Avignon 4 Day Itinerary

Title: 4-Day Avignon Travel Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival & Exploring the City Center

• Morning:

  1. Check-in at your hotel (recommendations: Hotel d’Europe, Courtyard by Marriott Avignon Centre Palais des Papes).
  2. Breakfast at a local café (Café de l’Horloge is a popular choice).
  3. Visit Palais des Papes, a medieval papal residence and one of the largest Gothic structures in the world.

• Afternoon:

  1. Lunch at Place Crillon, where you’ll find a variety of restaurants offering regional cuisine.
  2. Visit the Pont d’Avignon, an iconic bridge that partially collapsed in the 17th century but remains a symbol of the city.
  3. Explore the Ramps and Halls of the Popes, a network of underground tunnels beneath the Palais des Papes.

• Evening:

  1. Dinner at La Mirande, a Michelin-starred restaurant known for its innovative Provençal cuisine.
  2. Stroll around the Place de l’Horloge and enjoy the city’s nightlife.

Day 2 - Surrounding Villages & Wine Tasting

• Morning:

  1. Take a day trip to nearby villages like Les Baux-de-Provence, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, and Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
  2. Lunch at a local restaurant in one of the villages (recommendations: Auberge de la Galinière in Les Baux, or L’Oustau de Baumanière in Les Baux).

• Afternoon:

  1. Visit a local winery for wine tasting (Château de la Nerthe, Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe).
  2. Return to Avignon and relax at your hotel or explore the city further.

• Evening:

  1. Dinner at Le Petit Louvre, a cozy restaurant offering traditional Provençal dishes.

Day 3 - Pont du Gard & Arles

• Morning:

  1. Day trip to the Pont du Gard, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most impressive Roman aqueducts.
  2. Lunch in nearby Arles (recommendations: La Mère Brian, Restaurant Café de la Marine ).

• Afternoon:

  1. Explore Arles, a charming town with Roman ruins, artistic heritage (Van Gogh lived here for a time), and the beautiful Saint Trophime’s Church.
  2. Return to Avignon and relax at your hotel or explore the city further.

• Evening:

  1. Dinner at La Trouvaille, a restaurant specializing in local, seasonal ingredients.

Day 4 - Market & Departure

• Morning:
  1. Visit the Avignon Market for fresh produce, local delicacies, and souvenirs.
  2. Have breakfast at a market stand or return to your favorite café.
  3. Check-out from your hotel.

Things to Know:

1. The city center is enclosed by medieval walls, known as the Ramparts of Avignon.
2. Summer months can be very hot, so pack accordingly and drink plenty of water.
3. The local currency is the Euro.
4. French is the primary language, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas.

Transportation:

1. Walking is the best way to explore the city center.
2. Bikes can be rented for exploring further afield.
3. Day trips can be done by car or public transportation (buses and trains).