My son has been coming here almost each years while visiting grandma.He's a teen now and was Watauga to try new adult rides; all the spinning and more body challenging ones. I watched! Lol We buy the pass is cost effective.Forgot the years he's been able to go as much as he wished and achieving to his age and height.It didn't disapoint even though it's a bit corny!;) But the essential is that he's having fun and we can laugh together, and good off safely! Large parking space but yoy still need to come early for spots when high summer season.

The important thing is that my daughter loved it! A little expensive for certain rides i.e. Haunted house.. But we had a great time

No one speaks English. There are horse rides for children and the horses don't seem very happy to be there. In my opinion it's animal abuse.

Horrible park, very loud when inside It is so loud that everybody who lives 1km in all directions has to endure the constant noise each night. I cannot understand that Gruissan allows that.

Very bad everything is for little kids the it’s so much much moustique that you can’t stand it nahh

Expensive , but nice rides

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Worth the walk for this historical spectacle. It's about half an hour for the able bodied, with nice views back across L'Orb and to the Cathedral. For the less mobile, the little train takes you from the Cathedral to the locks and return with interesting facts about the locality en route. Toilets and cafe at the top of the locks, plus option to take a canal boat trip. Best booked in advance in busy periods.

Absolutely worth visiting. Buy a ticket for the canal tour. It will take you up the locks which is a nice experience. Beautiful area and go into Beziers after. Visiting the locks is a half day trip. The boat tour is 1 hour and 15 mins.

A masterpiece still in operation, these 9 locks that follow one another, you should not hesitate to visit this place. In excellent condition and very well laid out, you can follow the paths along the canal and arrive near the very beautiful and old bridge. From Toulouse, the Canal du Midi reaches Béziers via a 54-kilometer-long reach (a section of canal without locks). Over this distance, the canal remains at an altitude of 31.54 meters. But at Fonseranes, the canal must descend a steep 25-meter drop to reach the Orb, a necessary passage for boats heading to Agde. To establish the connection between the canal and the Orb, an extraordinary lock was built. Thanks to a successful initial experiment in Castelnaudary, Riquet knew that the secret lay in a lock with multiple chambers. Faced with the significant difference in altitude, Riquet and his works director decided to add eight chambers, twice as many as those of the Saint-Roch lock in Castelnaudary ! Work on the Fonseranes lock began in 1667 and was completed in 1680. The structure is impressive! At 315 meters long and with a total drop of 21.18 meters, this lock ladder is the largest ever built in France ...

A rather exceptional engineering feat built in the 17th century to create a navigable route from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean. In addition to being a spectacular series of locks in short succession, the canal has a tunnel, several cool bridges including one for the canal to cross above the river. I recommend obtaining details about the history to appreciate it best. Boat tours are long if you take the roundtrip, might be best to join a tour only do the way back down, going towards the Mediterranean.

A wonderful feat of engineering. Lovely and informative video in the information centre ( 3 Euro) Watching the boats pass through the locks, very interesting - especially when one of the gates won't shut. Pleasent walk from Beziers, through the old port area, which is going to be restored and across the old town bridge.

Been here a coupke of times before. Now you can only walk on one side of them but still nice and its actually better for taking photos without a lot of people.

A dream come true passing through the Fonseranes. Absolutely a marvel and one of the best parts of the Canal du Midi. It takes about 45 minutes to pass through with timed entry in the morning and afternoon depending on direction.

Very beautiful place, dated back to the 13th century. You can actually climb to the top of the tower to have a bird view of the city. On the way there you will reach a balcony where you can see the church better as well.

Beautiful cathedral well worth visiting. Be sure to also visit the peaceful cloisters. There is currently an art exhibition there.

A magnificent emblem of Béziers, visible from afar, as if perched atop the Roman and medieval ramparts of the ancient city. Indeed, on the "Béziers acropolis," the majestic and austere Cathedral of Saint-Nazaire and Saint-Celse watches over the city. Anchored on a rocky promontory, overlooking the city, the Southern Gothic-style building stands on the remains of a Roman temple and a Romanesque church destroyed and burned during the Crusade against the Cathars in 1209 by the troops of the King and the Pope, commanded by Arnaud Amaury. Today, the cathedral is dominated by a 48-meter-high square tower topped by a turret housing an iron campanile with a late 18th-century bell. The upper part, dating from the 15th century, is adorned with columns, each base of which represents a human face. The bell tower houses a 4-ton bell named after Mary, cast by François Granier, the second most important bell in the region after the bell of Montpellier Cathedral. Numerous gargoyles, some requiring renovation, adorn the cathedral walls. Richly crafted 14th-century ironwork grilles protect the choir's stained-glass windows. Impressive in its size, the building houses 14th-century frescoes, a splendid 17th-century organ case, and a large rose window with a diameter of ten meters. Its magnificent grand organ is installed on a gallery at the end of the nave, whose organ case, in the Louis XIII style and the work of Guillaume Martois, dates from 1633. Its instrumental part also dates largely from the 17th century. It features Romanesque columns and capitals, vestiges of the Romanesque cathedral, but the majority of the columns date from the Gothic period. The transverse arches supporting the vault are from the 14th century. The supports of the galleries, located in the nave, near the choir, feature friezes with triglyphs and metopes. These friezes are imitations of the degenerate Gallo-Roman style, dating from the Romanesque period (12th century). The choir contains ancient stained-glass windows from the Gothic period. It was extensively remodeled in the 18th century in the Baroque style with a red marble colonnade running along the apse wall and framing the statues of the four evangelists, a staff glory, and a polychrome marble altar. Above the stalls are six large paintings. Three of them are signed Thierry and depict scenes from the life of Moses; the other three are works by the Montpellier painter Raoux and show scenes from the lives of Constantine and his mother, Saint Helena. The sacristy was built in 1443 by Bishop William of Montjoie, at the same time as the chapter house, and the walls are partly covered with ancient frescoes, restored in 1917. These frescoes were seriously damaged during the Wars of Religion, then coated with a whitewash that had to be removed later. They date from the 14th and 15th centuries and adorn the walls of many chapels: the Chapel of the Holy Spirit and the Chapel of the Dead in particular.

Incredible place with great architecture and calm energy there. Great place to visit if you are in Beziers.

The cathedral is very beautiful and transmits so much peace. The staff is friendly, unfortunately that day there were two weddings and we couldn't get into the top of the cathedral. Everything else, a must-see place in Béziers

Magnificent cathedral! The most beautiful I have ever visited. Splendid paintings, paintings telling the incredible story of Jesus. I love it. The stained glass windows are incredible. The view is breathtaking from the outside.I recommend you visit this while passing through Béziers. The city is beautiful and very old. She is attached to her history.

