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Throughout this visit, participants will discover the origins of classical French art which blended with a very particular Avignon Gothic style which lasted for many years. Here, between Provence and Occitanie, where the arts and life encourage us every day to discover the historical, architectural, gastronomic and cultural heritage, the concept of "Slow tourism" takes on its full meaning. An Avignon guide will share with you all his knowledge and anecdotes about the sites you will visit. Don't wait any longer to book this tour with us to experience unforgettable moments.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the Avignon tourist office, you will find a guide who always wears a light brown hat.
Itinerary
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1
The Temple Saint-Martial, a vestige of the Benedictine monastery of Cluny, is the ideal starting point for the guided tour. (Presentation, the illustrious, history of the 14th century)
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The Sorgue canal and the rue des Teinturiers remind us of the glorious past of the textile industry of the entire district. (Les Cordeliers, Provençal printed fabrics)
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Discovery of the market halls, an emblematic place, of its local products.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The Saint-Didier collegiate church takes us back in time with its impressive quadrangular bell tower. (Southern Gothic art, tales and legends)
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The Ceccano livery is a 14th century cardinal's palace, it is the best preserved cardinal livery in Avignon. (Gothic paintings, Jesuit college)
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A few steps from the Tourist Office, the Jesuit chapel (Lapidary Museum), decorated with a remarkable Italian-inspired frontispiece. (Architects, baroque art)
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
A magnificent example of a private mansion, the work of the most renowned Avignon architect of the 18th century, Jean Batiste Franque. (Avignon painters, classical French art)
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
End of the tour, recommendations.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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