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

Gordes

Full Day Best of Provence Tour from Avignon

AU$213
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Best of Provence Tour from Avignon
From Avignon: Full-Day Best of Provence Tour

From Avignon: Full-Day Best of Provence Tour

AU$213
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Avignon: Full-Day Best of Provence Tour
From Marseille: Provence Sightseeing Tour and Wine Tasting

From Marseille: Provence Sightseeing Tour and Wine Tasting

AU$300
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Marseille: Provence Sightseeing Tour and Wine Tasting
Roman Sites and Historical Places Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon

Roman Sites and Historical Places Day Trip from Avignon

AU$293
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Roman Sites and Historical Places Day Trip from Avignon
Avignon Walking Tour Including Skip-the-Line Entrance to the Pope's Palace

Avignon Walking Tour including Pope's Palace

AU$123
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Avignon Walking Tour including Pope's Palace
From Avignon: Châteauneuf du Pape and Luberon Tour with Wine

Avignon: Full-Day Châteauneuf du Pape Wines & Luberon Tour

AU$293
per adult
Avignon: Full-Day Châteauneuf du Pape Wines & Luberon Tour
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Our pick of the best Avignon City Centre Hotel Deals

Hotel de l'Horloge

Hotel de l'Horloge

4 out of 5
1 Rue Felicien David, Place De I Horloge, Avignon, Vaucluse
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$238 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$238
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (999 reviews)
"Wonderful location, Inside old city walls and very near Papal palace. Excellent breakfasts, nice bathroom and bedroom. We loved everything. Secured internet! Walk or taxi everywhere"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Hotel de l'Horloge
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (755 reviews)
"We liked our superior twin room as it was very spacious for 2 travellers. The air conditioning was needed and worked well. The bathroom could’ve done with some renovation but everything was okay. There was no safe. The breakfast was good and we loved the French bread and butter. Location was perfect ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

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Regina Hotel
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! (687 reviews)
"The laundry wasn’t working but the staff was helpful finding a laundromat close by. Also the website said it had a fitness center and parking but here is no fitness center and parking was not at the hotel. The roads close at noon for cars so we had to park, walk in to the hotel and then go back out ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

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Central Hotel
Hotel d'Europe

Hotel d'Europe

5 out of 5
12 Place Crillon, Avignon, Vaucluse
The price is AU$1,089 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$1,089
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Avignon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (721 reviews)
Marvelous experience
"What a hotel. Long history with high luxury and many prominent guests. It is a quiret hotel where you can bee relaxed from day one. Marvelous breakfast. Unfortunately the restaurant had closed during our stay, so we must come back another time."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Hotel d'Europe
Bristol Hotel

Bristol Hotel

4 out of 5
44 Cours Jean Jaures, Avignon, Vaucluse
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 in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (992 reviews)
"Very well-located hotel, very close to the train, and very clean. The only issue is that the shower is quite high for elderly people."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

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Bristol Hotel
Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe

Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe

6 Route de Lyon, Avignon, Vaucluse
The price is AU$96 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$96
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,088 reviews)
"Excellent location for exploring Avignon, supermarket next door for all supplies needed. Helpful reception staff. Very tight entrance to underground carpark for larger cars."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe
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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 Rue des Teinturiers and Avignon Festival.

Rocade Nord
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Quartier Nord

Quartier Nord might not have many top sights, but Rue des Teinturiers and City Walls 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 Rue des Teinturiers and Avignon Cathedral, 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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