Nice visit for this town. We were on the road trip and had an afternoon break here, good foods and beautiful old buildings

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(Translated by Google) I came just to buy a baby cream before the sunny days. Then Catherine came to kindly advise me, and one thing led to another and I learned that my makeup was not at all appropriate for my age and that it did not cover my face sufficiently. Thanks to Catherine and her valuable advice (she took the time to do my makeup, showing me how I should proceed step by step) I left with a foundation, a concealer and a sun powder at reasonable prices (I also appreciated that it was noted that I couldn't afford to spend a lot of money on it). I am delighted and very happy to have learned how to do my makeup at 50 by a real pro 😊 Thank you again very much Catherine for your kindness and for your tips 😉 (Original) Je suis venue juste pour acheter une bb crème avant les beaux jours. Puis Catherine est venue me conseiller gentiment, et de fil en aiguille, j ai appris que mon maquillage n' était pas du tout adapté à mon âge et qu'il ne me couvrait pas suffisamment le visage. Grâce à Catherine et à ses précieux conseils (elle a prit le temps de me maquiller en me montrant comment je devais procéder étapes par étapes) je suis repartie avec un fond de teint, un anti cerne et une poudre soleil à des prix raisonnables ( j ai apprécié aussi qu'elle est noté que je ne pouvais pas me permettre d y mettre une somme élevée). Je suis enchantée et très heureuse d avoir appris à me maquiller à 50 ans par une vraie pro 😊 Encore merci beaucoup Catherine pour votre gentillesse et pour vos astuces 😉

(Translated by Google) I can't give it 0 stars, which is a shame because that's what this brand really deserves. It's pathetic, a tall, typical security guard who follows me and my children from the entrance to the store and tells me I'm doing my job. Okay, so his job is to follow people who come to buy a perfume for each of his children, who in the end left us with nothing. Thanks to the brand for the disastrous image it reflects through its security personnel. (Original) Je ne peux pas mettre 0 étoile dommage car c est vraiment ce que mérite cette enseigne. Lamentable , un vigile grand et typé qui me suit moi et mes enfants de l’entrée du magasin à la fin et qui me réponds je fais mon travail. D’accord donc son travail consiste à suivre les personnes qui viennent acheter un parfum pour chacun de ses enfants qui au final nous sommes ressortis sans rien. Merci à l’enseigne pour l’image désastreuse qu’elle reflète au travers de son personnel de sécurité.

(Translated by Google) Hello On July 4th, I wanted to try the Nocibe institute for a manicure. The results are as shown in the photo. Honestly, the beautician who performed the service should change careers; even I do better. I prefer to go to a private beautician; it's a bit more expensive, but you won't be disappointed. Avoid it. (Original) Bonjour Le 04 juillet j' ai voulu essayer l institut nocibe pour faire une manucure résultat voir en photo franchement l esthéticienne qui a fait la prestation devrait changer de métier même moi je fais mieux . Je préfère aller chez une esthéticienne privée c est peut plus cher mais on n est pas déçue 😞 à eviter

(Translated by Google) Unpleasant result of the non-symmetrical service for hair removal, I have had several Nocibé treatments and this is the first time that I was not finished with tweezers or put cream on afterwards. For the price it is really disappointing (Original) Pas aimable résultat de la prestation non symétrique pour une épilation, j’ai fais plusieurs Nocibé c’est la première fois que l’on m’a pas fais les finitions à la pince à épiler ou mis de la crème après. Pour le prix c’est vraiment décevant

(Translated by Google) It's been a few years since I went back to Nocibé, I had a pleasant time with Caty who learned the time to advise me well. There is a choice and for all budgets. I will return with pleasure to Nocibé (Original) Sa fait quelques années que j’ai était pas retourné à Nocibé , jai passé un moment agréable avec Caty qui appris le temps de bien me conseiller . Il y a du choix et pour tout les budgets.Je reviendrai avec plaisir à Nocibé

(Translated by Google) It's the kind of store where you want to wander around and treat yourself. There's a huge selection: perfumes, skincare, makeup... and even a small salon where you can pamper yourself starting at €30, which is pretty cool. The sales associates are often professional and attentive—special mention to Élisabeth, who is super sweet and gives great advice. However, don't go on a day when the team is busy, because then you quickly feel invisible. And when it comes to testers, there are sometimes a shortage, which can be frustrating when you want to discover a fragrance. But overall, the atmosphere is pleasant, the store is well laid out, and if you like beauty products, it's a great place to treat yourself or find a gift. Just a little tip: avoid rush hour if you want to take your time. (Original) C’est le genre de boutique où t’as envie de flâner et de te faire plaisir. Y’a du choix à gogo : parfums, soins, maquillage… et même un petit institut pour se faire chouchouter à partir de 30€, ce qui est plutôt cool. Les conseillères sont souvent pros et à l’écoute — mention spéciale à Élisabeth qui est super douce et de bon conseil. Par contre, faut pas tomber sur un jour où l’équipe est débordée, parce que là, t’as vite l’impression d’être invisible. Et niveau testeurs, y’en manque parfois, ce qui peut être frustrant quand tu veux découvrir un parfum. Mais globalement, l’ambiance est agréable, le magasin est bien agencé, et si t’aimes les produits de beauté, c’est une adresse sympa pour se faire plaisir ou trouver un cadeau. Juste un petit conseil : évite les heures de pointe si tu veux prendre ton temps.

It's nice but the queues are indescribable. I spent an hour and 10 minutes to boomerang and another hour to do the rapid rafting. You simply get tired while you wait and by the time you get to the top you're not in the mood anymore.The queue moves extremely slowly and it is not normal as I have been in other aqualands and no matter how crowded it was more than 20 minutes I didn't wait . The pool was full of hair, grass and filth. There should be a certain limit when it comes to hair to be caught in a bun, no long clothes which by the way today I saw a lady in long tights and t-shirt when she was swinging her kite in the boomerang although the sign with the forbidden symbole was right in her nose and of course the lifeguard did not say anything . Well, is it normal like that? Either we all respect some rules or... not to mention the phones in the toboggan what are they doing there?

It was a fun day in aqualamd cap d'adge. Best was the. Morning, where nöt so man peoble were around, and therefore only short queues. Lunch was only Hamburger and a bit expensive för the whole family.

A great day out for the family. Loads of slides and pools to enjoy with something for everyone. No parking for aqualand itself but instead there are town parking lots literally just a 5min walk away HOWEVER BEWARE of you are in a campervan or something taller as these carparks are height restricted to 2.25mts!!! Our van is exactly 2.25m the tall and wouldn't fit in the main carparks ... after squeezing under one barrier we then couldn't fit under the exit barrier (this was actually lower than the entrance barrier) so had to go out the wrong way 🤦‍♂️ After trying several other places we eventually found a carpark where the height barrier was open so we got parked up ok in the end and had about a 10min walk to the water park. Not sure if we would have been so lucky had this car park not had it barrier open. The park itself is clean and great fun. Be prepared to queue for rides and keep applying the sunscreen as some queues can be quite exposed to the sun. Food fairly expensive as to be expected at a theme park and we found that the burgers, pizza, e t stopped being serv d at around 4pm. Highly recommended though and well worth a visit!!

A good day out for a while family or just couples/friends. Reasonable prices, well maintained and good food available. Tickets are slightly cheaper if you book in advance online.

This park used to be what is best on the market about 15 years ago. But this new visit left us truly disappointed. The price is quite high for the size of the park and they make you spit additional fees for absolutely everything (locker box, parking, lounge chairs...) The ride "Surf Racer" is really dangerous and should be revised, we saw so many people leaving it injured. There are almost no family rides for 4 to 6 year old kids. But the biggest disappointment came with the FAST PASS. It basically doubles up the price of the entrance, but with no discount and even younger kids that are not paying the entrance need to pay for it!!! And what do you get for it? A separate queue for the inflatables... and that's it! You have to queue all the way to the top of the ride like everybody else. The gain might be about 7 to 10 minutes out of 35-40 minutes total wait time. And not even all the rides offer it (the Anaconda does not have a Fast Pass queue) It's a total rip-off. In the end the kids had fun but we could not even make all the rides even with our fast pass and I the value for money is revolting.

