese shops.

Eglise Saint Pierre
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Parc des Expositions

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Attend a concert, sporting event, art exhibition or even a circis at this stunning center just outside Avignon.

Parc des Expositions

Things to do

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Châteauneuf du Pape Wine Day Tasting Tour including Lunch from Avignon

£137
Per adult
Châteauneuf du Pape Wine Day Tasting Tour including Lunch from Avignon
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From Avignon: Half-Day Van Gogh & Carrières de Lumières Tour

£77
Per adult
From Avignon: Half-Day Van Gogh & Carrières de Lumières Tour
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1/2 day in Gordes Fontaine-de-Vaucluse L’Isle s/Sorgue

£76
Per adult
1/2 day in Gordes Fontaine-de-Vaucluse L’Isle s/Sorgue
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Avignon: Full-Day Wine Tour around Châteauneuf-du-Pape

£137
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Avignon: Full-Day Wine Tour around Châteauneuf-du-Pape
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From Avignon: Half-Day Great Vineyards Tour

£69
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Avignon: Half-Day Great Vineyards Tour
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Avignon: Luberon Valley Tour with Wine and Cheese Tasting

£94
Per adult
Avignon: Luberon Valley Tour with Wine and Cheese Tasting
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Top hotels in Avignon City Centre

Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe
Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe
6 Route de Lyon, Avignon, Vaucluse
The price is £50 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
£50
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
7.8/10 Good! (949 reviews)
"I loved the location, right across the street from the old city. There was a grocery store next door, very convenient. The property seems to be student residences as well as hotel and has laundry facilities, safe bicycle storage, recycling, an exercise room and breakfast for an extra fee, which we ..."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe
Hotel De Cambis
Hotel De Cambis
4 out of 5
89 Rue Joseph Vernet, Avignon
The price is £133 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
£133
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Avignon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (155 reviews)
"Hotel is in great location and for the price hotel exceeded my expectations Comfortable beds and regular size room Nice staff"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Hotel De Cambis
Avignon Grand Hotel
Avignon Grand Hotel
4 out of 5
34 Boulevard Saint Roch, Avignon, Vaucluse
The price is £108 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
£108
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Avignon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (992 reviews)
"Large room. Very Comfortable. Needs more convenient outlets near bed and in bathroom area"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Avignon Grand Hotel
Mercure Pont d'Avignon Centre
Mercure Pont d'Avignon Centre
4 out of 5
Rue Ferruce Quartier Balance, Avignon, Vaucluse
The price is £121 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
£121
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Avignon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (630 reviews)
"convenient location to explore city"

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Mercure Pont d'Avignon Centre
Hotel de l'Horloge
Hotel de l'Horloge
4 out of 5
1 Rue Felicien David, Place De I Horloge, Avignon, Vaucluse
The price is £124 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
£124
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Avignon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (992 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Hotel de l'Horloge
Hotel Le Cloitre St Louis
Hotel Le Cloitre St Louis
4 out of 5
20 Rue Du Portail Boquier, Avignon, Vaucluse
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £115 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
£115
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Avignon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Palais des Papes and Avignon Festival ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (988 reviews)
"Beautiful building needing major renewal. The “new” rooms are like staying in shipping containers!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Hotel Le Cloitre St Louis
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