Top things to do in Avignon, Provence

Cooking workshop with an exceptional chef in Avignon in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (88 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 221.08

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Cooking classes start at 9 a.m. with an appointment at the Cuisine Centr'Halles located inside the Les Halles d'Avignon market. We start with a visit to the Market to talk about local products, taste and especially create our menu together. We'll choose our ingredients and craft our menu, then head back to the kitchen for our class and cook our lunch. Lunch is included and consists of the menu we have prepared, water, wine and coffee. The full event ends at 1:30 p.m. Cooking demonstrations are a fun and light alternative to cooking classes. These begin at 9 a.m. with a meeting inside the market at the Cuisine Centr'Halles. We start with a market visit and tastings at some of my favorite vendors. We then return to the kitchen to prepare my tapenade recipes and some other daily preparations.

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Van Gogh's Provence & Les-Baux-de-Provence - Afternoon Tour in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (75 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 93.09

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

Discover the UNESCO World Heritage treasures of Arles, from its Roman and medieval monuments to the streets that inspired Vincent Van Gogh. What makes this tour truly special is the personal touch: we keep groups small—just 8 participants—for a relaxed, slow-paced experience where you can ask questions, dive into history, and enjoy plenty of insider tips. As a small company run by just the two of us, we personally guide every tour, taking care of every detail and sharing our passion, knowledge, and stories with each guest. With over 11 years of experience, we ensure every stop is engaging, informative, and tailored to your interests. Travel in comfort in our modern, air-conditioned vans, making your journey through the beautiful Provence countryside as enjoyable as the destinations themselves. This is more than a tour—it’s a personalized, memorable experience that lets you connect with the region, its history, and its art in a way few tours can match.

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Camargue Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (71 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 139.63

Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

Choose this full-day tour to have plenty of time to discover the different faces of one of the most fascinating regions of France. The Camargue being one of the widest river deltas in Europe, it takes time to explore it! This tour will allow you to observe iconic animals as well as discover local legends, traditions and historical monuments. Your guide will stop along the road to give you opportunities to photograph Camargue horses and bulls. We include the entrance fee to the Bird Park, the best place in the region to see pink flamingos from close. Saintes Maries de la Mer and Aigues Mortes are lively little towns with century-old monuments, rich gastronomy and lovely shops. This tour is a real digest of the Camargue!

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Morning Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (70 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 110.54

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Travel deep into the Rhône Valley and explore the region’s rich winemaking heritage on this wine-tasting day trip from Avignon. Stop at wineries which produce red and white wines including the famous Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Learn how grape varieties including Grenache, Cinsault and Counoise flourish in the fertile soils. Follow your guide through the cellars and sample the wine during tasting sessions.  Take in panoramic views over the Rhône Valley and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

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Half Day Great Vineyard Tour from Avignon in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (57 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 93.09

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

Choose a morning or afternoon tour to taste some of the best "Crus" from the Côtes du Rhône wine region in Provence. Visit 2 different wineries in Châteauneuf du Pape, Séguret, Gigondas, Vacqueyras or Beaume-de-Venise depending the availibility and taste some of the different wine varieties before ending your tour in Avignon.

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Enchanting Historical Walking Tour in Avignon in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (53 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.27

 

My tour, Enchanting Avignon: History and Legend, goes beyond the typical historical walk—it’s a journey through time, blending fascinating history with captivating legends. My goal is to bring Avignon’s medieval past to life, from the grandeur of the Popes’ Palace to the secrets hidden in the city’s ancient streets. What sets this experience apart is the balance between historical facts, engaging anecdotes, and local insights. You’ll hear the untold stories behind the city’s iconic landmarks, learn about its unique Provençal culture, and discover hidden corners that most visitors overlook. To ensure the best experience, I provide audio headsets so everyone can hear clearly, making it ideal for all travelers (you can bring your own 3.5mm earphone if you have any) Note: I am a local guide with a passion for history, not a professional historian. Access to churches depends on their schedules and is not guaranteed (Mondays particularly).

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Half Day Lavender Road in Sault from Avignon in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (35 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 69.81

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

You will follow a path of colors and scents and discover Provence in blue. We will take you to the french capital of lavender, Sault (mid June/ end of July depending of the year), for many photo stops or just for the pleasure of walking among the lavender and sunflowers fields. You will also visit the hilltop of Gordes & Abbaye de Sénanque ( photo stop) with its laverder fields ( mid June to end of July depending on the year) Sightseeing, beautiful roads and lavender smells for your program! (From mid June to end of July depending on the blossoming of the lavender)

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A Tour in Provence in a typical French motorized bike : the Solex in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (30 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 75.63

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

You'll have a unique opportunity in Vaucluse to discover a mythical French vehicle from the 60s: the Solex! Our region's small, paved roads make for great rides at speeds of up to 25 kph. The slow pace of this moped is ideal for taking your time and enjoying the Provencal countryside, between the Dentelles de Montmirail and Mont Ventoux. The tour starts in the village of Beaumes-de-Venise. We'll wind our way through the Muscat vines, a local specialty. We'll pause to enjoy the scenery and talk about the history of the area. The tour ends with a wine tasting in a village cellar.

