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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedMar 31, 2023
How long is the drive from Carcassonne to Nice?
The direct drive from Carcassonne to Nice is 293 mi (471 km), and should have a drive time of 4 hrs 10 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Carcassonne to Nice, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Marseille, Avignon, Montpellier, Cannes, Arles, Gordes, Aix-en-Provence, Antibes, Toulon, and Nimes, as well as top places to visit like Réserve Africaine de Sigean and Les 9 Écluses de Fonseranes, or the ever-popular Salses Fortress.
The top cities between Carcassonne and Nice are Marseille, Avignon, Montpellier, Cannes, Arles, Gordes, Aix-en-Provence, Antibes, Toulon, and Nimes. Marseille is the most popular city on the route. It's 3 hours from Carcassonne and 2 hours from Nice.
Montpellier is situated in the southern part of France, located about 10 kilometers away from the Mediterranean Sea. The city features the Gothic-style Cathédrale Saint-Pierre with its unique conical towers dating back to 1364. In addition, Montpellier showcases Antigone district, a contemporary development that takes inspiration from neoclassical motifs. Visitors can also enjoy viewing artworks by old French and European masters at Musée Fabre within the city center.
Nîmes, located in the Occitanie region of southern France, is steeped in history as an important Roman outpost. The city boasts remarkably preserved Roman landmarks such as the Arena of Nîmes, a well-maintained amphitheater dating back to around 70 A.D., still hosting events today. Additionally, visitors can marvel at the Pont du Gard aqueduct and the Maison Carrée Roman temple, both over two millennia old.
24% as popular as Marseille
6 minutes off the main route, 39% of way to Nice
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Arles is a well-known city situated on the Rhône River, located in the southern Provence region of France. It gained popularity for being an inspiration to Van Gogh's paintings, which have contributed towards contemporary art displayed at Fondation Vincent Van Gogh.
Avignon is a city situated in southeastern France's Provence area, located on the Rhône River. It served as the Catholic popes' headquarters from 1309 to 1377 and remained under papal authority until it was included in France in 1791. The monumental Palais des Papes (Popes' Palace) dominates the city center and is encircled by medieval stone ramparts, reflecting the town's rich history.
Gordes, a charming commune in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southeastern France, is perched on the edge of the Vaucluse plateau. This picturesque village is famous for its white and gray stone houses that spiral around the rock where it's situated. At the top, visitors can find a church and a castle with stunning views of the Luberon hills.
20% as popular as Marseille
35 minutes off the main route, 53% of way to Nice
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Marseille, a harbor city in the south of France, has been a hub for immigration and commerce since its establishment by the Greeks around 600 B.C. At its core lies the Vieux-Port (Old Port), where vendors sell their fish along the quay filled with boats. The Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde is an architectural blend of Romanesque and Byzantine styles.
Aix-en-Provence is a town located in the southern region of France, known for being a university city and the birthplace of Post-Impressionist painter Paul Cézanne. Visitors can explore various landmarks related to his life, such as Jas de Bouffan and Atelier Cézanne through a designated walking trail. The surrounding countryside and the white limestone mountain Sainte-Victoire were often depicted in Cézanne's works.
Toulon, a port city in southern France, boasts beautiful sandy beaches and a bustling harbor that houses submarines, warships, fishing boats, and ferries. The city is also home to the impressive Musée National de la Marine showcasing maritime artifacts. Toulon is set against a backdrop of rugged limestone mountains with Mont Faron accessible by cable car.
Cannes, located on the French Riviera, is renowned for its international film festival that takes place each year. The Boulevard de la Croisette runs alongside the beach and is filled with high-end boutiques, luxurious hotels, and sandy shores. The Palais des Festivals et des Congrès is a contemporary building that hosts red carpet events and features Allée des Étoiles - Cannes' version of the walk of fame.
Antibes is a tourist destination situated on the French Riviera, located between Cannes and Nice. This resort town has an old town area enclosed by 16th-century ramparts, featuring the star-shaped Fort Carré. The port Vauban marina overlooks luxury yachts, adding to the appeal of Antibes for visitors. Separating Antibes from Juan-les-Pins is a forested peninsula called Cap d'Antibes which has grand villas scattered throughout it.
