Discover beautiful Avignon
Built on the banks of the Rhone River in the Provence region of Southern France, Avignon is an ancient city of exceptional beauty and makes a fantastic destination for a city break. With the warm weather of the South of France and a fascinating historical background, it’s easy to see why holidays in Avignon remain a popular choice for so many tourists every year.
More about Avignon
A holiday to Avignon can be made to suit whatever your needs and interests. Not only do you have a choice of how you travel to Avignon, whether you drive, take the Eurostar, ferry or fly, but there is also an abundance of accommodation to choose from. From budget hostels and self-catering apartments to quaint cottages and villas or luxury hotels, Avignon is well-served to make your city break special.
Explore historical Avignon
The city itself is brimming with beautiful historic buildings and French je ne sais quoi – which guarantee your holiday in Avignon. Traditional street markets, selling everything from fruit and veg to antique treasures, fill the cobbled streets within the medieval walls which enclose part of the city.
For history and culture buffs, a holiday in Avignon is a must. The city was the Vatican in the 14th Century, and this legacy lives on in the spires of magnificent buildings and museums a plenty. However, you’d be missing out if you didn’t make the most of the amazing food that’s waiting to be experienced on your Avignon holiday. If the abundance of restaurants doesn’t offer you enough choice, take a hands-on approach and visit Place Pie, which sells fresh produce, cheeses, wines, and produits du pays from within its covered market.
See Avignon by night on your holiday. The city’s evening entertainment is as good as its history, culture and food. From wine bars brimming with different national and local wines to try, to clubs and music bars with a little more buzz, Avignon has plenty on offer for night owls!