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

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (29 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 104.72

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

Take a half-day tour from Avignon to experience with your own senses the actual atmosphere which made Vincent van Gogh spend his latest years in Provence. Your guide will walk along with you in Arles while showing you around. Then you will be given plenty of time to fully enjoy the most spectacular light show at Carrières de Lumières. Do not miss the beautiful vista to the Alpilles mountains on the way to the sanatorium.

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Half Day Pont-du-Gard, Uzès, Nîmes Tour from Avignon in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (28 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 93.09

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

Visit the most famous roman aqueduct, the Pont du Gard. Discover the treasures of Nîmes, the square house and the Arena . And be part of 2000 years of history through a walking tour in one of the most beautiful middle age town of Provence: Uzès, before returning to Avignon.

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Gordes, Roussillon(+ Ochre Trail) & Fontaine de Vaucluse in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (27 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 115.19

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

A tour to take your time discovering the villages and iconic charm of the Luberon, including Gordes, a perched and authentic village listed among the most beautiful villages in France. You will stop at Sénanque Abbey, built in the 12th century, a true haven of peace surrounded by lavender fields. You will also visit the magnificent ochre trail of Roussillon, a site of ochre extraction where you will discover all its secrets (Ochre trail entry included). Then, stroll through the village of Roussillon, bordered by ochre cliffs shaped by nature and humankind, where you can enjoy your lunch break (time included in the village visit). Finally, your day will end in Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, where you will discover the refreshing, bubbling waters of the Sorgue, a fascinating and crystal-clear river. You can also learn about traditional papermaking techniques, just as they were in the 15th century, powered by its watermill.

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Avignon, St Rémy, Les Baux de Provence & Pont du Gard in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (18 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 196.64

Duration: 10 hours (approx.)

Combine Roman and historical heritage on this full-day trip from Avignon! Explore the former city of the Pope : Avignon, with its Popes Palace. Enjoy a glass of wine of Côtes du Rhône after your walking tour. In the afternoon, you will be in the Alpilles area. First stop will be in Saint-Rémy de Provence for a little walk in the city center, then you will visit the pretty village of Les Baux de Provence. Before the return in Avignon, admire the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Pont du Gard aqueduct.

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Half Day Hilltop Villages of Luberon Tour from Avignon in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (15 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 87.27

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

Visit hilltop stones and perched villages of the Luberon, typical Provencal countryside. Walk along the beautiful colored villages, white stone houses in Gordes, red houses and ochre textures in Roussillon. You will stop among the lavender fields in summer (in blossoms from mid June to mid July depending the year).

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Half-Day Baux de Provence and Luberon Tour from Avignon in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (14 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 98.90

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

Explore the Alpilles and the Luberon regionals parks on your half-day trip from Avignon. Admire the panoramic view of the Alpilles from the hilltop village of Les Baux de Provence. Visit the Luberon and its perched villages with Gordes, listed as "one of the most beautiful village in France" and Roussillon and its red houses and ochres textures. Have a photo stop in the famous Senanque Abbey.

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Hello Avignon: Private 2-Hour Intro City Walk with Local Guide in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (13 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 139.63

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Get introduced to Avignon in the most authentic way: through its highlights, history, local flavors, and with a trusted local guide by your side. It’s the perfect experience for those who want to connect with the city. You’ll explore iconic landmarks such as Palais des Papes and Avignon Cathedral, as well as local favorites and hidden corners loved by locals. Engaging anecdotes and personal insights from your local guide will bring Avignon’s history, culture, and tradition, to life in an authentic and memorable way. To complete the experience, enjoy a tasting of a local specialty such as Tapenade on Fougasse. Sweet, savory, or regional, you’ll taste a real part of Avignon’s everyday culture and traditions. By the end of the tour, you’ll have a great introduction to Avignon, its local culture, and how to explore it on your own. You’ll walk away with personal recommendations and local tips on where to eat and what to see next, helping you make the most of your time in the city.

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Roman heritages and Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tour from Avignon in Avignon

Avignon , Provence

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (12 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 139.63

Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

This tour will bring you to a historical heritage of Provence through the visit of Orange Antic Theatre, the UNISCO listed Pont du Gard, the roman aqueduct and a stroll in the beautiful medieval town of Uzès. You will also discover great AOC wines made in Provence with a visit of a winery and wine tasting in Châteauneuf du Pape.

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