25% as popular as Marseille
7 minutes off the main route, 90% of way to Nice
Best stops along Carcassonne to Nice drive
The top stops along the way from Carcassonne to Nice (with short detours) are Basilica of Notre-Dame of la Garde, Palais des Papes, and Pont du Gard. Other popular stops include Carrières des Lumières, Marineland, and Appart Hôtel Le Vieux-Port.
Red-brick fortress built to guard the French/Spanish border, open for guided or unaccompanied tours.
We arrived quite late during the day and since neither of us spoke french very well and another tour just started one of the tourguides, a very nice lady, just did a spontaneous tour in English.
We would like to rate the Fortress experience a 5 star rating, but the lady really knocked it out of the park and created a special moment for us.
Thank you for the tour and the nice chats.
Andreas Jakobs — Google review
A huge fortress, powerful walls, and an incredible number of different routes inside. The guide speaks a mixture of French and Spanish, but surprisingly, you understand everything. The services of a guide are included in the ticket price and it is definitely worth joining the tour, since you can only get to the upper floor with a guide. I recommend it!
Lyubov R — Google review
What a beautiful place! I went on my motorcycle from Spain with little time , so i couldn't see it in full, but what I saw I loved. I'll be back with more time.
They asked for a Covid passport.
Barby Larsen — Google review
Quite breathtaking in its size and majesty. Huge thick walls and a fascinating history. The trebuchet and cannons on display are really interesting and we had the place to ourselves. Our 10 year old loved the games area which was a welcome distraction.
Lyndsey Maiden — Google review
A very nice team with competent people who understood my disability and made the guided tour manageable. The castle is full of stories, beautiful, and the museum is absolutely interesting. Go there without doubt. (Guided tour might not be in English but many indications are written,and guide sheet available too)
?ils Deless-V?li?? — Google review
Fantastic day out for a sunny or rainy day. It is one of the largest and most impressive castles I have been to. There are loads of interactive games and animations for the children to enjoy.
This castle is truly impressive and now offers translated guides and material in English and Spanish as well as French.
There is a tour in French which is definitely worthwhile even if you don’t understand the language.
€8 per adult and kids go free which is a bargain for the experience. A multi language audio guide would make it a five star experience.
Duke — Google review
The visit exceeded my expectation. Very well laid out and presented exhibitions and some audio visuals. Brought the history to life. Most information in French English and Spanish. Free parking. Highly recommended.
Mark Wood — Google review
A masterpiece of European military architecture and exceptionally well preserved. Absolutely worth a visit when in the area. Admission is € 8 ( 2023). The keep is only accessible with a guided visit (in French), but you can roam the inner courtyard freely.
Daniel Fg — Google review
A revelation of a fortress! Not quite medieval, still not the modern fortresses of the 16th century, it guarded for a long time the Spanish-French border. A lot of defensive architecture innovations, all in an uniform style and still very well kept. The guide was most entertaining (in French). Great play room for kids.
Alexandru Matei — Google review
Amazing place very well preserved. Very big building from 1000 B.C. that shows us an important part of the European History. The individual tour is not guided,It is just for groups. In this case more parts of the fortress are available for visitation. Parking is free , but small. Tickets for tour with fair price ( 8 EUR).
2011Licinho — Google review
Such an awesome place to visit. I wish I knew French as the tour is French only speaking. Lower part of the fortress can be visited without a guide but the upper part of the fortress is guided tour only and I highly recommend it.
The Réserve Africaine de Sigean is a safari park and zoo that features African animals such as lions, gnus, and rhinos in both drive-through and walk-through areas. Visitors can observe these savanna animals in expansive enclosures that are well maintained. It is an ideal location for a day trip where visitors can enjoy lunch at one of the several snack bars available. The Sigean zoo is also dog friendly, making it accessible to pet owners looking for an exciting wildlife experience.
This is a great day out and they are dog friendly. The animals enclosures are big and are very well kept. They have several snack bars to get some lunch. We will definitely visit again
Nicola McCardle — Google review
Very nice place, cool idea! You can have a "Safari" with your own car / camping car, driving around (queueing in August) among exotic animals wandering free!
After that, there is a walking only area with many others animals and attractions for children.
The whole route takes 4-5 hours -ish. Water available inside the park.
The only con is related to the safari part, if you go in August (or during high season) you will probably queue a lot waiting for people to take pictures of the animals.
