Museums and private mansions walk

Discover emblematic museums and mansions steeped in history, and immerse yourself in the art and architecture that have shaped the city. An immersive cultural experience awaits you around every corner. Join us for an enriching exploration of Avignon's heritage. Your itinerary begins on Rue de la République, where every paving stone echoes with the history of this Provencal city. Head for the Musée Lapidaire, nestled in the Galerie des Antiques of the Musée Calvet. Explore exceptional Greek, Roman, Gallo-Roman and Paleo-Christian collections, offering a journey back in time through these fascinating civilizations. Take Rue du Laboureur to the Musée Angladon, an artistic gem housed in a private mansion. Admire masterpieces from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries, testifying to the artistic splendor that has spanned the ages. Continue on to the Livrée Ceccano, the former palace of a 14th-century cardinal, now the municipal library. Arrive at the picturesque Place Saint-Didier and discover the Church of Saint-Didier, built in the 14th century in the Provencal Gothic style. Cross Rue du Roi René to reach the recently renovated Hôtel Berthon de Crillon, before soaking up the atmosphere of Rue des Fourbisseurs. The Place de l'Horloge welcomes you with its terraces and cafés, while the Maison Jean Vilar, housed in the Hôtel de Crochans dating from 1330, tells a unique cultural story. The Opéra Grand Avignon, built in the 19th century, is watched over by the imposing statues of Molière and Corneille. Explore the 19th-century Hôtel de Ville, surrounding the 14th-century Tour du Jacquemart, before strolling down Rue du Collège du Roure, bordered by the majestic Palais du Roure, former Hôtel de Baroncelli-Javon. Continue along rue Saint-Agricol to discover the Church of Saint-Agricol, built in the 14th century on a Roman base. Immerse yourself in the charm of the Quartier des Antiquaires along rue Petite Fusterie, where 17th and 18th century mansions abound. Rue Saint-Etienne N°18, the "Maison aux Ballons", recalls the place where Joseph de Montgolfier is said to have had the idea of inventing balloons. Place Crillon unveils the Ancienne Comédie, a former 18th-century theater, while Rue Joseph Vernet guides you to private mansions, boutiques and antique shops. Explore the Chapelle de l'Oratoire, an 18th-century Baroque masterpiece, before diving into the Musée Vouland, a charming 19th-century townhouse opening onto a peaceful garden. Rue Joseph Vernet reveals the magnificent Musée Calvet, an 18th-century townhouse, followed by the Museum Requien, housed in another 18th-century townhouse, dedicated to natural history and founded by Esprit Requien. Rue Violette leads to the Collection Lambert, a contemporary art museum based on a donation by collector Yvon Lambert. End your tour at the former Cloître Saint Louis, a group of 17th-century buildings built around a cloister. It houses the offices of the Festival d'Avignon and hosts captivating exhibitions. Every point of interest on this walk offers a deep dive into history, art and culture, making this exploration an unforgettable Avignon experience!