This tour covers historical churches, monasteries and gardens in Avignon. The route includes the Romanesque Saint-Ruf Chapel, Rocher des Doms overlooking the Rhône, the baroque Mint building, and Petit Palais Museum with its Italian Renaissance paintings collection. Visitors also discover Rue des Teinturiers with its water wheels and Collection Lambert for contemporary art.
Avignon, France
An ancient chapel dating back to the Romanesque period nestled in a quiet corner of Avignon.
Avignon, France
A peaceful public garden offering panoramic views of the Rhône River and Pont d'Avignon.
Avignon, France
An impressive baroque building that once served as a mint for the Papal States.
Avignon, France
Home to a notable collection of Italian Renaissance paintings housed in a historical palace.
Avignon, France
This medieval street contains four water wheels along a canal that powered textile workshops from the 14th century until 1950.
Avignon, France
Located in two 18th-century mansions, this museum displays contemporary art from Yvon Lambert's personal collection of paintings, photographs and installations.
Avignon, France
Built in 1846 on the site of a 13th-century synagogue, this religious building features a neoclassical facade and contains historical Jewish artifacts.
Avignon, France
This 700-hectare river island between two branches of the Rhône contains farms, cycling paths and walking trails with views of the Papal Palace.
Avignon, France
The covered market features stands selling regional specialties, vegetables, fruits, cheese, meat and fish.
Avignon, France
The museum displays collections about Provence history with documents, artworks and ethnographic objects.
Avignon, France
The public garden contains stone fountains, benches, old trees and Mediterranean plant species.
Avignon, France
The 16th century chapel contains baroque frescoes on walls and ceiling with religious motifs.
Avignon, France
The central square with stone pavement features market stalls, restaurants and shops in 19th century historic buildings.
Avignon, France
This medieval stone bridge from the 12th century crosses the Rhône river. Four of its original 22 arches remain standing.
Avignon, France
The 16th century chapel contains religious paintings and sculptures. The interior displays baroque architectural elements.
Avignon, France
The public park offers playgrounds, sports facilities and green spaces. A lake with ducks and fish sits at its center.
Avignon, France
A cultural hub dedicated to Jean Vilar, the founder of the Avignon Theatre Festival.
Avignon, France
A museum showcasing decorative arts from the 17th and 18th centuries.
Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, France
This medieval fortress from the 14th century was built to protect the French border. It features massive stone walls and defensive towers.
Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, France
This Carthusian complex from the 14th century contains three cloisters, forty monk cells and Renaissance frescoes.
Avignon, France
The church was built in the 12th century and expanded in the 14th century. It contains medieval sculptures and stained glass windows.
Avignon, France
Built in 1973, this concrete bridge spans the Rhône River with a length of 230 meters. It connects Avignon with Villeneuve.
Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, France
The 14-meter stone tower from the 13th century controlled the Rhône crossing between Avignon and Villeneuve.
Avignon, France
The museum displays French paintings from the 15th to 20th centuries, archaeological artifacts and decorative art objects in a city palace.
Avignon, France
The main square of Avignon contains the city hall and numerous restaurants with terraces under the plane trees.
Avignon, France
The baroque chapel from the 17th century contains religious wall paintings and a decorated marble altar.
Avignon, France
This 14th-century cloister features Romanesque arches and contains a garden with medicinal plants.
Avignon, France
A medieval stone staircase connects the upper town to the lower town through 48 steps.
Avignon, France
This 15th-century church contains frescoes, high vaults and a historical organ from 1524.
Avignon, France
The cemetery houses graves of significant local figures and tombs from the 19th century.