Quartier Nord Travel Guide
Avignon
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Popular places to visit
Palais des Papes
Built to house and protect France’s 14th-century popes, one of Europe’s largest Gothic palaces dominates Avignon’s skyline and cultural life.
Parc des Expositions
Attend a concert, sporting event, art exhibition or even a circis at this stunning center just outside Avignon.
Pont Saint-Bénézet
One of Avignon’s most iconic landmarks is a bridge that literally goes nowhere, yet continues to draw travelers from all over the globe.
Avignon Cathedral
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.
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 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.
Things to do
Full Day Best of Provence Tour from Avignon
From Avignon: Full-Day Best of Provence Tour
From Avignon: Half-Day Baux de Provence and Luberon Tour
Van Gogh & Carrières de Lumières Half-Day Tour from Avignon
Top hotels in Quartier Nord
City Résidence Avignon
Terre de Provence Hôtel & Spa
Hotel de l'Horloge
Central Hotel
Golden Tulip Avignon Le Paradou
Novotel Avignon Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Quartier Nord
Quartier Est
When in Quartier Est, you can plan a visit to Rue des Teinturiers and Avignon Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Avignon City Centre
River views, historical sites and museums are some highlights of Avignon City Centre. Make a stop by Rue de la Republique or Place de l'Horloge while you're exploring.
Rocade Nord
While Rocade Nord may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Rue des Teinturiers and Avignon Festival.
Saint-Chamand
Though Saint-Chamand may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rue des Teinturiers and Avignon Festival.
Barthelasse
When in Barthelasse, you can plan a visit to Fort St-Andre and Pont Saint-Bénézet, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Piot
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Piot and surrounding area, you can visit Avignon Ferris Wheel and Rue de la Republique.
- Luberon Regional Park
- Pont du Gard
- Palais des Papes
- Spirou Provence Park
- WAVE ISLAND
- Carrieres de Lumieres
- Senanque Abbey
- Castle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape
- Château des Baux-de-Provence
- Pont Saint-Bénézet
- Avignon Cathedral
- Village des Bories
- Château de Gordes
- Fontaine-de-Vaucluse Springs
- Centre d'Art Presence Van Gogh
- Mas de la Pyramide