Quartier Nord Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Quartier Nord
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Half Day Villages of Luberon & lavanders Tour from Avignon
Morning Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon
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
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
Hotel d'Europe
"This hotel is in an excellent location, just inside the city walls. It is easy to walk to restaurants and places of interest. Our room was small, but clean and comfortable. The hotel grounds are lovely. We were joining a river cruise and our boat was an easy 10-minute walk away."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Hotel Le Cloitre St Louis
"Charming hotel, with a lot of soul, ideally located within the city centre of Avignon"
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Quartier Nord
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.
Montfavet
Montfavet is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parc des Expositions and Epicurium.
Quartier Ouest
While Quartier Ouest isn't home to many top sights, Avignon Festival and Rue de la Republique are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sud Rocade
While there might not be top attractions in Sud Rocade, you can explore the larger area and discover places like City Walls and Rue des Teinturiers.
