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Provence is a region located in southeastern France, bordering the Mediterranean Sea. It is known for its beautiful landscapes, mild climate, and rich history and culture.
Nature Reserves and Lakes
The Calanque National Park
A national park in France connects Marseille and Cassis via nearly 20 kilometers of marked trails.
Roussillon ochre trail
A scenic spot in Roussillon, also known as Colorado in Provence, is a colorful treat for your eyes.
Camargue Regional Natural Park
The Camargue National Park in France is a natural reserve with multiple bird species, flamingos, white wild horses, and black bulls.
Eze botanic garden
Le Jardin Exotique is a botanical garden in Èze, situated above the Mediterranean Sea on the site of a former medieval fortress.
Tourist Attractions
Popes Palace
The Palace of Avignon was the largest building where Popes lived at the time. a symbol of the 14th-century church’s influence.
The Basilica Notre-Dame de la Garde
The Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde, a Catholic basilica located in Marseille, was built in 1850 on the foundation of the ancient fortress.
MuCEM
The Museum in Marseille is a home for unique collections dedicated to the history of European and Mediterranean civilizations.
Pont d’Avignon (Saint-Benezet Bridge)
The bridge in Avignon is one of the most iconic sights to take a picture of. Built in 1185, it used to have 22 arches.
Cities
Marseille
Marseille is a vibrant and multicultural city, with a rich history and culture that are reflected in its architecture, art, and cuisine.
Arles
The department of Bouches-du-Arles, Rhône's city of art and history at the entrance to the Camargue, has a remarkable past that deserves to be explored.
Aix-en-Provence
Aix-en-Provence is known for its cultural offerings, with numerous museums, galleries, and theaters showcasing the region's rich history and artistic heritage.
Avignon
Avignon is famous for its well-preserved medieval architecture, rich cultural heritage, and its importance in the history of the Catholic Church.
Attractions For Kids
Zoo Barben
It's a zoo in La Barben, where the most well-known large cats from Africa reside.
Mercantour National Park
Nice nature park with wonderful landscapes and stable weather for hiking up.
Parc Phœnix
It's a beautiful small zoo in Nice with a huge botanical garden, a climbing wall, and trampolines for kids.
OK Corral
The Wild West theme park with stunt shows, which first opened its doors in 1966, is the oldest and one of Provence's busiest theme parks.
Museums
Gendarmerie Nationale
The cinema history museum is located in the former police station in Saint Tropez, made famous by the police films by Louis de Funès.
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
The villa was constructed between 1905 and 1912 by Baroness Beatrice de Rothschild and is now open to the public.
Marc Chagall National Museum
The Marc Chagall National Museum is a museum dedicated to the French artist Marc Chagall's complete artwork.
Hôtel de Caumont
The art center Hôtel de Caumont is one of the most beautiful 18th-century private mansions in Aix-en-Provence.
Rent a car when traveling around the Provence
Rent a car to be mobile and be able to reach most of the must-see sights of Provence including tiny villages & lavender fields
Book accommodation and transport month ahead
Provence in general and French Riviera in particular is packed with tourists in Summer, so booking accommodation & transport months ahead is a must otherwise you will not get a place to stay, train tickets or a car to be rent
July is the best month to see lavender blooming
If you want to see lavender fields blooming come to Valensole early July
Be attentive with taxi drivers
Be attentive to taxi drivers in Nice and Marseille. Ask the price for your ride before you go, check the real distance to your hotel or restaurant in advance otherwise you will overpay & be cheated
Explore the Villages
Provence is full of charming villages, each with its own unique character. Some of the most beautiful villages to explore include Gordes, Roussillon, Lourmarin, and Bonnieux
For a couple in Provence
For 4 in Provence
1 trip card: €1.50 (plus €0.10 the first time for the price of the reloadable card). The 1-trip card is good for 1 hour of connection but only 1 trip by metro.
