Quartier Nord Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Quartier Nord
Popular places to visit
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.
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 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.
Parc des Expositions
Attend a concert, sporting event, art exhibition or even a circis at this stunning center just outside Avignon.
Pont Saint-Bénézet
One of Avignon’s most iconic landmarks is a bridge that literally goes nowhere, yet continues to draw travelers from all over the globe.
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.
Activities
Morning Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon
From Avignon: Half-Day Baux de Provence and Luberon Tour
Our pick of the best Quartier Nord Hotel Deals
Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe
"The courtyard should be cleaned up there was a bag of what I don't know and beer bottles in a planter bed and garbage all over doesn't make a good impression inside the building it was very clean however"
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
City Résidence Avignon
"Weekend entry required help from a resident but otherwise accomodation was fine. Lift to room level, free parking."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Terre de Provence Hôtel & Spa
"We had a fantastic stay. We also had a great meal."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Le Cloitre St Louis
"The staff here was quite good, but this simply isn’t a 4 star hotel. I have no idea how it has that accreditation. Our room was in the old section of the hotel. The wifi didn’t reach our room, the safe didn’t not work, the ceiling in the renovated bathroom was about 1.8m (about 6 feet) tall if you ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel d'Europe
"Great location and staff very friendly"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
ResidHotel Golf Grand Avignon
"Great location for day trips around the region. Convenient free parking. Excellent buffet breakfast. Friendly staff. Quiet."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Quartier Nord
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.
Avignon City Centre
River views, historical sites and museums are some highlights of Avignon City Centre. Make a stop by Rue de la Republique or Place de l'Horloge while you're exploring.
Nord Rocade
While Nord Rocade 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.
Saint-Chamand
Though Saint-Chamand may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like City Walls and Rue des Teinturiers.
Barthelasse
When in Barthelasse, you can plan a visit to Rocher des Doms and Pont Saint-Bénézet, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Piot
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Piot and surrounding area, you can visit Rue de la Republique and Avignon Festival.