I will start by saying obviously its August so expected it to be busy. But..... Bad. .You have to que twice for each slide once to collect a raft/float and again to actually cue for the slide and both ques are not short. .Most stairs to slides are cut into 2 which makes it difficult to actually carry raft safely up them. .I went with my 2 sons aged 10 & 6 and most slides are 2 persons and have to have 2 persons so was unable to go on as i cant leave a child waiting around 40 minutes while i que with the other. .Food was over prices . Lack off shaded areas .€7 euro for a tiny locker €14 for a bigger locker Good. . Staff are helpful and very nice . Very clean

It's not the most pleasant experience. The food was expensive and tasted worse than McDonald's. The fast pass was almost as much as the tickets, but everyone was skipping the line anyways so I wasted my money on that. Also, on the very first slide my partner and I fell out of the tube and banged our head, me till I bleed, and no staff were at the bottom to even notice or care.

(Translated by Google) Aquarium and farm since covid (Original) Aquarium et ferme depuis le covid

(Translated by Google) The aquarium no longer exists 😢 (Original) L'aquarium n'existe plus 😢

(Translated by Google) Closed aquarium. (Original) Aquarium fermé.

Arrival by bus (line 4) from Agde-village. If you want to enter the (nude) beach you have to cross the "Helios"-village; regular entrance-fee € 11,00 but if the security is not 100% alert you might be lucky: for free !

It's supposed to be a nice place for specific mindset people but we were not allowed inside as you need a ticket and room reservation as this is a bit secure area....

Lovely Staff, always nice and helpful and qant male your stay as pleasant as possible! Special heads-up to Danilo, who just is a gem of a co-worker! Thanks for the carrying efforts and the pro-activity 👌

A run down old dirty place. Everything is over grown. This looks so ghetto. 1800€ for 5 nights. This place is nosy. You will not be able to relax here.

It is a great location for nudists and couples !If you plan on staying longer just buy the entry once for the rest of your staying there because there’s a lot of people in the evening waiting in line.You can’t buy your entry online!!?Why?Because if they allow it than you will have a lot of groups of single men.And it is made to be really great for couples!Fun you will have in this location from clubs to pool parties ,the beach,the bars etc.The cool thing is that it doesn’t matter the day of the week,in the village people are always partying 24/7.If you arrive in the morning I advise you to start with a pool party .Most important is that everything you imagined and heard about the village is true.There the fantasy can become reality!!Have Fun!!!

The best campsite founded by Rene Oates and his Brother in 1950 with one of Europe's, if not the world's Largest Naturist Village. The settlement includes restaurants, grocery stores, Night clubs and Fun places for people who can afford it..

Check-in is disorganized and confusing and if you don't speak French you can feel a bit isolated. Otherwise I would have given it a five-star rating. Once you get checked in, it is a great experience. Beaches are a few minutes walk away. Facilities are very good with laundry, dish-washing stations, showers and toilets, running water and electricity plug-ins scattered throughout the camping site. It is very quiet. Shopping facilities are a short walk away. Nudity is the key theme. You can go anywhere in the entire village completely nude. Nudity is mandatory inside the camping area and on the beaches but that requirement is not enforced. It was my first time being completely nude in a supermarket. Very highly recommended

A small but great collection! The space is nice and calm, with a lovely view of the sea.

A nice art museum on the hill in Sète. Interesting exhibition about the multifaceted Paul Valery. Even better was the temporary exhibition of Philippe Cognée. A nice retreat during our vacation!

I enjoyed my visit to this beautiful museum. Excelkwction of art as well as the special exposition. The museum is perched above an historic and well-maintained cemetary and has a view of the sea.

Well worth a stroll up the hill on a cooler day. A beautiful collection, and welcoming staff. The first Sunday of every month is free to visitors

Great gallery with good cafe at the entrance! We were pleased to see the Martial Raysse exhibition which is on until 5 November.

Good exhibitions, but much of the floorspace is devoted to the paintings of various artists, and there’s limited information on the life of Paul Valéry outside of his experiences in occupied Paris. In some respects, I learned more from my guide book (e.g. Valéry’s intense interest in contemporary scientific inquiry) than from the museum! Nevertheless, what there is on the poet is well presented and the main exhibition when I visited (Philippe Cognée) was interesting

Great gallery! Jean Hugo' temporary exposition at the moment - worth the visit!

Many thanks to Christian! While waiting for a friend born in Combaillaux, I was given fantastic insider tips to discover the soul of the city off the tourist paths. Even my local friend was thrilled. Christian's brilliant recommendations made my day unforgettable.

Visiting the Montpellier Tourist Office was an absolute delight! The guided tours were informative, offered exclusive access to areas usually closed to the public, and were very reasonably priced. I booked the English Guided City Centre Tour – Historic & Cultural Essentials and also added the 72-hour City Card with transport access. A special shout-out to Hannah for her exceptional help and clear instructions on navigating public transport — thank you, Hannah! ☺️

Belated compliments to your tour guide Wim who gave me the best introduction to magnificent Montpellier on a very unpleasant rainy day earlier in March. Wim’s expert knowledge of his adopted city made it a brilliant afternoon . 👏

Super helpful. We were looked after by Christian who gave us lots of local tips and helped us book a great tour for the day at pont du garde. We left feeling ready to make the most of our time in the region. Thanks for your help Christian, the food recommendations were great!

We had fantastic, very useful advice from Hannah! She answered all our questions on what to see and how to get around, and went out of her way to help us. Thank you!

Had an excellent guide. Gill Roth. She took an English tour for 2 hours in the morning. The tour was interesting and informative. Good explanation of events with humour at times. Definitely recommended.

Lovely cool office as weather so hot. Very kind helpful staff. Good English and patience with an older ! tourist, especially Christian. Very helpful young man.

AMAZING HIKE!!!! I went to the Pic Saint Loup with friends and it was AMAZING! It was a nice hike with amazing views and a safe path. Once we reached the top, the view was unbelievable. I recommend it to everyone who likes a challenge. Even if you don't have any hiking experience, you'll be able to reach the top (just take your time and enjoy the hike/view).

Wonderful location. A 2hours walk which may be a bit hard without water and solar cream, but definitely worth it. An amazing panorama of the region, from the cevennes to the town of Sete.

Note Google Maps sends you to the wrong place. Search Cazevieille and the car park is there. As you start walking up, you will hit a fork with a sign only in French. Take the right path for the top. It says 2.5 km but I suspect that is in a straight line and actually path is probably double that. We went mid June and needed at least 3-4L of water for two adults and two children. Spectacular views from the top. Recommend beginning out of the heat of the day. There is no water or bathroom either at the car park or in the village.

This scenic trail is a must-do of the Montpellier area. The 90 minutes walk to the summit, where a little church and a huge cross are, is quite easy, with only 350m of gain, but the stony trail challenges your ankles. Many people go there for the Sunset, and it's nicebut keep in mind the way back... And don't forget the headlights!

Very pleasant walk up the mountain for the moderately fit. Best to wear hiking boots and poles for the elderly like me. Excellent views from the top and on the way.