2-trip card: €3 (+0.10 €) This card allows you to make two connecting trips throughout the RTM network.
10 trips card: €13.40 (+€0.10) This card allows you to travel 10 times in correspondence throughout the RTM network.
Group 4 people card: 4,80 € A card that includes 4 tickets for 4 people
24-hour XL pass: €5.20 A ticket is valid for 24 hours from the first validation on the RTM and Transmétropole networks.
XL 72-hour pass: €10.80 Ticket is valid on the RTM and Transmétropole networks for 72 hours after the first validation.
City Pass: (24€ for 24 hours, 31€ for 48 hours, and 39€ for 72 hours) Move around Marseille while enjoying tourist services. You can buy the CityPass at the Tourist Office, in the “CityPass” ATMs of the Old Port and Saint-Charles Station stations, and also at the Port ATM located at the entrance of the cruise ship terminal.
Most metro (subway) and tramway stations have ticket machines, and they are also sold elsewhere across the city. Before each ride, make sure to validate your metro and tram tickets or passes by putting them on the orange digital readers. You can make as many transfers as you’d like between tram and metro stations within their hour-long validity period. If you do not abide by these rules, you risk being fined.
The first bus, metro, or tramway ticket purchased at the terminal costs 1 €60. It is then rechargeable (don’t throw it away) and then decreases to 1€50.
This ticket allows you to benefit from one hour of connection (including round trip) throughout the RTM network. Please keep in mind that you are only allowed to use the metro once. This same ticket will cost you much more on a bus, 1€90, so don’t hesitate to take it at the terminals. The bollards are positioned inside the metros or at the stops of the tramway.
2 trips card at 3€10 (at the first purchase, then 3€)
10 trips card at 13€50 (then 13€40)
Group card for 4 people at 4€80
XL Pass 24h for 5€20 or XL Pass 72h for 10€80 (they allow unlimited travel not only on the network (excluding maritime shuttles), but also on the metropolitan network, allowing you to reach neighboring cities such as Sausset-les-Pins, Allauch, or Gémenos.
There are a few options for taking public transportation from Marseille-Provence Airport to the city center. Tickets for the approximately 25-minute bus ride from the airport to Marseille Saint-Charles train station can be purchased online.
Bus drivers on board will sell you tickets. Before each trip, make sure to validate your bus ticket or pass by putting it on the orange digital readers. You can make as many transfers between bus stations as you like within the hour it is valid after validation. If you do not abide by these rules, you risk being fined.
Taxi rates were last set by the authorities in February 2017. Like all taxis in France, drivers use a taximeter to determine the distance traveled.
Base fare – €2.00
Price per kilometer (day) – €1.72
Price per kilometer (night) – €2.22
A taxi from the airport costs between €50 and €60 and takes 30 minutes to reach the city center.
Please keep in mind that there may be additional fees for traveling during bank holidays or carrying excess luggage. Keeping the driver waiting will result in an additional charge of €28.
Taxis in Marseille are easy to find, as they are everywhere. You can hail one on the street, walk to the nearest rank, or use an app to order your Marseille taxi.
Taxi ranks can be found at Marseille-Saint-Charles Railway Station and near the main attractions in the city center. It’s also possible to hail a cab on the street if there’s no rank within 50 meters.
You can also order an Uber taxi.
Base fare – €2
Cost per min – €0.3
Cost per km – €1.45
Minimum charge – €6
Cancellation fee – €6
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Big family trip
Main goal - visit main natural reserves and kid's attractions
5-7 days
Your first trip to Provence
Main goal—visit to see all of the major attractions.
7-8 days
Honeymoon, all of the Provence
The main goal is to enjoy the honeymoon in Provence and explore everything the region has to offer.
10-14 days
Marseille Provence Airport
Marseille-Provence Airport is the main international airport serving the city of Marseille, France, and the wider region of Provence in the south of France. Air France and Ryanair use the airport as a hub. It is currently the fifth-busiest airport in France by passenger traffic.
