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The flavors of Provence go beyond restaurants; they are discovered while strolling through the streets, stopping by local artisans, and tasting regional specialties. This small-group tour is perfect for those who wish to explore Aix-en-Provence while uncovering its culinary treasures.
Follow your guide through the Cours Mirabeau, lively squares, and hidden alleys, stopping in front of historic buildings and colorful markets. Between anecdotes about the city's past, enjoy tastings of artisanal tapenades, aged cheeses, and the iconic Calissons d'Aix.
Perfect for a first introduction to the region, this experience allows you to understand the Provençal spirit through its stories and gastronomy. A journey designed for those who cannot venture further into Provence but still want to savor its essence through an immersive stroll.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will meet you at the scheduled time in front of La Brûlerie. Please wait there and enjoy the Provençal atmosphere while awaiting the start of your culinary adventure.
The tour will conclude beautifully on the famous Cours Mirabeau, at the heart of Aix-en-Provence's elegance, where you can continue your exploration at your own pace.
Itinerary
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1Aix-en-Provence
Immerse yourself in the heart of Aix-en-Provence with a tour that blends local flavors and historical heritage. From the very start, your guide will introduce you to the city's culinary soul through tastings of its most iconic products. From the unmissable sweet calissons to Mediterranean-flavored tapenades and other regional delicacies, each stop will be a deep dive into Provençal gastronomy. As you stroll through the city, you'll also explore Aix-en-Provence’s most emblematic sites. The Cours Mirabeau, with its lively terraces, the Place de l’Hôtel de Ville, bustling with a colorful market, and the elegant Place d’Albertas with its historic fountain will immerse you in the city’s refined history. Each stop will offer insights into architecture, local traditions, and the personalities who have shaped Aix through the centuries.
1 hour 40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Cours Mirabeau
Your guide will tell you how this grand avenue, lined with plane trees, was once the strolling place of Aix’s nobility and how it has transformed into a lively hub today. Along the way, you will discover local specialties and the culinary traditions that have shaped this iconic avenue.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Your guide will explain the royal inspiration behind this unique square and how its architecture has evolved over time. You will hear the story of the Albertas family and the transformations that have shaped this remarkable place.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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