If you are going to visit Provence, we would suggest you start this trip by visiting Avignon.

The first place to visit in Avignon is the Palais de Papes, which is a UNESCO heritage site.
It used to be the residence of the 7 Popes during 1309-1377.

Avignon is a world famous tourist site, known for the art and culture exhibitions and events.

The city remains busy the whole year round, and hosts visitors from all over the world, who travel to Avignon for Jazz festivals, traditional markets, etc.

Avignon is the best place to visit to feel the atmosphere of Provence.

In the center of the city you will find the Place de l’Horloge, and plenty of cozy cafes and restaurants nearby.

What are the best tourist attractions of Avignon?

One of the main tourist attractions of Avignon is Palais de Papes. During the 14th century it was the most important monument.

You can book a tour to explore the Palais inside. 25 rooms are opened for the visitors in the Palais.

Tourists can visit the Great Audience Hall, the Great Clementine Chapel, the Grand Banquet room and other.

Detailed information about the opening hours and excursions you can find on the official website of the Palais.

www.palais-des-papes.com

There are a number of interesting places to visit in Avignon and Musee du Petit Palais is one of the best tourist attractions in Avignon.

The museum was built during XIII- XV centuries. It served as a residence for the episcopal bishops of Avignon till the Palais des Popes was built.

The Petit Palais museum is famous for the unique collection of Renaissance paintings, sculptures of the medieval period and paintings of Provence.

These are also the works of the Italian painters, including the works of Botticelli.

If you would like to take a break and have some rest during the excursion to Musée du Petit Palais d’Avignon, you can visit salon de the, which has a comfortable outdoor seating courtyard.

Tourists can order coffee, tea, patisseries and hot chocolate here.
Exploring the best tourist attractions in Avignon, make sure to visit Pont Saint Benezet.

This iconic bridge is one of the most popular travel sites in Avignon.

Pont Saint Benezet is half ruined but it is one of the most romantic places in Avignon and people love taking photos here.

In the XVI century Pont Saint Bénézet was a very important point for the pilgrims, traveling to Spain and Italy.

Today the Pont Saint Bénézet is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is open for visitors and remains one of the top tourist attractions in Avignon.

You can buy tickets and listen to the pre-recorded excursion.

We would highly recommend you visit the Chapel of Saint Nikolas, which dates back to the XIIIth century.

The Chapel is the part of the Pont Saint Bénézet.

Cathédrale Notre-Dame des Doms, the XIIth century Cathedral, is also one of the most popular tourist attractions in Avignon.

You will admire the beautiful Romanesque interior of the Cathedral, and Simone MArtin frescoes at the entrance to Cathédrale Notre-Dame des Doms.

There are several pieces of art worth visiting Cathédrale Notre-Dame des Doms in Avignon – the altar. The XVth century frescoes and the Late Gothic Tomb of Pope Jean.

Eglise Saint-Didier is another place to visit in Avignon.

It is located in the East of the Rue de la République.

Eglise Saint-Didier was built during the period of 1356 – 1359.

Eglise Saint-Didier is famous for the remarkable artwork – the Way of the Cross by Francesco Laurana.

There are also more impressive paintings created in the XIV th century.

Place de l’Horloge is for sure one of the best tourist attractions to visit in Avignon.

This would be the best place for you to have a break and enjoy lunch or coffee in the local restaurants or cafes.

Place de l’Horloge is located in the center of Avignon, close to the Palais des Papes.

If you take a walk from the Palais des Papes, you will be able to enjoy a stunning view of Avignon opening from Rocher des Doms.

This is the best place for a relaxing rest, a walk and for having a break.

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