Palais des Papes - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'AilleursThe residence of 14th-century popes and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is the largest Gothic palacein the world (15,000 square metres, equivalent to the volume of 4 Gothic cathedrals). It houses more than ten rooms, including the Pope’s private flats and the fabulous mural decorations by Italian artist Matteo Giovannetti.
View of Avignon then the Gard
Facade of the Palais des Papes
Papal Gardens
Palais des Papes with petunias from a terraceFrom the ceremonial rooms and cloisters to the Pope’s private flats and his precious frescoes, the Palais des Papes is an ideal place to visit thanks to Histopad. Use this tablet to travel back in time and discover the Palace as it was at the time of the Popes. Augmented reality will plunge you into the heart of the history of Avignon and the world.
The gardens of the Palais des Papes now offer an exceptional place to stroll, combining relaxation, the beauty of plants and historical immersion. Carefully restored, they offer a unique insight into this UNESCO World Heritage site. These gardens are more than just places to stroll: they tell the story of history, evoke the daily life of the Popes and offer unsuspected views of the monument.
The papal gardens of the Palais des Papes - Photo credit: De Beaux Lents Demains
The papal gardens of the Palais des Papes - Photo credit: De Beaux Lents Demains
Photo of the glass given away during the "Un verre aux jardins" event, organized by Avignon Tourisme - Photo credit: Olivier Tresson / Avignon Tourisme
The gardens of the Palais des Papes from above - Photo credit: Franck Mariotti / Avignon Tourisme220 works, including 160 previously unseen, in 10 emblematic locations in the city of Avignon.
The Canzonière by Petrarch, who lived in Avignon, is dedicated to his lost love; it is a monument of universal literature, both sentimental and conceptual, imbued with great lyrical abstraction. Jean-Michel Othoniel has chosen it as the guiding thread for his exhibition, creating a poetic world dominated by infinite, concise, abstract and marvellous reasoning. The exhibition unfolds like a long sonnet, an adventure punctuated by stations and amorous pilgrimages, all the while leaving room for humour.
Studio OthonielThe cultural influence and heritage of the City of the Popes, its ideal location in the heart of Provence and its comfortable hotel facilities make it an ideal destination and a privileged venue for hosting exceptional events. The Convention Centre, located in the heart of the Palais des Papes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a unique venue on a human scale. Discover the charm of its 16 rooms to organise meetings, professional gatherings, gala dinners, exhibitions, activities or exceptional events.
