Couple seated in front of the Petit Palais museum. Credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'AilleursCouple seated in front of the Petit Palais museum. Credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
©Couple seated in front of the Petit Palais museum. Credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs|Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs

Lovers' getaway - 3 experiences for two in Avignon

Want to surprise your loved one? Avignon is the perfect destination for a romantic getaway. Imagine a romantic getaway with its heritage, strolls through the charming cobbled streets of the historic center, sunset over the Rhône and a gourmet dinner for two… Here’s a selection of activities to enjoy as a couple for an unforgettable stay in the City of the Popes!


First experience

A romantic stroll through the city center

As well as the famous Palais des Papes and Pont d’Avignon, for which Avignon is famous the world over, it’s a delight to lose yourself hand-in-hand in the medieval streets of the inner city. Rue des Teinturiers is one of Avignon’s most picturesque and poetic spots. You’ll love strolling along the cobblestones to discover the paddlewheels so typical of the city’s industrial past, and strolling along the Sorgue canal in the shade of majestic plane trees. Not far from there, the little garden of Sainte-Claire on rue Pétramale, sheltered from prying eyes, holds the memory of the meeting of Laure de Noves and the poet Petrarch… a romantic stopover in the heart of the old town. Good to know: every year in February, Avignon Tourisme offers a romantic guided stroll through the city, following in the footsteps of the famous loves of which Avignon was the scene: Avignon in love.


Second experience: An intimate dinner

...In an exceptional location

A moment for two inevitably means a gourmet break in a fine restaurant. Avignon has many fine restaurants to satisfy the taste buds of epicureans. Why not take the opportunity to enjoy a gourmet meal in a Michelin-starred restaurant such as La Mirande. Chef Florent Pietravalle offers elegant, refined cuisine in an exceptional setting, a former cardinal’s livery nestled at the foot of the Palais des Papes.


...On the Rhône

If you’re in the mood for a romantic dinner on the water, why not embark on an Avignon discovery cruise? It’s a different way of seeing the city, and a unique experience! Are you a wine lover? Enjoy a glass of wine on the terrace, where the lapping of the water and the breathtaking view of the city promise a wonderful evening.


...On a secret and romantic square

Place Saint-Pierre: a place for two. Secretly one of Avignon’s smallest squares, it’s also undoubtedly one of the most beautiful. It offers one of the most intimate settings next to the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica. A magical, tranquil setting just a stone’s throw from the papal palace. Piazza della Principale: peace and intimacy. Mineral and beautiful, time seems to stand still. It’s the ideal place to enter the magic of Avignon: history is shared with the privileged few who sit on the terrace facing the Pénitents Blancs chapel.


Third experiment

Taking time to relax...

Looking for a moment of relaxation with your other half? Here’s the ideal place for a wellness break: the Novaspa. This place of harmony and calm offers a sauna, hammam, jacuzzi, detox area and herbal tea room. The perfect way to end the day! If you decide to take a longer break, the Auberge de Cassagne, a superb bastide on the outskirts of Avignon, will delight you. The establishment boasts a unique 500 m2 spa: heated indoor pool, overflow Jacuzzi, eucalyptus hammam, sauna, chromotherapy shower, fitness room… and of course massages. There’s no better way to get away from it all and relax! Discover more moments of well-being: https://avignon-tourisme.com/en/well-being/

So go ahead, declare your love for Avignon!

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