Avignon City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Palais des Papes showing heritage architecture and heritage elements
Palais des Papes which includes a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Palais des Papes which includes outdoor eating, heritage architecture and a square or plaza
Avignon Cathedral which includes religious aspects, a statue or sculpture and a church or cathedral
Avignon City Centre

Popular places to visit

Palais des Papes showing heritage architecture and heritage elements

Palais des Papes

Built to house and protect France’s 14th-century popes, one of Europe’s largest Gothic palaces dominates Avignon’s skyline and cultural life.

Palais des Papes
Avignon Cathedral which includes heritage architecture, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Avignon Cathedral

Celebrate mass in this resting place of 14th-century popes, or simply visit to enjoy the spiritual and artistic treasures within this beautiful Romanesque cathedral.

Avignon Cathedral
Avignon which includes flowers

Rue de la Republique

You can learn about the history of Avignon with a visit to Rue de la Republique. Discover the festivals and cathedral in this walkable area.

Rue de la Republique
Rue des Teinturiers

Rue des Teinturiers

You can learn about the history of Avignon with a trip to Rue des Teinturiers. Discover the festivals and cathedral in this walkable area.

Rue des Teinturiers
Eglise Saint Pierre

Eglise Saint Pierre

You can find out about the history of Avignon with a visit to Eglise Saint Pierre. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its local cheese shops.

Eglise Saint Pierre

Avignon Festival

Enjoy a show at Avignon Festival, a theatre with a story to tell in Avignon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's festivals.

Avignon Festival

Activities

Visit Avignon and Villeneuve lez Avignon aboard a Double-Decker Bus

Visit Avignon and Villeneuve lez Avignon aboard a Double-Decker Bus

AU$24
per adult
Visit Avignon and Villeneuve lez Avignon aboard a Double-Decker Bus
The Hospital Garden / Hôtel-Dieu

Van Gogh & Carrières de Lumières Half-Day Tour from Avignon

AU$160
per adult
Van Gogh & Carrières de Lumières Half-Day Tour from Avignon
Storytelling, Avignon, France.

Enchanting Historical Walking Tour in Avignon

AU$36
per adult
Enchanting Historical Walking Tour in Avignon
Half Day Hilltop Villages of Luberon Tour from Avignon

Half Day Hilltop Villages of Luberon Tour from Avignon

AU$132
per adult
Half Day Hilltop Villages of Luberon Tour from Avignon
From Avignon: Half-Day Baux de Provence and Luberon Tour

From Avignon: Half-Day Baux de Provence and Luberon Tour

AU$151
per adult
From Avignon: Half-Day Baux de Provence and Luberon Tour
From Avignon: Half-Day Great Vineyards Tour

From Avignon: Half-Day Great Vineyards Tour

AU$143
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Avignon: Half-Day Great Vineyards Tour
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Our pick of the best Avignon City Centre Hotel Deals

Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe

Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe

6 Route de Lyon, Avignon, Vaucluse
The price is AU$98 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$98
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Avignon. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,118 reviews)
"EMON at reception was very belpful in securing a same-day appointment for dental emergency! Gracious staff, great location & laundry for travelers. Outdoor rooftop terrace, nearby grocery and bakery a bonus!"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe
Central Hotel

Central Hotel

3 out of 5
31 rue de la République, Avignon, Vaucluse
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Avignon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (740 reviews)
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Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

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Central Hotel
Hotel de l'Horloge

Hotel de l'Horloge

4 out of 5
1 Rue Felicien David, Place De I Horloge, Avignon, Vaucluse
The price is AU$238 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$238
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Avignon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Helpful and kind staff. Well located in the centre of Avignon. Spotless comfortable large room with good amenities. Great breakfast"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hotel de l'Horloge
Avignon Grand Hotel

Avignon Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
34 Boulevard Saint Roch, Avignon, Vaucluse
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Avignon. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. I had a late check in after a wine tour. The friendly staff offered me a wine glass at check in. Room was nice and clean, with a wonderful outdoor table beside the courtyard."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

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Avignon Grand Hotel
Regina Hotel

Regina Hotel

3 out of 5
6 Rue De La Republique, Avignon, Vaucluse
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Avignon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (801 reviews)
"Public parking is close to the hotel in 10 min walking distance. Staff is very friendly. Overall excellent location."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

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Regina Hotel
Hotel De Cambis

Hotel De Cambis

4 out of 5
89 Rue Joseph Vernet, Avignon
The price is AU$250 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$250
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Avignon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (329 reviews)
"Perfect. All was"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Hotel De Cambis
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Other neighbourhoods around Avignon City Centre

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Piot

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Piot and surrounding area, you can visit Avignon Ferris Wheel and Rue de la Republique.

Piot
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Rocade Nord

While Rocade Nord may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like City Walls and Rue des Teinturiers.

Rocade Nord
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Quartier Nord

Quartier Nord might not have many top sights, but City Walls and Rue des Teinturiers are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Quartier Nord
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Quartier Ouest

While Quartier Ouest isn't home to many top sights, Avignon Festival and Avignon Ferris Wheel are some notable places to visit nearby.

Quartier Ouest
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Quartier Est

When in Quartier Est, you can plan a visit to City Walls and Rue des Teinturiers, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Quartier Est
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Sud Rocade

While there might not be top attractions in Sud Rocade, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rue des Teinturiers and Avignon Festival.

Sud Rocade

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