THINGs to do
in Avignon & around
the Provence region
1 .Stroll through the
city center and tour the
Palais des Papes - The pope lived here in 1300! (long story)
2. Walk up to the Rocher des Doms Garden; superb views
3. Treat yourself to a fancy meal at Hotel La Mirande. Better yet, book a cooking class!
4. Discover the Saint Pierre Basilica (1358). Enjoy a casual lunch in front of it at L’Epicerie
5. Tour the Pont D’Avignon (iconic French medieval bridge)
If you have a car, cross to Villeneuve-Les-Avignon (History nerds check out Fort Saint-Andre)
6. Risd alums unite at Musee Calvet - fine art + historical artifacts in a 1700 mansion
1 .Saint-Remy de Provence
is a must (home of the
Impressionists) - Van Gogh’s paintings in real life!
2. Drive to Eygalieres (5mn from St Remy). Eat at L’Opale or book a wine/olive oil tasting at La Vallongue Estate
3. Les Baux-de-Provence (15mn from St Remy, 40mn Avignon) is Provence charm at its finest
4. Visit the Pont du gard, a world famous Roman aqueduct
(30mn from Avignon)
5. Experience Gordes (one of the prettiest villages of France) - 50mn from Avignon
6. Abbaye Notre-Dame de sénanque (near Gordes) is a must - lavender fields in full bloom
7. Livia’s parents favorite -> Orange (30mn drive from Avignon). Visit the Roman theatre :)