Luca Bellini — Google review
Absolutely amazing! We went on a day trip from Spain to visit the reserve. The kids had a great time and the animals look very well taken care of. Well done to all staff for such an amazing job. 👏🏻👏🏻 I would say the bathrooms were dirty, maybe a little more care will be appreciated by the visitors.
Anisia Pienaar — Google review
It is ok for the less price.
We had a bad luck with a weather but still we managed to pass there a half of the day.
We liked the first driving part. It was interesting, animals were walking really close and that what you could name “safari”.
But, unfortunately, this part was short and the rest of the park was more close to a typical zoo. To compare zoo of Valencia and Barcelona, I liked more: more animals and better territory. A lot of zones were empty….
The restaurant of the park is not expensive but not tasty at all, in IKEA you could eat much better. The souvenir shop is incredibly expensive, 25 euros for the small animal toy looks ridicules.
To conclude, it is a good option if the price was double less, it doesn’t cost its price at all. And there are a lot of picnic zones on the open air where better to take something really tasty and enjoy your lunch.
Daria Iemelianova — Google review
Visited again in July 2023. A huge territory for a car ride and a walking tour. WC are free, there are restaurants where you can get a snack or have a full lunch. During my first visit the part of the reserve was closed because of the bird flu. This time I could discover their collection of birds, it's impressive.
Iryna Konovalova — Google review
We enjoyed our experience at this park. It’s quite rare you get to do a self-drive safari, especially in the middle of Europe. So, this is a once in a lifetime experience. There were lots of animals to see and the park is really well organised. Just that we keep in the super peak period and the self-drive was super slow from heavy traffic (tourists stopping to take photos). I would recommend to come as early as you can to avoid the traffic.
Nishanth S P — Google review
We fell in love with this reserve! We loved the idea that you get to see real predators through the window of your car at a pace you feel comfortable with. It was truly unique. Even though it was really hot (more than 30 degrees C), we saw all animals, even the lazy lions, and bears. There were also plenty of bovine animals walking freely and not being intimidated by the cars passing by. This part of the park took about an hour and a half. The rest of the park, which is accessible on foot, is a good 4-hour walk.
The sanitary parts were well-maintained and eating inside the park is not expensive, as one might expect. Also, there are proper indications throughout the entire park so you can never get lost. There are mist shower systems situated in several places to keep you cool. Last but not least, there are many taps with drinkable water (if you bring your dog, there are taps suited at about 30 cm above the ground, which are perfect for small dogs). Definitely recommend to all families and animal lovers!
Lynda Bureau — Google review
I worked in Perpignan for a while so i visited what i could in the area :).
Been here with my fiancee, and didn't regret it at all. Was a pleasant day,not too warm, not too cold.
First part you travel in your car, we saw some black bears, some herbivorous animals like zebras, ostrichs and others. Than some Liones, actually one lion and some lionesses . Than we had a 4 hours walk , no rush and it was ok. Like a bigger zoo, animals with more space to run and play. No elephants or tigers, but for a walk in nature is a good place to go. The food is not the best and somehow expensive for what they offer. It is usually crowded, even if i went there outside the busy hours they say :).
After all it's a nice experience, worth going. This only if you haven't been in an actually Africa safari, than this will look like childish :).
adrian mircea — Google review
All in all this was a beautiful experience. We arrived reasonably early within the week (Monday, 9.30am) and it actually worked out really well. It wasn't too full, you can slowly drive through the Safari and it is an absolutely unique experience! Beware that the Lion part of the Safari opens at 10am, so we did have to wait for a moment before we could enter.
The Staff is super friendly and speaks English as well.
The Walkable Part of the Park is also really nice, with a lot of shade on the walkways and places to stop to eat/use the toilet etc. The enclosures seemed really nice to me, the animals weren't pacing and seemed really relaxed in general. There are some peacocks roaming around as well, which is pretty cool too.
All in all this was a great experience, and considering you can spend your entire day here and see all these beautiful animals this was definitely money well spent. I would always recommend!
Jennifer Schneider Díaz — Google review
That’s a huge park with very respectful and friendly way of treating animals. There is enough space for them as I can see. It doesn’t feel like a zoo. It’s more a window to a wildlife sanctuary. Even in winter you can find a restaurant to have some food. Meanwhile the infrastructure is really nice and well planned. There are parking, rest rooms, shops - everything that you may need after a long trip to this place. For sure this experience is worth it.