Toulon Hyères Airport
Toulon-Hyères airport is one of the three French airports with mixed civil and military use. Located opposite the beaches of Hyères, halfway between Provence and the French Riviera, Toulon-Hyères airport is ideally situated in the heart of the Var, France's leading tourist department after Paris.
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport
Nice Airport, officially known as Côte d’Azur Airport, is the main gateway to Nice, the French Riviera, and the Principality of Monaco. Nice Airport is located 6 kilometers (4 miles) southwest of downtown Nice. The airport is a focus city for Air France, Air France Hop, and EasyJet.
Hôtel La Mirande
I enjoyed this 5-star hotel. It is housed in a 14th-century mansion, and the rooms are elegant, suites with antique furniture, frescoes, and period decor. The hotel also has a Michelin-starred restaurant and a beautiful garden, which is truly amazing..
Le Mas des Herbes Blanches
Situated in the Luberon Valley, this luxurious hotel is amazing. I enjoyed stunning views of the surrounding countryside and a stylish room with a private terrace and outdoor Jacuzzi. The hotel also has a spa, a heated outdoor pool, and a gastronomic restaurant.
Airelles Gordes, La Bastide
This 5-star hotel is located in a 16th-century castle in the heart of the charming village of Gordes. I enjoyed the luxurious room with stone walls, a terracotta floor, and antique furnishings. Also on the property are an amazing spa, a swimming pool, and a restaurant with panoramic views.
10:00 Arrive in Avignon or Marseille and pick up your rental car.
11:00 Drive to the city you're staying in and check into your hotel. In Avignon, stay at the Hotel La Mirande, a hotel in a 14th-century mansion in the heart of Avignon's historic center. In Marseille, stay at The InterContinental Marseille, a hotel housed in a magnificent 18th-century building that was once a hospital.
12:00 Have lunch at a local restaurant, in Avignon-La Fourchette, or in Marseille - Chez Fonfon, and try some traditional Provençal dishes.
13:30 Explore Avignon's Palais des Papes and the Pont Saint-Bénézet, or visit Marseille's Old Port and la Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde.
16:00 Take a leisurely stroll around the city's streets and take in the local architecture and scenery.
18:00 Enjoy a pre-dinner drink at a local bar in Avignon (Le Saint-Louis) or in Marseille (La Caravelle).
19:00 Have dinner at a local restaurant serving traditional Provençal cuisine. (Avignon-L'Essentiel), (Marseille-La Table du Fort)
9:00 Drive to Gordes and visit the Abbaye de Sénanque, a beautiful 12th-century abbey surrounded by fields of lavender.
11:00 Visit the village of Roussillon and explore its ochre cliffs and old buildings.
13:00 Have lunch at a local restaurant called Le Piquebaure.
14:30 Drive to the Luberon Regional Nature Park and visit the village of Lourmarin, with its charming streets and castle.
16:30 Take a scenic drive through the park and enjoy the beautiful views.
18:00 Return to your hotel and relax for the evening.
20:00 Have dinner at a local restaurant. Marseille (La Poule Noire), Avignon (Restaurant Fou de Fafa)
9:00 Drive to Aix-en-Provence and explore the town's lively Marché aux Fruits et Légumes and shops.
11:00 Visit the Cours Mirabeau, a tree-lined boulevard that's one of the most famous spots in Aix-en-Provence.
12:00 Have lunch at a local restaurant, Le bouche à Oreille.
13:30 Visit the Musée Granet, a museum that houses an impressive collection of art from the region.
15:30 Take a stroll around the town's streets and soak up the local culture and history.
18:00 Return to your hotel and relax before your departure the next day.
20:00 Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant serving Provençal cuisine. Marseille (Grand Bar des Goudes), Avignon (Restaurant EAT)
Lourmarin
Lourmarin is a charming village known for its beautiful, narrow streets, picturesque squares, and historic buildings, including the 15th-century Château de Lourmarin.
