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The 10 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Avignon charms visitors with its ancient streets, restored medieval ramparts and the immense Gothic architecture of the Palais des Papes (Palace of Popes—the papacy was based here in the 14th century). The annual Festival d'Avignon, a major arts festival, attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors for theater, dance, film and street performances.
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1. Avignon Gourmet Tour
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5.0 based on 303 reviews
Avignon Gourmet Tour is a gourmet walking tour of Avignon. It's an original way to discover this beautiful city and get a sample of local gastronomy. During the 4h visit, we will take you to the best shops and artisans to taste Provençal products and learn about the history. All food and wine tastings included.
2. Provence and Wine
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5.0 based on 336 reviews
Enjoy a unique and unforgettable wine experience in Provence. We organize small group custom guided wine tours of Provence in English.
3. Atelier de Cuisine Gastronomique Jean Marc Villard
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5.0 based on 309 reviews
Hands on cooking class near AVIGNON / FRANCE. Learn French Cuisine with Chef Jean-Marc, 10 years Chef and teacher at Paul Bocuse Institute.Chef Jean-Marc teaches in English and You will cook a three courses menu and share lunch with him and his wife Alice. He opened his cooking school for amateurs in Lyon in 2001 and now proposes cooking classes in the sunny and nice area : PROVENCE. Join him for a French culinary experience !
Reviewed By barrylm2016
Our group of six people joined Jean Marc and his lovely wife, Alice, for an incredible day of cooking, eating, and immersion into Provencal cuisine. They are the consummate hosts. And, Jean Marc is a gifted chef and, more importantly, gifted teacher. From coffee and cookies just out of the oven, to the tour of the local Farmers' Co-op, to the preparation of each course, to tips on spices, herbs, meal presentation, feasting (with wine pairings for each course), and conversation, this was a day that we will all remember. It was THE HIGHLIGHT of our two weeks in France!
4. Time 4 Provence
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5.0 based on 328 reviews
The best way to discover the diversity of Provence ! Enjoy it with us ! Regular tours / Private tours / Transfers
5. Experience Provence Tours
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5.0 based on 332 reviews
I offer Provence bound travelers private chauffeured excursions and a “change of pace” tour alternative, designed to suit every walk of life. My deep passion for my own region and my never-ending enthusiasm combine to insure that you will see and taste the best Provence has to offer with an emphasis on Cultural Tourism, Entertainment, & Gastronomy. 10 years of combined experience in the guest service and hospitality industries helped me understand the importance of a service that is dedicated to creating a reliable, personal, and positive travel experience. With a comfortable air-conditioned van, I can tour up to 6 passengers in my own vehicle, and up to 8 in a rental one. Along with my personal language skills and my natural curiosity and enjoyment of diverse cultures and people, you can be assured of a journey you will want to share and perhaps repeat.Representing the “heart” of my region to the world is my pleasure.
6. Avignon Authentic Stories
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
Discover the culture and the history of Avignon through a tour with the authentic stories from your professional local guide: Clement.
7. South Spirit
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5.0 based on 160 reviews
We propose complet e-bike tours of avignon and the surroundings with a local guide or a GPS. Our guided tours will allow to have the perfect overview of the city center with a relaxing electric bike. In addition, you can rent our e-bikes with gps to discover provence on the best cycling roads. You can go easily to chateauneuf du pape, arles and more ...
8. Palais des Papes
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4.5 based on 10,840 reviews
The residence of the soveriegn pontiffs in the 14th century is the largest Gothic Palace in the world. 25 areas to visit : ceremonila halls, chapels, cloister, the Pope's provate apartments with their priceless frescos, as well as a scenographic area, the Musée de l'Oeuvre, wich presents the development and history of the building since it was build. Ranked as UNESCO world heritage.
Reviewed By YairBarZohar - Qiryat Ata, Israel
After going through some of Avignon's other sites, you finally reached the highlight - the Pope's Palace. The palace, built between 1335 and 1352, is the largest Gothic palace in the world. This palace served as the residence of the popes in the 14th century and was also the place where six closed meetings were held, under which six popes were elected. This important site entered the UNESCO World Heritage Site list in 1995. As part of your visit to the Pope's Palace, you can tour more than 25 rooms open to the public. One of the highlights of the visit is the opportunity to see the Pope's living rooms from the time he lived here. Also, be impressed by the spectacular fresco paintings, which adorn a large part of the halls and chapels. You can hire an audio guide at the entrance. If you wish, you can choose to visit the Pope's Palace as part of a guided walking tour of Avignon, which includes a queue entrance to the Pope's Palace. Admission is reasonable. Children 8 and under come in for free. The card can be used with the San Benza Bridge. Opening hours: from April to the end of June and September to the beginning of November from 9:00 to 19:00, November to the end of February from 9:30 to 17:45, March from 9:00 to 18:30, July to 9 : 00-20: 00, August 9: 00-20: 30. How long should you visit? Between two and three hours. The Pope's Palace is adjacent to Avignon Cathedral to the south.
9. Rocher des Doms
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4.5 based on 1,765 reviews
Reviewed By jazzfang - Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada
This wonderful park is filled with spots to sit in the shade on a warm day, breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes of the Provencal valley and even has a cute cafe seated near a fountain ! Don’t miss the porcelain graphic representation of the views (local towns and mountains) and the sundial in the middle of the park. You can also contemplate the effects of WWII at the jewish memorial (a mural commemorating those lost in the war).
10. Mistral Tour
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4.5 based on 65 reviews
In the heart of an enchanting region where you can discover quality wines, vineyards and sumptuous landscapes, join Mistral Tour. We offer excursions in the Rhône Valley, the Luberon, the Vent and the Alpilles. The excursions are carefully organised to combine passion for wine with the discovery of taste and landscape. Scheduled and bespoke tours in comfortable and air conditioned transportation.