Kirill Maksimkin — Google review
Love this place. Seeing the animals as you drive was great then another whole part to walk.. need at least 3 hours if not more.. we went early amd was not to hot.. the hotter it get the more the animal stay in the shade. Also saw the flimgos being feed at 2pm was great so close . My 3 year old loved it.. but got tired on the walk part
June Murphy — Google review
The place is amazing. You can see alot of animals roam free. I highly recommend checking the feeding times of the animals, because that is the best time to visit them. You often see animals directly on the road. Be aware that the food isn't anything special at the place.
Venelin Dimitrov — Google review
We went in April 2023, in the morning. You should book in advance and you’re given an entry time (tolerance of 15-30 minutes if I remember correctly) - the website has all the info:
There are 2 parts. One visited inside the car (wild animals):
The wild animals were moving freely, but very visible since the food is next to the road where the cars circulate.
The animals looked “happy”, although bears and lions were sleeping (maybe their natural way).
The second part:
The park which can be visited on foot is very big, things distance apart, so be ready to use your shoes 😊
The restaurant has several options, including healthy ones. There are several coffee and ice cream shops around the park, with snacks, etc.
Regarding activities here (feeding animals, etc), there were not too many, nor information was very clear/ helpful. This is something to improve in my opinion.
I understand it’s intended to simulate a natural habitat , so I like that this is respected
Sandra Ventura Lopes — Google review
Best zoo/animal reserve experience that we’ve ever been to. The animals look healthy and happy with plenty of room to roam. This is what a zoo should be like. The staff is friendly and the experience itself was amazing. Definitely recommend even if it’s out of your way. Well worth the trip and would love to go back.
Zachary Huisman — Google review
The visit started out with a very long 40 minutes car queue to enter. We had already purchased our tickets, as requested in their website, but we noticed most cars hadn't. Hence the wait.
The first part of the tour is through the outer spaces were animals are free in the environment and visitors must be in their cars, with windows closed. To our astonishment, people lowered the car windows, offered food to animals, screamed at the animals and some even got out of their cars to photograph them. NO ONE FROM THE PARK DID ANYTHING. We were amazed.
Besides, the bears area had 3 bears only; we could only see 2 rhinoceros and lions were lying down in a space limited by an electric wire (over 10 meters away from the road)
Afterwards, we did the walking tour. We expected many more species and animals, larger spaces for them, but no. Animals are caged in spaces that evidently don't allow them to run or exercise as they would in the wild (so it feels more like a zoo than to a reservation).
The Vivarium doesn't have many species either.
It is a nice experience for kids, but we expected a lot more for the entrance fee.
Restaurants and snack bars are available in the walking area of the park, but food IS EXPENSIVE! And quality is not great. But I must say that fries were awesome!
Les 9 Écluses de Fonseranes is a popular tourist destination that features a series of canal locks consisting of 9 flights. Visitors can witness the fascinating operation of the locks and enjoy stunning views of Beziers. The location also boasts an interactive cinema and restaurant at its visitor center. While there may be little shade, it offers an interesting experience for children with great toilets and a store available on site. A short walk away lies a water bridge, similar to those in photos.
Wonderful place to visit, kept very clean. You can picnic and there are boat rides and the little train comes too. Restaurant/bar at the top of the hill.
(7 of the 9 original locks remain functional).
Darren Chilton — Google review
Nice place, a lil hot 🔥 because there is no shade but it’s interesting for kids and they have great toilets and a Store.
If you have spare time walk für 10 min and you can visit a water bridge like in my fotos :)
Florian Herder — Google review
Impressive to see boats going up 30 meters in a matter of hours.
Somewhere along the canal there's a boat rental for amateurs which leads to an entertaining amount of struggling newbies. Not much to do otherwise except getting ripped off by the only restaurant there.
Ype Speelman — Google review
A beautiful walk along the canal du midi leads you to the locks. There is a great cafe which you can watch the boats going through the locks and enjoy a delicious glass of wine! The tourist train leaves from here and for €8 it’s well worth the trip as it weaves through the streets of Béziers.
Michelle Andrew — Google review
Nice walking place
You can ride on a boat
can eat
can enjoy
Martin Alexis Gonzalez Vidal — Google review
Was actually sailing the boat and it is really cool to go down it.
The lock keepers guided us through it as it was our first time going through several locks at a time.
If you are on foot it might be a little less entertaining but it is still worth seeing.
