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Avignon, France

Things to Do in Avignon

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Chateauneuf du Pape wine tour

Most booked tours and tickets in Avignon

Provence Highlights Full-Day Tour from Avignon

Provence Highlights Full-Day Tour from Avignon

4.8561 reviews9h 30m
Taste Avignon – A Full French Culinary Tour by Do Eat Better

Taste Avignon – A Full French Culinary Tour by Do Eat Better

4.9325 reviews3h 30m
Provence Cru Wine Small-Group Half-Day Tour from Avignon

Provence Cru Wine Small-Group Half-Day Tour from Avignon

4.7312 reviews5h
Châteauneuf du Pape Wine Day Tasting Tour including Lunch from Avignon

Châteauneuf du Pape Wine Day Tasting Tour including Lunch from Avignon

4.8300 reviews9h
Provence in One Day Small Group Day Trip from Avignon

Provence in One Day Small Group Day Trip from Avignon

4.5266 reviews10h
Luberon, Roussillon & Gordes Half-Day Tour from Avignon

Luberon, Roussillon & Gordes Half-Day Tour from Avignon

4.6212 reviews5h

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Avignon's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Avignon

  1. 1Palais des Papes
  2. 2Pont Saint-Bénézet
  3. 3Avignon Festival (July)
  4. 4Les Halles Market
  5. 5City Walls Walk
  6. 6Provence Day Trips
  • Walk Through Papal History: Explore the immense, fortress-like Palais des Papes, the largest Gothic palace in Europe, and stand in the conclave hall where popes were elected. Follow in the footsteps of medieval pilgrims across the iconic, partially ruined Pont Saint-Bénézet, and climb the Rocher des Doms gardens for panoramic views of the Rhône and the bridge.
  • Experience a World-Class Theater Festival: Immerse yourself in the electric energy of the Avignon Festival in July, where thousands of performances—from avant-garde street theater to classical drama—take over the city. See shows in historic venues like the Cour d'Honneur of the Papal Palace or discover emerging artists in unexpected spaces throughout the walled city.
  • Savor Provençal Food & Wine: Indulge in the local cuisine at Les Halles market, a vertical garden-covered food hall with over 40 vendors. Enjoy a traditional al fresco lunch of daube (beef stew) or ratatouille, then take a short trip to the Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyards for tastings of powerful, sun-baked Grenache blends.

Tickets and passes in Avignon

Food and drink experiences in Avignon

Afternoon Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon

Afternoon Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon

4.6209 reviews4h
Highlights of Provence : Chateauneuf du Pape & Luberon

Highlights of Provence : Chateauneuf du Pape & Luberon

4.6192 reviews10h
Half-Day Provence Pont du Gard and Wine Tasting Tour from Avignon

Half-Day Provence Pont du Gard and Wine Tasting Tour from Avignon

4.7172 reviews5h

Day trips and outdoor activities from Avignon

Gordes, Roussillon ( + ochre trail) & Vaucluse Fountain

Gordes, Roussillon ( + ochre trail) & Vaucluse Fountain

4.943 reviews6h
A Tour in Provence in a typical French motorized bike : the Solex

A Tour in Provence in a typical French motorized bike : the Solex

4.934 reviews3h

Hidden gems in Avignon

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Musée du Petit Palais

A superb museum of medieval and Renaissance art, housed in a 14th-century bishop's palace overlooking the square.

Chapelle des Pénitents Noirs

A small, lavishly decorated Baroque chapel tucked away on a quiet street.

Jardin des Doms at Night

The Rocher des Doms gardens atop the rock, open after dark.

Rue de la Petite Fusterie

A narrow, sloping medieval street lined with antique shops and art galleries.

The 'Other' Bridge: Pont Édouard Daladier

The modern road bridge leading to the Île de la Barthelasse.

Day trips from Avignon

Châteauneuf-du-Pape

20 min by car or taxi

Journey into the heart of one of France's most celebrated wine regions. This village is dominated by the ruins of a papal summer castle and surrounded by famous vineyards of galets roulés (round stones).

The Luberon Villages (Gordes & Roussillon)

1 hour by car

Discover the iconic hilltop villages and stunning landscapes that define Provence. Gordes is a breathtaking stone village cascading down a cliff, while Roussillon glows with vibrant ochre pigments.

Pont du Gard & Uzès

30 min by car to Pont du Gard; 45 min to Uzès

Marvel at a masterpiece of Roman engineering, the stunning three-tiered Pont du Gard aqueduct, then visit the elegant, ducal town of Uzès, France's first duchy.

Plan your Avignon trip

Things to do in Avignon: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Avignon?+

Top sights include Palais des Papes, Pont Saint-Bénézet, Avignon Festival (July) and Les Halles Market. Away from the crowds, try Musée du Petit Palais and Chapelle des Pénitents Noirs.

What are the most popular tours in Avignon?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Chateauneuf du Pape wine tour (5.0 stars, 576 reviews); Provence Highlights Full-Day Tour from Avignon (4.8 stars, 561 reviews); Highlights of Provence in One Day (5.0 stars, 383 reviews).

How much do tours in Avignon cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €10 and €416 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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