Boy sitting on the Barthelasse facing the Pont d'Avignon. Credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'AilleursBoy sitting on the Barthelasse facing the Pont d'Avignon. Credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
©Boy sitting on the Barthelasse facing the Pont d'Avignon. Credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs|Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs

Take a break during the festival

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In between shows and to escape the hustle and bustle of the Festival, there’s nothing like getting away from it all for a few hours. Want to take a nap or just relax? The lawns of the city’s gardens and parks are just waiting for you. Do you prefer cycling or hiking? There are several itineraries to choose from, all within easy reach of the city center.

Swimming spots

Whether you love butterfly breaststroke, backstroke or just want to relax and gaze at the azure sky, Avignon has just what you’re looking for!

Our selection to recharge your batteries

Sleep in peace

Hotel Restaurant la Ferme
Hotel Restaurant la Ferme
L'Oréliane in Provence
L'Oréliane in Provence
Les Airis and Mazet des Amants
Les Airis and Mazet des Amants

Setting sail

Romantic view of Avignon from La BarthelasseRomantic view of Avignon from La Barthelasse
©Romantic view of Avignon from La Barthelasse|Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
A la Française Provence!Avignon & Palace of the Popes Tour
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Avignon Prestige TourLuberon tour
A drink in the gardens of the Palais des Papes (alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health) - Photo credit: Olivier Tresson / Avignon TourismeA drink in the gardens of the Palais des Papes (alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health) - Photo credit: Olivier Tresson / Avignon Tourisme
©A drink in the gardens of the Palais des Papes (alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health) - Photo credit: Olivier Tresson / Avignon Tourisme|Olivier Tresson / Avignon Tourisme
L'Echo de ProvenceVineyard tour
The façade of the Arles bullring - Photo credit: Baptiste / PexelsThe façade of the Arles bullring - Photo credit: Baptiste / Pexels
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Avignon CitypassBenefit from the destination at the price
Earn more than 57€ on the tourist attractions of the City of Papes, direct access to museums and monuments of Avignon and Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, discounts on your visiting guides and certain places. Activities, as well as your favorite station 24 or 48 hours!

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The perfect festival-goer’s guide
The atmosphere at the Festival OFF d'Avignon - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'AilleursThe atmosphere at the Festival OFF d'Avignon - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
©The atmosphere at the Festival OFF d'Avignon - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs|Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleur
Festival OFF
The OFF Festival on the square in front of the Palais des Papes in Avignon - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'AilleursThe OFF Festival on the square in front of the Palais des Papes in Avignon - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
©The OFF Festival on the square in front of the Palais des Papes in Avignon - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs|Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
Festivals all year round
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Avignon in july concentrated theater
Kirill Serebrennikov's Le Moine Noir at the Festival d'Avignon in the Palais des Papes - Photo credit: Christophe Raynaud de Lage / Festival d'AvignonKirill Serebrennikov's Le Moine Noir at the Festival d'Avignon in the Palais des Papes - Photo credit: Christophe Raynaud de Lage / Festival d'Avignon
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The Avignon Festival
The atmosphere at Avignon's OFF Festival - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'AilleursThe atmosphere at Avignon's OFF Festival - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
©The atmosphere at Avignon's OFF Festival - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs|Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
Where to go out during the festival?
Boy sitting on the Barthelasse facing the Pont d'Avignon. Credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'AilleursBoy sitting on the Barthelasse facing the Pont d'Avignon. Credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
©Boy sitting on the Barthelasse facing the Pont d'Avignon. Credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs|Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
Faire une pause pendant le festival
Kirill Serebrennikov's Le Moine Noir at the Festival d'Avignon in the Palais des Papes - Photo credit: Christophe Raynaud de Lage / Festival d'AvignonKirill Serebrennikov's Le Moine Noir at the Festival d'Avignon in the Palais des Papes - Photo credit: Christophe Raynaud de Lage / Festival d'Avignon
©Kirill Serebrennikov's Le Moine Noir at the Festival d'Avignon in the Palais des Papes - Photo credit: Christophe Raynaud de Lage / Festival d'Avignon|Christophe Raynaud de Lage / Festival d’Avignon
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