Jude Whittaker — Google review
Nice locks, the best thing was the tourist train into Béziers. You can easily access and park here, then take the tourist train into the center of the city. Béziers is busy and brutal to drive into for a visit, using the tourist train from here made it easy to also see the centre of town
Alex von Schilling — Google review
We took our Dutch barge through on our own with no other boats and what an experience ! After coming down the mighty Rhône…and through the Étang in quite windy weather, this was absolutely the highlight of the journey. It was amazing. Lauren the lock keeper was so helpful with information. All in all it was an unforgettable moment to pass through these locks of historical engineering built by men and women hundreds of years ago. Allows boats to be raised 21.5m (71ft) over a distance of 300m (980ft).
MagicBusArt — Google review
Lovely canal trips with super views or just take a walk along the canal & watch others going up & down the 9 locks
Deborah Jackson — Google review
Great place to visit and see how the locks work and great views of Béziers. Amazing to see how the same method is still being used today. Well worth the visit. If you visit the Restaurant at the top BEWARE the service is terrible, very slow and unhelpful we even had a server roll his eyes at us... But the food and views are fantastic.
Bobby-John Young — Google review
Really special place. You can walk or take a boat ride.
Note that parking is 7€. There are restrooms.
There is a nice coffeshop on site.
Jacques Behar — Google review
Great place for a walk, a lot of history and information on the way. Good place to watch the boats making their way through the locks. There are also cafes, toilets and information points at the top of the locks and great views of beziers old Town.
Steve Davies — Google review
Great experience. So glad we came to see it. The information centre was closed but we looked on good old Google for the answer to our questions. 😀
Sue Beckett — Google review
Great views of Beziers and fun watching the boats navigate the locks. You can get a 'road train' into Bezier from here with audio guide to explain the sights in your language.
David Troughton — Google review
Interesting place to pass by boat. Some really great picture monents. Kids will love it and will be amazed about this piece of industrial engineering.
Ruud Mobile — Google review
Incredible place, wich allow you to think about engineering when it was almost impossible to do so.
Good place to walk, have a nice morning or evening and enjoy the countryside.
Alex Delgado — Google review
Well, It’s a marvelous piece of engineering but if there isn’t any ship pass by, It’s only gates and canal.
Arthit Yodyunyong — Google review
Very clever piece of engineering. Nice river with fountains further along the way and lots of seating.
We got the small road train from the town centre which goes there and back.
Adrian Joyce — Google review
What a great experience, we had to wait 3 and a half hours to get up because there were so many boats coming down but we had a nice walk around.
Aqualand Cap D'Agde is a waterpark with slides that swirl and plunge from great heights. Swimmers can have lots of fun racing each other on the playgrounds and splash pads around the park. The enormous pool is a place to just relax and soak up the French sun. Green lawn extends throughout, and you'll see sunbathers lounging anywhere, to take in the magnificent view.
Came here August 2019, Fairly over priced at €28 each. However between my party of 10 lads we had a right laugh, barely any queues and the rides were pretty awesome. Almost like reliving your youth haha. Locker and key situation is a bit daft but suppose not everything is perfect. If your in the area definitely worth a trip hence my 5star. And the waffles are to die for!!.
Curts Enterprise — Google review
Reopening after covid, the restart went well.
A lot of people, sometimes long queue that makes people a bit excited; though this is acceptable. However the swimming pool was not super clean due to tree leaves falling down;
We had fun, restrictions on age could be harder on certain games that are quite challenging for young crowd.
Possible to eat onsite which is great but food quality is like McDonald’s.
Very noisy area as a lot of kids yell there :) this aqualand is very close to the beach so you would probably use it when the weather is not great, but actually it is also crowded when the weather is good. A bit outage the games still satisfies the youngest.
Jerome G — Google review
I imagine that this would have been a higher review if we'd been outside of Summer holiday time, but unfortunately the queues were ridiculous and we only went on two rides. The fast track system means that anyone in the normal queue has little chance of moving forwards - surely there's a compromise? Food outlets were ok, toilets were grim, lifeguards were attentive. Would consider going again at a less busy time and would definitely need fast track to make it worth while.
Emily H — Google review
We all had a brilliant time. Only 2 waterslides had a very long wait. My youngest was 10 and was just under the height for 4 slides. Food was expensive but was expected. Would go again.