Fantastic highly recommended day trip from Montpellier. 2-3hr return 6km hike but please remember to bring water, snacks and suncream. The hike departs from the village cazevielle (no supplies available or shops) on the south western side of the peak, note that Google might send you the wrong way. The final 430m ascent is steeper and not well marked, it will bring you to the top where there is a fire lookout, historic shrine and spectacular views. Well worth the effort!

A most beautiful site located in the North of Montpellier with wonderful hiking trails and the garrigue . Breadth taking views all around with plenty of wonderful villages very much like Valflaunes . You really need to get there , it is always a great idea for a day out .

This is really a hidden gem! Great for the kids, lots to do, also a good snackbar car with decent food and cold beer for papa. Warmly recommended.

Great place for kids who love intreracting with animals. Our 5 and 8 year old girls loved it.

loove it! our kids aged 3,2,1 enjoyed it so much! also the staff is so kind and helpful and speak english 🤗.

Great place for little kids and families! Feed a bunch of animals (goats, chicken, fish, donkeys, ducks, rabbits...), row in little boats, jump in several bounce houses, play in several playgrounds and other fun places (forts, bridges, etc)... Loved it!! We'll be going back in a few days!!! ^^

It is not easy to get there if you dont have a car. Even though you can combine train and taxi. Children love it and can spend whole day there 3-15 y/o. Check the weather if it is windy or not...

We loved it. Animals around you, nice breeze, green place, nice activities for the kids. I will definitely take my son there again.

Nice place to spend time with kids. Though, menu in the canteen could be more health-friendly. :)))

When u arrive with your car u pay a ticket all day lasting of 7 eur, u park your car and.. START WALKING in order to get to the naturist part u gotta walk for 20 mins, for the gay beach is another 20 more or less. Once u reach the beach, just head left. Bring everything u think u’ll need cause there’s absolutely no place u can buy anything but some random carts selling icecream and few other things. Ppl are niiice!!! The beach is wide but the sea isn’t that much of a beauty.. nothing u cannot find anywhere around. P.s.There’s a cruising “wood” behind the sand hills if u’re asking why ppl keep coming and going 🤭

This beach has something for everyone. You can mingle with the crowd or walk along the shore and claim your own private beach! It goes on and on for ever!

Endless sand and sun. Amazing views of the sea. Bring an umbrella and sandals. You’ll bring back a thousand sandy memories to your car; there are no showers. Didn‘t try the nude part.

Beautiful yellow sand, open spaces. People selling refreshments with little carts... More people than I expected, though, and our side of the beach was marked as naturism prohibited, which was a bit of a shock.

Great beach, good parking (6€ a day or 30€ for 7 visits).

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great beach, anything you want it to be

One of the best oceanariums I have visited in France. I think it’s pretty cozy and definitely can be an attractive touristic spot in summer.

Nice way to get out of the heat. But apparently everyone else in the entire south France has the same idea. Parking a car was not the easiest. Saw lots of fish. Some very large things. Some tiny things. The shop was good. WiFi didn't work.

It's a nice place to spend time with kids or anyone who's interested in underwater life. For 16€ for an adult, you can see sharks, rays, huge turtles, different fish, other sea creatures and seals. The place is full of information about sea life, endangered species, water pollution puzzles for curious minds. The day I visited the seaquarium, there was a quest for children : they got a task at the entrance and had to look for clues around the aquarium. So their time there wasn't just wondering around and watching fish. There's a parking next to it and a few places to eat. The photos I post can't show the real beauty of the place, so go and check it yourself 🤗

Very nice place to visit. Was quite packed, but it was a nice experience for us and our 16 months old

Great Aquarium for a 2-hour visit! Plenty of activities for kids, clean and tidy aquariums. The fish look healthy and well taken care of. The entrance fees are reasonable for what you can see and do. There are some booths for pictures, an area where you can touch mini-sharks (highly recommended, really cool experience also for kids as they cannot bite). Overall a nice experience and time well spent! Really educative especially with regards to sensibilisation to waste in the oceans.

Nice and modern sea aquarium. We were there during end of season and some items were not in use or was being cleaned. Fair money for value. Staff friendly and helpful. Highlight is are the baby sharks wich can be touched. That was a stunning experience. Interesting story of the monk seal. Visit is worth it.

Surprisingly big aquarium for a small town

It's still very popular in September! The little train, the only way to access the museum, was fully booked. The 4km round walk is straightforward, with information boards at regular intervals, each showing QR codes to get translations in English, Spanish, or German, if the French needed clarification. Alternatively, you could hire a bike, with the choice of 12km or 32km route.

Attention for bikers!!! The entry fee per person for the 12km is 22 EU! This price is nowhere to be seen in the front desk. The route is not well maintained and it is quite complicate to have an enjoyable ride here. I'll highly recommend to do only walking or take the train.

A very objective expression is that this place is worth visiting, it is truly magnificent. But it can only be three stars because the front desk staff or the cashiers here are really arrogant and impolite. It's as if we were begging them to give us a chance. Does working in this place make you feel like you are a god? I believe there are many friendly staff, but the reception is terrible. It might be better if it were modern, automated and unmanned.

It was a great visit. We took the 12 km tour on our own bicycles. I would recommend something with shock absorption for anyone trying to do the tour. be aware that there is no shadow apart from two little shelters. The landscape will transport you to a different world - life on Mars! The shop is okay. We have deducted one point as the kiosk only had very bad sandwiches. Given the name and frequency of visitors a little more effort on food would have been great.

Who'd ave thought that a salt flats could be such a tourist attraction. We took the land train around the site along with a commentary using a QR code. Very interesting and good fun running up a really halt especially the views over the water and of Aigues-Mortes' walled town. Worth a visit.

This is the place to see the pink salt lake and flamingos You can walk, cycle or take a train

The price for the walking tour is 9,40 euro per person whatever the age. There are only a few explanations in French, very redondant, no bench, no toilet during the tour and a lot of advertising. Staff is absolutely rude, they laugh at you if you cannot operate the gate where you have to scan your ticket. It's probably better to pay for the train tour but beware you have to book 3 days in advance.

It's definitely worth a visit just for the views alone. The walk around the walls are brilliant

Enjoyed the place. Immensely to know I'm walking through such history there

These grandiose ramparts belted the city of Aigues-Mortes and dominate the panorama on the Camargue and the Salin ! A 18th century fortified enclosure erected on the initiative of Louis IX. It is 1640 meters of ramparts surrounding the city and flanked by 10 doors and 6 towers. The Tower of Constance is one of the most majestic of the architecture of the Middle Ages. She is also sadly famous for having served Protestant Cévenolas as a prison from 1685.

A must see when in the area. Very well organised, super safe and yet super exciting. The walk along the tops of the city walls make a perfect loop around the town and includes four or five towers that you can go up for spectacular views of the surroundings. We did the walls first and then finished in the impressive Constance Tower which is the largest and oldest building, dating from 1248. Great memories and great value for money!

This is an intact medieval walled city, on the coastal plain of Provence. About 3/4 of the walled city is residential, about 1/4 is restaurants, and shops. It is amazing. Try the "Bull Stew with rice." There are several parking lots around the outside, the signs will tell you if there are spaces available. Pay at the machine before returning to your car, and scan the barcode on the receipt to open the gate to exit.

Fun walk around the ramparts of the town. It costs €8 per adult and children are free. Tickets can be purchased from the booth near the entrance. There was a small queue when we visited. It takes between 60 and 75 minutes to walk the perimeter.

