Avignon is a medieval city that sits on the banks of the Rhône River. It is known as the City of Popes because the seat of the Roman Church resided here for more than six decades. The Pope’s Palace is one of the largest and most important Gothic structures in Europe, which is the crowning jewel of this walled city.
It is a wonderful starting point for a trip to the Provence–Alpes–Côte d’Azur region since it is is the first major stop along the high speed train line from Paris. Perfectly located at the doorway to Provence, this timeless city will give you a feel for traditional France.
Rhône Wine Valley
If you are a wine lover, Avignon should definitely be a place on your to-visit list. Located along the Rhône river, this fertile valley produces vintner classics like Côtes du Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Gigondas.
Apothecary looking shop turned into a cozy bistro that specialized in open faced sandwiches
This bakery specialized in breads, French & Viennese style pastries and deli sandwiches (traiteur)
boulangerie
tartines
brunch
soda
vegetarian
wine
ROSÉ
Synonymous with Provence, rosé wine can be dry and crisp or more fruit forward and fleshy, depending on the varietal. It pairs perfectly with the vegetable heavy fare of Southern France
QUICHE & GALETTES
Quiche Lorraine is the staple flavor with bacon and gruyere, though there are many different varieties. Galettes can be savory, more like a buckwheat crêpe, or sweet with a puff pastry crust
RATATOUILLE
A classic Provençal vegetable dish of zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes, peppers and onions
ORANGINA
We’ve got thing for orange soda when we travel and our favorite has to be Orangina because it so fresh with real orange juice and pulp in it
Ride the merry-go-round Carrousel Belle Epoque
Visit the Saint-Bénézet - Avignon's partial bridge
Walk the ancient ramparts that encircle the old city
- Apartment inside rampart walls
- Bedrooms: 4
- Baths: 2
- Child Friendly: Yes
- Elevator: No
- Kitchen: Yes
- Close to: Train Station, Ramparts, Palace of the Popes, Bridge of Avignon, Restaurants, Shopping
- Train Station: 5 minute walk