Michelle Kinsella — Google review
Had an lovely day, slides were amazing would have been 5 stars if the floor wasn't so slippy. Hit head many times
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Richard Guion — Google review
We take a picnic lunch with us as our girls are coeliac, and we have never seen any gf food available. We would recommend investing in a fast pass!
Carole Seddon — Google review
We went mid August. It was unpleasant all round. There were long queues getting in; once in, queues for the rides of 45m to 1hr whilst standing in the full sun; an inefficient system for the lockers; and general over-crowding. We left feeling like the owners cared more about making money than offering a great customer experience. On the plus side, there is a good selection of rides.
James Butterworth — Google review
Was a bit wary about going to the park as there have been some bad reviews, but generally this is similar to many of the other parks I've been to. Everything costs money, from the 25 euro entry, to the pictures with the parrot dude, to the rental on the sunlounger, most of which is optional (you can lay a towel out on the grass for example).
The place is popular, so be aware that you will have to queue upwards of 30 minutes for the better rides. Each ride has two queues, one to collect a mat or inflatable, and then another on the steps to the ride entrance. 20 euros or so gets you a VIP fast pass, and given that the day will cost you over €120 (for a family of 4) it kinda makes sense to invest. You skip the first queue, but not the second, but could save you well over an hour across a busy day.
A meal (think lightning fast McDonalds) will set you back €15, but it's decent quality fast food.
We spent 5 hours or so in the park, and really enjoyed it.
Be aware that they have a strict policy about baggy shorts and cotton t-shirts that can't be worn on the rides (lycra Ts are fine)..
Doogie K — Google review
Overcrowded during my visit. Slides are ok, but waiting 30-45 minutes for a slide took the fun out of it. The children's pool water was not heated like the other pools were. Some pools were also full of leaves and dirt.
jdb — Google review
We went for the first time with the family in June. The kids absolutely loved it which, lets face it, is the main thing. I think the ticket price was ok for a full days entertainment. We got stung for a bit extra for using the sun beds. It does state the charge on the bed but I’ll be honest I didn’t notice. June was good as it wasn’t too busy. We will go again probably, but off season. Thanks
The Musée Fabre is a museum in Montpellier, France, that houses a large and varied collection of European art from the medieval period to the present. The renovation of the museum in recent years has made it more engaging and light-filled, with paintings on display that span 600 years of artistic activity.
A great museum just off the Place de la Comedie.
An excellent collection of fine art in a recently renovated museum. Art displayed varies from the 15th century all the way up to the impressionists and modern art. I spent a very pleasant couple of hours here looking at some impressive art.
Heather White — Google review
One of the best museums in France so far. You may spend hours enjoying all the masterpieces in a collection. Totally recommend to visit in Montpelier
Artem Yanenko — Google review
For 9 euro this museum was an amazing experience! The guards and admissions people were extremely nice and helpful showing which way to get to the next level. You can get lost in here with all the amazing paintings and sculptures. One of the best museums I've ever been to.
Adam Wright — Google review
Not only traditional art, but also contemporary art. And there’s an temporary exhibition. Very impressed. Free entrée every first Sunday of the month.
Rocky Lee — Google review
Museum with a lot of history. Affordable for everyone, I think it's a must go place if you're visiting Montpellier.
Tram-Anh Pham — Google review
Layout of the museum is funky but overall it’s very beautiful and lots of beautiful pieces of art.
Robbie Wood — Google review
Great exhibition space. Very friendly staff. Amazing visit. Secure entry. No liquids allowed into building.
Kristian Shield — Google review
Lots of famous, meant to be impressive art, the general exhibition was presented in a fairly boring and conservative way with little detail in terms of information, though maybe that's in the audio guide which we didn't go for. €9 to enter seems ok, didn't think it was particularly exciting.
K S — Google review
Great display space for visiting exhibitions. Picasso currently - very interesting and well laid out.
Excellent cafe/restaurant just outside in the shade and away from the mayhem that is Montpellier!
Highly recommended!
A H — Google review
I had Musée Fabre on my list for the "Fallen Angel" painting, so when I got in I thought that I would spend less than an hour in there. Boy was I wrong. For the art-lovers or even for people like me who know very few things about art this place is the perfect place to be absorbed in. Each room was more magnificent than the next, the museum wasn't crowded (so that for me is always a plus). The staff is friendly. And the paintings.... well don't take my word for it and visit it when you are in the neighbourhood. I pormise it's totally worth it.