Stunning place to visit and walk or ride around in a lovely town

Nice restaurant with view on the sea you can also rent really nice sunbeds during the day! The food was good quality but they don't have a lot of options. The presentation is good but the portions are small. The waiters are extremely nice and the chef came to see how we were doing witch was very nice and professional! Tip: book your sunbeds and table in advance or you won't have a seat. If it is full for the sunbeds try calling them the same day at 8 in the morning. Sometimes people cancel in the morning.

We had a wonderful evening at the Farniente restaurant. Good service en delicious food. We can absolutely recommend this place. We will definitely come back.

Really a super nice restaurant! Cool and comfortable! And the food was soooo tasty and the quantities were more than generous ( not so usual in France :)) The staff was also very very friendly and responsive. The food came very fast! We had: Les Couteaux, Sale et Fume, The Tartare and the Beef! All I highly recommend! Also you have to try the signature cocktail!

Very large quiet sandy beach with wharfs made of rocks. No services, but a posh restaurant / bar. Often windy!

I had a wonderful experince at Farniente plage! Very comfortable and beautiful thought through installations with nice music at the background. Fast service with very professional and polite stuff. Food was delicious!

The pork chops and sea food were outstanding. The atmosphere was very pleasant and the views calming. Dessert was over the top good.

It's a nice place to stay by the beach.. Shadow and cool. Grilled fish was good. Salad with goat cheese was good Baby meal was also ok. I dis not like the fish salad.. Otherwise, it's lovely to spend some time there

Highly recommend visiting to see the wonder of the flamingos! We saw hundreds of them - an awe-inspiring experience. There are a couple of circular walks recommended along well-maintained paths. Parking is just off the road and entrance was very good value. Use some bug spray and seeing some flamingos!

We came here on a trip and we did the smaller walk from 1 to 10 and back out the exit. We saw loads of wildlife, even a beaver! But the highlight of the show was these beautiful and colourful flamingos. I could have spent days at the park just watching and walking and taking my time but we had just short of 2 hours and we did the short walk comfortably enough. Would recommend to go and see the beautiful wildlife.

Definitely recommend this place, amazing views on beautiful birds, very informative and nice walk. Parking was a bit of a hassle, but there is space for everyone, just may need to walk a little. There is a shorter and a longer way, the short one took about 1,5h, longer one was said to be additional 2h. There were very nice tables and benches to rest, huts and observatories, a lunch area and a gift shop. You should definitely come and visit if you are in the area.

Aside from the car parking issue, which has been mentioned by several reviewers, the park was what you'd imagine it to be: a wildlife sanctuary for birds seeking refuge from harsh winters. Watching the flamingoes take flight was mesmerizing - so much so that we spent a good part of our time there watching the birds in the water. Be prepared to allocate time to wander about at a recreational pace. We had allocated one hour, and barely made it through half of the smaller route. That said, we utterly loved the short time spent and wished we had more time to see the park.

As a birder, it is a bit of a weird experience when you first get there (I visited twice in July). You pay a small entrance fee and the park only opens at 09:00. There a basically two sides to the park. One side that feels a bit like a zoo, with as many tourists as flamingo's, herons and egrets (some at less than a meter), and one side that actually are wetlands with bird hides. Despite the weird first impression, I would definitely recommend a visit if you are a birder. I would go back if I ever visit the area again. When I visited (late July) a lot of migratory waders like (spotted) redshanks, godwits, (marsh) sandpipers and a lot of terns (common, little, whiskered, gull billed) were present. Ebird checklists for the area give a good impression of the birds present in the park.

Amazing place to see birds and especially flamingos from a very short distance, accessible to strollers. Very unpleasant chemical toilets. Kiosk and souvenir shop at exorbitant prices

I have long wished to visit the Camargue to see the Flamingos and other wildlife and the Parc Orthinologie was a fantastic place to experience this. It is handily placed to Arles and well set up for visitors of all ages and abilities. Well worth a visit even when you have to travel half way around the world to get there.

We visited the remarkable Church of Notre-Dame-de-la-Mer in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, a small town about an hour by bus from Arles station. My first impression of this town was truly special—it felt almost dreamlike. I felt as if I were stepping into the legend of the Three Marys, who, according to tradition, landed here 2,000 years ago. Before my visit, I researched the church’s history and learned about the local Provençal poet and Nobel Prize winner, Frédéric Mistral, whose famous poem Mireio is deeply connected to this region. One of the most remarkable artists associated with this town is Vincent van Gogh. While living in Arles, he visited Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer and painted several masterpieces inspired by its unique scenery. The church holds all these incredible stories within its walls. I climbed to the rooftop, where I was rewarded with a breathtaking view of the town and the ocean in the background. If you’re a Christian or a Van Gogh enthusiast, this town is a must-visit. Even for travel bloggers, the experience is truly unforgettable, offering a journey through history, art, and faith.

This beautiful church, built in the 9th and 11th centuries on an old Gallo-Roman sanctuary, replaced an oratory that, according to legend, was erected by the Saints. This site was fortified in order to withstand attacks by the Saracens. Human figures can be seem emerging from the capitals decorated with plant motifs. The crypt (1448) houses Sarah, patron saint of Gypsies, covered with robes and coats. The boat of the Saints Marys is in the left alley of the church. The 4th BC century pagan altar in the crypt is also remarkable. Church of Our Lady of the Sea is the soul of the village. Legend has it that Sara was a young black slave with mysterious origins. She is said to have accompanied Marie Jacobé and Marie Salomé on their arrival in the Camargue. The latter would have been the first to welcome Jesus on European soil, during his journey to Egypt. Saint Sara is thus considered the patron saint of all travelers and itinerants. Today, the festival of Sainte Sara is one of Camargue’s must-see events. Every year, it attracts large numbers of visitors for the procession, mass and festivities. The chapel of Sainte Sara is located in the church of Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. It is an important place of worship and meditation for gypsies and pilgrims. Sainte Sara, also known as Kali sara la noire, has thus become a symbol of Camargue identity. It bears witness to the richness and cultural diversity of this region of southern France. . The town of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, is a Mecca for gypsy culture and the festival of Saint Sara each year in May ...

Incredible historic church with inspiring shrines and unique history. The people of the Camargue and the Romani people cherish this place, famous for its statues related to the lore of the Trois Maries and Sainte Sara. Annual festival from May 24-26 honors the statues and saints with Mass, music, and processions to the sea. An amazing place to visit with so much history and heart.

It's definitely recommended to visit the church and go up to the roof. It's really fascinating that you can climb up on the steep roof. Also you have a nice view over the city and if you are really lucky you might also see a few Flamingos.

A really neat seaside village with tremendous atmosphere. Many restaurants and cafes. Quite a lot of Spanish food options which we unfortunately did not get a chance to try.

Beautiful little church that honors the memory of Saints Marie and also Sara, allows you to go up and see all of Saintes Marie de la mer, a really nice place. Inside then there are all the ex votos of past centuries that are remembered in the showcases. The story that encloses the well of baptism inside the church is interesting, which was the only source of fresh water for the whole city in the past.