Tourtour
Tourtour is a beautiful village often referred to as the "village in the sky" due to its elevated position, which offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
Uzes
Uzès is a historic town known for its beautiful architecture, rich history, and vibrant markets.
Moustiers-Sainte-Marie
Moustiers-Sainte-Marie is a charming village known for its stunning natural beauty, picturesque streets, and unique pottery.
Vaison-la-Romaine
An extraordinarily medieval village with a great view of the valley, every corner looks like a postcard.
Cooking workshop with an exceptional chef in Avignon
Treat yourself to a unique French cooking class set inside the famous Les Halles Market of Avignon. Under the guidance of a master chef, you’ll create a menu using ingredients from the market itself and then cook them to eat for lunch.
Nice View: Cooking Class And Dinner
Learn how to cook like a local, from a local, by signing up for this Mediterranean cooking class in the home of local culinary enthusiast Marie-Christine. Your host will teach you how to make traditional French Mediterranean fare using local ingredients, which you'll then sit down to enjoy together. Marie-Christine will be on hand to give you tips, not just about cooking, but also about Nice.
Wine Tasting: Tour de France
Discovering the world of French wine while in Nice. This small-group wine-tasting experience takes you on a journey through the French wine regions, learning about their history, production processes, and best wines. While tasting a selection of 3–5 fine wines, including white, red, and sparkling, you'll learn to appreciate the wonderful diversity of French wine.
THE CREATION: Private Blending Workshop with Tasting of Raw Wines
During a workshop, discover the art and secrets of blending the different emblematic grape varieties of the southern Rhône Valley. You will make your own wine from the samples provided to you. Immerse yourself in the oenologist's workshop during this workshop, discover the purpose of a blend, and make your own personalized cuvée.
Where do I purchase Provence Attractions Passes?
Be aware that there are a lot of places where you have to pay cash at the attraction; however, there are a lot of tickets available online. You can always check the official websites of the attractions, but most of the websites are in French. A very good solution is Viator.com and Tiqets.com, where you can book online tickets for a lot of attractions. There, you can also order guided tours.
Where should you go shopping in Provence?
The main shopping areas can be found in Avignon and Aix-en-Provence. Designer clothing stores coexist with local grocers, markets, bakeries, and chocolatiers. Locally made products are the most popular to shop for in Provence, especially products made of lavender, which you can find all over Provence.
Grasse – it’s a fragrance making village where you can buy local perfumes. In Avignon and Aix-en-Provence – you can buy popular Provencal linens. L’isle sur la Sorgue – here you find the best of antique Nice and Cannes – the best for luxury and designer clothing St Remy, Arles and Aix-en-Provence – the best local markets Note that almost all shops are closed for a few hours in the middle of the day and closed on Sundays.
Is it worth renting a car when traveling to Provence?
Renting a car can be a good idea when traveling to Provence, as it allows you to explore the region’s countryside and smaller towns that are not easily accessible by public transportation. However, if you plan to visit only the larger cities like Avignon or Aix-en-Provence, public transportation can suffice.
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Is Provence a good place to travel with kids?
Provence is a great place to travel with kids, as it has many family-friendly attractions, such as beaches, water parks, nature reserves, and museums. The region also offers a lot of outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and horseback riding.
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What to do in Provence if traveling with family?
Some family-friendly activities to do in Provence include:
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How much time should I devote to my visit to Provence?
To see most of the major attractions and experience the region’s culture and cuisine, it is recommended to spend at least 5-7 days in Provence. This will allow you to visit the larger cities like Avignon and Aix-en-Provence and explore the countryside and smaller towns. However, if you have more time, you can spend up to two weeks in Provence and visit more off-the-beaten-path destinations.
Is the country safe
Police: 112
Fire Service: 112
Consulate: +33143122222
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