Rodez Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Bertran de Born
Photo by Mark Claussen
Photo by Mark Claussen
Photo "Rodez" by Tournasol7 (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo "Rodez" by Tournasol7 (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original

Rodez embodies all the charms of the south of France. It has created a strong identity for itself in the heart of a region where nature remains unspoilt.

This hilltop town looks out over the River Aveyron which coils below. Lose yourself in the steep, picturesque streets and admire the imposing ramparts and impressive surroundings. With cobblestones, lavender fields and the sounds of the cicadas, this town – whose name in Occitan is Rodés – looks proudly to the future and blends the preservation of its heritage with the modernisation and diversification of its cultural activities.

Its citizens are referred to as Ruthénois, after the Gallic tribe that founded the city more than two thousand years ago, which speaks volumes about the town's rich history. The former rival areas of Bourg, which was ruled by the local counts, and the Cité, controlled by the bishops, tell the story of the village in the Middle Ages. Some of the bourgeois buildings date from the 15th century, whilst the majestic Notre Dame Cathedral was built and then rebuilt between the 13th and 16th centuries. After the two areas united in the wake of the Hundred Years' War, the town prospered thanks to its markets. Today, the urban area of Grand Rodez includes eight communes including the charmingly named Luc-la-Primaude, Sébazac-Concourès and Onet-le-Château. Discover Rodez' town centre, the nearby villages and the surrounding countryside as the mood takes you!

Rodez is at the crossroads of Southern France and all it has to offer. It is located close to Toulouse and Montpelier, halfway between Marseilles and the Basque Country, and within easy reach of the Mediterranean coast and the mountainous Auvergne region. Start close by. Take in the architectural heritage and visit one of the numerous museums, such as the Denys Puech museum or the recently opened Soulages museum which is a tribute to the local artist. Vast green areas present walkers and fishing lovers with a little piece of heaven.

This urban yet rural town offers something for everyone, whether your holiday in Rodez is all about relaxing or being active.

Campanile NATURE - Rodez
Campanile NATURE - Rodez
3 out of 5
Parc Commercial des Moutiers, Rodez, Aveyron
The price is £60 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
£60
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Rodez. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Soulages Museum and Place d'Armes ...
7.8/10 Good! (406 reviews)
"None"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2022

Campanile NATURE - Rodez
Hôtel La Tour Maje
Hôtel La Tour Maje
3 out of 5
1 Boulevard Gally, Rodez, Aveyron
The price is £62 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£62
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rodez. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Rodez Cathedral and Place d'Armes are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
"The twin bed was comfortable. The bathroom was updated and clean. The room carpets dirty with crumbs. The young woman who checked us in was lovely. The woman who checked us out was not friendly, not busy and still unfriendly. We seemed to be the only guests at hotel but they put us in a room with ..."

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2025

Hôtel La Tour Maje
Ibis Budget Rodez
Ibis Budget Rodez
2 out of 5
Rue Prat Mouly, Rodez, Aveyron
The price is £61 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£61
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rodez. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Soulages Museum and Place d'Armes ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (91 reviews)
"Très beau séjour"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

Ibis Budget Rodez
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
House downtown Rodez
House downtown Rodez
Rodez, Aveyron
Stay at this holiday home in Rodez. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Soulages Museum and Place d'Armes are located nearby.
Séjour en famille parfait pour visiter la région
"Logement spacieux et agréable, il ne manquait rien et nos hôtes étaient également très agréables. Nous reviendrons car les environnements sont incroyablement beaux et la ville de Rodez regorge de trésors."

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2025

House downtown Rodez
Loca saiso/vac/Séjour : 120 m² in an authentic, restored farmhouse
Loca saiso/vac/Séjour : 120 m² in an authentic, restored farmhouse
Goutrens, France
Stay at this holiday home in Goutrens. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Domaine du Cros and Château Belcastel ...
"Tres bon sejour.Location parfaite"

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

Loca saiso/vac/Séjour : 120 m² in an authentic, restored farmhouse
Small stone house near the village of AGNAC (15km from CONQUES)
Small stone house near the village of AGNAC (15km from CONQUES)
Firmi, Occitanie
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Firmi. Enjoy a garden, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Lucien Mazars Mine Museum and Le ...
9/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
Capsule de nature
"Détente dans un sublime environnement"

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

Small stone house near the village of AGNAC (15km from CONQUES)
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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