Climb the bell tower to sit on the roof and admire the surroundings - must do! As well as go down to the crypt to look at St. Sarah

Could have been great. But we were stuck in an hour demonstration show of bulls and horses. 45 minutes of the demonstration with a French man loving the sound of his voice and 15 minutes of the actual show. And translation for a massive German group of men. Very boring. A young bull jumped the low wall and her horn fell off, hanging and bloody. That did it for us. And the train ride was rickety, noisy with a the driver having to shout through the old speakers. Saw mainly mosquitoes and some swamp cows.. No

A very unique place and definitely must visit. You will enjoy every minute here. You can get a horse riding experience ( the place we asked was 45 euro pp for 2 hours, but they we closed that day). Very peaceful and quiet and very beautiful.

Beautiful bird sanctuary with a many flamingo ponds. The park has a short walk and a slightly longer 'wilder' wetland area. Lots of horses running around as well. Great place to bring children. Loved it.

This place is a wetland paradise for birds and other wildlife. The whole area is also steeped in history with fantastic places to visit We stayed for 5 days but wish it was longer.

Magnificent, majestic in all it's splender. We visited the horses, the bulls, flamingo's, herons of all sorts, even saw nutria (beaver rats). It was very quiet (tourists) compared to previous years, but nature flourishes as never before. We will return to absorb all the beautiful sights.

Beautiful park between the Rhône Delta and Mediterranean sea. We went there to see the sea, visit the ornithological park and go horse riding. Everything is very close by and quite well preserved. We were however a bit sad to see that there was a lot of plastic pollution on the sea. We spent some time collecting plastic on the beach and it was easily. It's easy to find restaurants or shops in Saintes-Marie-de-la-Mer and it's fairly close from a lot of things in Camargue. We went there end of October and the weather was perfect, but I heard that summer times can be quite tough with mosquitoes and heat.

Beautiful natural reserve with a multitude of different birds, many flamingos, white horses and typical black bulls. The hiking trails are mainly on large roads, more suitable for mountain bikes.

Very interesting place. I went there because of the combined ticket (pass), and left impressed by the incredible collection gathered in this museum! Must visit to understand the great past of this area.

Prob the highlight of my 4 hours in Arles. This museum is small enough to not get bored. And it has a good amount of well preserved cool artifacts like the barge or the different busts.

One of the best ancient museums in the south of France. The place is rich at unique historical exhibits including a huge original boat which was found on the bottom of the lake nearby. I do recommend buying a city pass as it provides a very good discount for this museum and several monuments as well as other museums.

Many amazing objects displayed, sadly only 10% with English text explained, the rest French. We took the English audio guide, which was a disaster. An old woman with a shaky British accent, talking very old fashioned...it was painful to hear. Her text was also so unexciting. There are only 19 tracks, but like +1000 objects are displayed in the museum. Better not to use it at all and just look around. The boat is the masterpiece of the museum, for that 4 stars

Beautiful museum to visit. It shows the Roman history of Arles and its position as port in ancient times. It's cheap too if you use the combi ticket to visit other monuments in Arles. Most text is in French only, but there are some important texts that are also in English and there is an English folder to give context to the rooms and objects.

An interesting museum going into the background of the Romans. Probably one to two hours of wandering. Some amazing mosaics from floors of villas along with a wooden boat that was actually pulled up from the bottom of the Rhône. A bit tuned towards French but enough English for us to understand. Nice stop.

Easily the best museum on the city pass. The museum is a little far from the city center, but definitely worth the journey. The display of ancient artifacts from the region is impressive and the museum itself is a modern and really well lit building. The information about the boat that was found in the sediment of the Rhone river is very interesting, just learning about how they unearthed it via scuba diving is really cool.

Standing in the quiet winter garden where Van Gogh once poured out his passion… Unlike the vivid petals bursting with color in Van Gogh’s paintings, the garden at Espace Van Gogh in January was hushed — life seeming to hold its breath in the cold. But still, there was something powerful about being here. I was standing in the very place where his artistic fire once burned so brightly. Arles in winter felt peaceful, humble, yet filled with an invisible spark — a city where everyday simplicity and artistic spirit quietly coexisted. And oh, the weather! After shivering my way through icy Avignon, Arles welcomed me with the kind of soft, sunny warmth that felt like a blessing. 💛

In the heart of Arles lies Hôtel-Dieu, once a sanctuary for Van Gogh, now a garden of memory and light. The cloisters hum softly with the ghosts of brushstrokes; the flowers bloom as if still posing for him. There is no grandeur here, only grace. A tender silence clings to the air, inviting you not to look, but to feel. One leaves not dazzled, but gently moved. A place where art once healed….and perhaps still does.

We always pass by the Espace Van Gogh whenever we are in Arles. The space is preserved nicely. When it's not really crowded and the weather fits the scenery, you get that feeling of being right were the artist was 130 years ago. There are always temporary exhibitions in the rooms around the garden, usually from school students under the guidance of local artists and school teachers and they are always quite interesting. Kids love seeing art created by other children and students. The souvenir shops are also a nice opportunity to buy some van Gogh items and they have a huge variety for all ages.

beautiful, where u can find nice vangogh gifts and also i really enjoy the garden

We went there as Van Gogh spent some time there after he cut off his ear. He painted some scenes whilst there. I thought it was a beautiful space with a garden which remains very much the way he painted it. There’s an extensive souvenir shop there. Entry to the space is complimentary.

Makes you go back on time to see what Van Gogh did and feel.

Quite disappointed in this space as it just seemed to house tourist shops and a restaurant. There was no public area to sit and enjoy the view of the tiny garden. Other reviews showed the pond in the centre of the garden with water in it, but today it was empty. The planting of flowers was pretty, but I wouldn't go out of my way to visit... we were simply in the area. Trading off the name Van Gogh and this one just missed the mark for us.

Although it is not artistically decorated like many churches in Europe, considering its construction year, it feels even more majestic.

This huge old church has been built with the most beautiful architectural design and detailed sculptures. It's been maintained and preserved amazingly! So much history. A true gem of Arles. No tickets needed. It's in the very heart of the city's Old Town square, Place de la Republique.

Nice cathedral, very high, very stately. Beautiful mason work near the entrance. Nice for a quick visit.

In a small town with so many epic buildings , this holds its own. Entry is from the beautiful squarer of a place de La Republic. next to the Hotel De Ville and the cloisters. Get the ticket that allows you access to all the showstoppers. Well worth it.

Don't come Sunday morning and expect to tour church or take pictures inside. Outside sculptures are fantastic. Beautiful square too.

The Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church is a stunning architectural gem, with construction dating back to the 12th century. While some of the tapestries may appear faded, this only adds to the church's charm and historical allure. A notable feature is the vast collection of relics of saints, securely locked away behind metal bars in a church alcove, offering a glimpse into the religious significance of the site. Like many churches in France, Saint-Trophime is adorned with numerous statues and paintings depicting standard components of Christianity, contributing to its beauty and spiritual atmosphere. Overall, a very beautiful and enriching visit for those interested in history and religious art.

Stunning, the artwork and history are amazing

If you're interested in Roman architecture, this is a must-visit. I loved that you can walk through every part of the theatre and really feel the history beneath your feet. The stones still carry traces of Roman craftsmanship — it's like stepping back in time. An unforgettable experience for history lovers.

This is very interesting if you're in Arles, we visited around Mid- June and it was not that busy but definitely active amongst the town. The town itself had a lovely feel to it and it has a lot of history behind it which is so so interesting to delve into. It is definitely worth a stop if you ever find yourself in Arles as there is a walking route with so much information and history behind it. The town itself carries so much meaning behind each monument.

I discovered this place accidentally when I was walking through the park to its south (getting some euros from the post office ATM). Wow so amazing! Hard to believe something like this survives into the 21st Century in such good condition. Love how the Europeans maintain and utilise these sites, incorporating them into Modern Life. The Romans' achievements are mind boggling. This is a very cool place I would love to see a performance here. Unfortunately I have to leave today. It made me think of the Shelley poem Ozymandias I met a traveller from an antique land, Who said—“Two vast and trunkless legs of stone Stand in the desert. . . . Near them, on the sand, Half sunk a shattered visage lies, whose frown, And wrinkled lip, and sneer of cold command, Tell that its sculptor well those passions read Which yet survive, stamped on these lifeless things, The hand that mocked them, and the heart that fed; And on the pedestal, these words appear: My name is Ozymandias, King of Kings; Look on my Works, ye Mighty, and despair! Nothing beside remains. Round the decay Of that colossal Wreck, boundless and bare The lone and level sands stretch far away.”

Great place for a gig or just in general if you're into Roman architecture. Seats do not have cushions or back rest so bring some padding if you intend to be seated for any time.

If you’re going to the theatre in Arles then I imagine you’re going to go to the amphitheatre as well. So: if you don’t know already, for €11 you can buy a ticket which gets you into both. Good value. As for the theatre, It’s good but not great. It’s quite small and you’re pretty much free to wander where you like. Beyond that there’s not much to add. It’s pretty much what you would expect. But worth seeing. Practical note: we rocked up in Arles assuming that there would be big signs everywhere saying “Roman Stuff This Way!”, but it’s really not like that at all. It takes a little finding.

Fairly boring theatre compared to the arena next door. Buy a combi ticket to get this one off your bucket list, but don't make a detour just for this one.

It’s pretty small not that worth visiting if you don’t spend too much time in Arles. It’s a shame that there’s not much introduction for this place. If you stay the whole day in Arles, you can still visit it with the ticket (€11 for arena+theater) or you won’t have many things to visit. Arles is a small calm village.

Impressive Roman Amphitheater built around 90 CE when the Flavian dynasty ruled in Rome and Domitian was emperor. Not surprisingly the arena was modelled after the Flavian Amphitheater aka Colloseum in Rome. It could hold 20.000 spectators who would watch brutal gladiator games and fights with wild animals. When the western Roman empire had collapsed in the 5th century CE it became a fortess with four towers of which two survived. In medieval times there were even 200 houses, squares and chapels built inside making it a town within a town Like with other arenas large steel structures are built inside with seating for spectators taking away most of the original atmosphere.

Beautiful, beautiful history. The architectural details are absolutely stunning—I can’t believe this has stood for so many years! It truly takes your breath away. It looks just like the Colosseum in Rome. Timeless, majestic, and unforgettable.

I was fortunate to attend Arles Rice Festival in mid- September and celebrated the Camargue rice harvest. I saw the traditional Provençal bullfight, course camarguaise in the Arles Amphitheatre. It's not Spanish Bullfight so no bulls were killed. The Arles Amphitheatre was fascinating and there are many events in the summer time so you can experience the Arles Amphitheatre.

We were in Arles for a photography festival. The festival was pretty diverse in themes, thus might interest a large number of people. The added bonus is that we were able to see spots as festival locations we would miss if we were to stick to main tourist attractions. Arles is a very old Roman city worth visiting.

Stayed at the local campsite. Very cheap to get into the city. The day we went all the museums were free. The amphitheatre and collusseum were worth the price alone. Beautiful and so easy to access.

Incredible to think this structure has stood for over 2,000 years definitely worth seeing from the outside. Going inside, however, is a bit underwhelming. There isn’t much to look at, and the lack of information or context means your visit will likely be very quick!

Spectacularly intact Roman arena. Well worth visiting and the combination ticket to visit some of the other historical sites was a good value option. Not much in the way of interpretation panels, just a few on the way in, then enjoy the arena

Very interesting enjoyable experience with this small train. It goes around all famous places in the old town of Avignon. You will be excited about the professionalism of the train’ driver who manages to drive 3 carriages in the very tiny streets, which are too smalls even for people. Trains leave every 30 minutes from the main square next to the Pape Palace from 9am (first train) till 20:00 (the last train during summer period). The ride takes about 45 minutes.

I’ve been visiting Avignon for several years. There are many historic sites that are worth seeing. But it’s also interesting to wander off the beaten path, on back streets and alley ways, and enjoy normal life scenes.

Adorable shop associated with ticket sales for double decker bus and tourist train in town. The shop lady was aloof and stated she spoke no English. Odd for a business titled “Visite Avignon.” Was the most unwelcoming experience during our week here in town. Left immediately after this encounter.

Booked the 10am bus tour and arrived at 9h45. They never opened. Came back at noon, still not open. Only when I requested a refund did someone get back to me to say the bus had an accident. Very poor customer service. It seems this is not the first time they've let people down without notice either, looking at other online reviews.

Great way to see the town in one condensed version. Amicable and pleasant driver. Enjoyed it so much we did it a second time down days later! Kick back and see all there is to see... recommended!

Very friendly driver and great route to see the highlights when traveling with my elderly mother. Highly recommend this 45 minute ride.

One star is even too much for this. Not interesting, just a few (historically) informations (could be much more) and the poor informations aren’t well connected. Wouldn’t recommend, got the informations I desired now from Wikipedia.

To be honest I cannot say I liked it! Lots of people, they check your bags. The same way to go to the gardens but when we bought tickets no one told us the gardens are closed for 2 years already. They have toilet in the corner. Views much better from the castle. Maybe 🤔 from another side of the river view much better.

You're telling me I have to pay to walk on a bridge that doesn't even go the full way across the river it is built on? Do you know how many bridges I have crossed--for free--that DO fully cross their respective river? EVERY OTHER BRIDGE I HAVE EVER CROSSED. It does offer a nice view of the city, at least.

Lovely remains of a bridge on which you can walk and learn about it, the Rhone, and the Avignon Popes -- proceed included in your ticket for the Palais des Papes.

Definitely worth a visit! The entrance is only €5, and although the audio guide can be a bit confusing at times, the visit is still very worthwhile. The video about the reconstruction is especially interesting and clearly explained. In short: a small price for a rich and unique experience!

Currently have a cool art installation in addition to the ancient partial bridge. Watch your steps! Coming down some stairs , I landed wrong and pulled something in my hip/glute; still uncomfortable after almost a week.

The Bridge in the Nowhere — because, well, it’s not exactly taking you anywhere anymore! But that’s part of the charm of the Pont Saint-Bénézet, a historic bridge in Avignon that stands proudly as a symbol of the city, even though it no longer spans the Rhône River entirely. Fun Facts: • The bridge originally had 22 arches, but now only four remain. The missing arches were destroyed over time due to floods and natural wear. • Saint Bénézet, after whom the bridge is named, was a shepherd who, according to legend, was told by God to build the bridge. He supposedly carried a large stone across the river by himself to prove his divine mission. • The bridge is also famously featured in the popular French song “Sur le Pont d’Avignon,” which has made it internationally recognizable. This beautiful structure is a marvelous sight, offering a peaceful stroll across the remaining arches. The view of the Rhône River and the surrounding city is stunning, and the serene walk gives you a sense of stepping back in time. You can almost imagine how it must have felt centuries ago when the bridge was a vital crossing point connecting the north and south of the river. As for the history, the Pont Saint-Bénézet dates back to the 12th century and was a critical part of medieval trade routes. Over time, however, it fell victim to both natural disasters and warfare, leaving only a few of its arches still standing. Despite the passage of time, the bridge remains a powerful reminder of the city’s medieval significance and the ingenuity of its builders. Admission is €5 for adults, and it’s free for those under 18. For visitors over 64, there is a discounted rate — €4.

Good day outing activity. One bridge and chapel in the middle with historic importance to avignion. You need to buy the ticket the price doesn't justify it . However beautiful on a sunny day out . If you have a plan to go to palace de Pope which you should do ....they will seel combo tickets where you will find tickets couple of euros cheaper . Give yourself 3 hours for descent exploration for both attractions. Do not each musesls and french fries from any of the shops nearby . It's all pre cooked and served cold . We wasted money in 2 different occasions. Do good research and enjoy lunch . Book in advance as place is very popular.

An interesting, if slightly disappointing, point of interest. The structure is amazing. A palace and fortress, it commands your attention. However, the interior is sterile. No furniture, tapestries, or frescoes. Only a couple chambers with faded wall coloration. Without the current art exhibition it would be largely colorless. The tour is also relatively short. There must be large sections not accessible to the public. The garden is neat and well cared for, but small. With all this in mind, it is still worth visiting for its historical significance and the architecture. Note: the iPad guidance is quite good. Take time to read the information boards placed throughout the tour. Get tickets in advance online for a timed entry.

Everything is massive in this fortress and palace at the same time that was built in two stages. The Old Palace (1335–1342) built by Pope Benedict XII and the New Palace (1342–1352) Pope Clement VI, the Magnificent. It's one of the largest medieval gothic buildings in Europe. Seven successive French popes resided here between 1309 and 1377, fleeing the political turmoil and insecurity in Rome, When you enter you get a Histopad which is a handy tablet which you can use to navigate through the building. A nice feature is the historic overlay that you activate by scanning a logos in the different rooms. The overlay then shows the situation as it would be in 1352, the year of completion of the palace and the Papal Conclave and Election of Innocent VI after Pope Clement VI died. The rather dull interiors are brightend a bit by modern art. The garden is small and really not worth the extra money you hsve to pay to visit it. It took me two hours to see all the rooms and climb up to the ramparts to get a view of the surrounding area. Oh, and the taste in the 14th century is different from today. Roasted peacock anyone? And a glass of Chateau-Neuf-du-Pape ?

A disrespectful use of this unique historic monument, reduced to a playground for some contemporary artist. The two stars go for the historic significance of this monument and the indeed impressive structure. Unfortunately, it seemed to us that the team assigned with managing this monument was decided to cut any ties to what they must have considered to be embarrassing art from the era when the Palais was at its finest: they basically degraded the Palais des Papes to an exhibition center of contemporary artist Jean-Michel Othoniel. Fact is that none of the visitors went to “Palace of the Popes” to see some modern art exhibition. Instead of investing the money to maintain the rooms and gardens, they managed to destroy the experience. You can’t possibly feel the vibe of the place while constantly being distracted, intruded and violated by some pieces of art, which are basically in the wrong place. The tour is a bit chaotic but we got it sorted out by asking the helpful personnel. The tablets - initially I thought a good idea - turned out to be a semi-functioning annoyance (have to carry it around, too heavy to sit on the neck). I would rather enjoy the monument by “breathing it in”, look at it in awe, not keep scrolling on a tablet. Most signs with explanations were in French. If someone does not appreciate the Christian history, the religious art of that time or might even be embarrassed by all of those uncool people of that period, they probably shouldn’t be involved with managing this site. Let them run a modern art gallery: I would gladly visit it. But just as when I go to the MOMA I don’t expect it to be full of medieval religious art, when I go to the Palace of the Popes I probably don’t expect it to be full of modern art. This here is unworthy: Show some respect to the history and significance of this place and the people who created it. This is not just another playground. Please!

Fascinating collection of buildings in Avignon detailing the time of the 'Avignon Popes' in France. I found the Histopad guide wasn't particularly helpful, but the rest of the displays were great. Interesting artwork integrated throughout. The gardens were especially nice.

Very interesting. So much better than the crazy tourist traffic and the hundreds of tour groups you have to wade through to see the Sistine Chapel. Low fees, no lines, very little crowding, and amazing history. Definitely a not to miss site. We visited the palace, gardens and bridge.

Particularly impressive. The exhibition was interesting alongside the impressive building. You get a tablet with explanations in adapted language and there are explanations. The signage inside the buildings was a bit problematic and sometimes the tablet got stuck and didn't work well, but overall it was lovely.

Magnificent structure. Steeped in history. There is information in every room. You also get a tablet to read about whatever room your in. Would recommend everyone to visit. The garden are quite small but interesting.

A bit difficult to find the entry point. You have to exit the walled part of the city on the north side and find the stairs leading up to the garden and lookout. Currently not wheelchair accessible. Hardly anyone there. It would be a peaceful spot to have a picnic or read a book overlooking the Rhône. Currently some parts are fenced off, and the area looks a bit rundown. There is a great semicircular tiled map indicating important landmarks visible on the horizon and in the environs. However some of the trees have grown so tall you can't see the landmarks!

Absolutely stunning garden do not miss. Giant Koi swim in the waters and the fountains are absolutely lovely. One of the best sites to visit in the City.

Jardin des Doms is a true gem in Avignon, offering a serene and picturesque escape from the city's hustle and bustle. Perched on a hill, this beautiful garden provides breathtaking panoramic views of the Rhône River, the iconic Pont d’Avignon, and the surrounding landscapes. The garden itself is meticulously maintained, with well-tended lawns, colorful flowerbeds, and charming shaded pathways. It’s the perfect place to take a leisurely stroll, relax on a bench, or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. The layout is both elegant and inviting, making it a wonderful spot for a quiet moment of reflection or a leisurely picnic. One of the standout features of Jardin des Doms is the stunning views it offers. From the garden, you can capture some of the best photo opportunities in Avignon, with the city’s historic landmarks beautifully framed against the backdrop of lush greenery. The garden is also home to several statues and fountains, adding to its charm and providing interesting focal points throughout your visit. It’s clear that a lot of care and effort goes into preserving the garden’s beauty and ensuring that visitors have a memorable experience.

After a short-ish climb you get to see such a beautiful garden and a gorgeous view over Avignon! Remember to try the chocolate cake at the cafe of the garden, and look for the birds and the fish

A beautiful park perch high on top of the hill with great views to the bridge and the Pope's Palace. Lots of space for people to enjoy picnics and to just soak in the sunshine and atmosphere. The white swans are also beautiful.

These are lovely gardens just beyond the Cathedral and almost to easy to miss altogether. There are some stunning views of the bridge and river as well as an interesting exhibition of enlarged black and white photographs dotted around the gardens. There is a delightful cafe in the middle of the grounds alongside a water feature making it a great place to have a sit down whilst having a competitively priced coffee.

This is the most beautiful garden in Avignon, that you can access the bridge. But going up was not easy. Use the access road near the palas papes. Quiete amazing view of the city. I was lucky to capture one of the ducks at the fountain. It's beautiful. Overall its a nice place to visit.