Nicoleta Gherasim — Google review
A great experience on a cold & windy day, it’s much bigger than it looks from the outside my quick visit turned into 4 hours. Looking forward to returning.
Robert Alexander — Google review
I had an incredible experience visiting Musée Fabre in Montpellier. This museum is a true gem! The collection of art and sculptures is outstanding, showcasing both classical and contemporary pieces. The way they've curated and displayed the artworks is both informative and visually stunning.
What's even more amazing is that they offer FREE entry on the first Sunday of every month! This makes it incredibly accessible to everyone who wants to explore the world of art and culture. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, offering insights into the history and significance of the pieces.
The museum's architecture and ambiance create a tranquil atmosphere that's perfect for immersing yourself in art. I highly recommend visiting Musée Fabre if you're in Montpellier, especially on the first Sunday of the month. It's a cultural treasure that's sure to leave a lasting impression. Don't miss out on this enriching experience!
Arindam K. Das — Google review
The security was kinda heavy which was kinda understandable but still felt threatening. Art Isn't really for me but I liked the pieces and the Vibe of the museum in general. The fact that it was free for Students under 18 boosted it to 5 Stars.
Uruguruu — Google review
Attended a guided tour for the elementary children (6-9 years old). The guide was very polite, kind and informative with good knowledge and gentleness with the children. We also enjoyed a workshop after the tour very much.
Hitomi Oshima — Google review
A decent museum with no AC. We visited in April and while weather outside felt amazing it was very hot inside. Take a hand held fan with you. We did the quick speed through version.
Magdalena Blanco — Google review
Love their Courbet collection - but please, less Soulages and more impressionists!!
Naelle ناهل Zayani الزياني — Google review
Very spacious, very interesting, without crowds. A must visit place!
Alex B. (Ego) — Google review
Huge and impressive collection. Mostly classical and modern painting and sculpture.
Somewhat out of time/place for the gallery is the really wonderful collection of Pierre Soulanges paintings.
You might need multiple days to get through the whole collection . So bank on at least half a day for your visit.
Graham Williamson — Google review
Sadly I didn't have enough time to visit the contemporary art section, but based what I saw in the Old Masters wing, this museum has a wonderful and extensive collection and I enjoyed the amounts of background info given on specific paintings. Nice ambiance overall, and great value for money at 6€ with a student discount.
Salin d’Aigues-Mortes is a renowned producer of high-quality sea salt in France. The company is situated in the heart of Camargue, where it uses traditional methods to harvest and process its salt. Their products are well-known for their unique flavor and texture, which come from the natural minerals present in the sea water used during production.
All the guided tours were booked, so I went for an unguided tour by foot, and did not regret it. The place is stunning, exactly as in the pictures, there were some flamingos and it was also possible to climb over a salt hill to admire the landscape. Exploring the saline at your own peace is perfect if you want to fully immerso in the atosphere and are a photography lover.
Bring a hat, some sunscreen, comfortable shoes and some water and you will be good to go for a magical walk.
Only cons are that the saline is located outside the city (you will need to walk 25/30 minutes to get there), and the explanation in the trail are in French language only.
Marla Pauli — Google review
Expensive, especially the walk part which is only like 2 euros less than the train. Otherwise it's a lovely outing.
Must book the train in advance ! Even though on their website they say you can buy tickets directly there, lots of people get there and can't buy any because all trips are full ! The kids were very disappointed about that.
Fanchon Rivoire (Bonks) — Google review
Ask for an English leaflet when buying the ticket. It may be helpful. You can walk, cycle or take the train. Unfortunately you can’t hop on and off the train as you wish.
Alan Sun — Google review
Very interesting place and a nice bike ride around but definitely too expensive for what it is. The route is not maintained at all so be prepared for a bumpy ride. Definitely unlike anywhere else I've visited though.
Caleb King — Google review
Very disappointed. Could not book tickets online during the holiday period. No explanation why. After a 2 and a half hour drive with our American guests, we arrive at 12:30 to buy tickets for the 3:15 train tour. The ticket office was closed for lunch, which of course was not mentioned on the website. We left to visit Aigues Mortes. On the website it says to be there 15 minutes before the tour so we arrived well before 3 to buy tickets. On arrival, tickets sold out. The response was that we could buy tickets for tomorrow. This was not possible as it was a 5-hour return trip. When I stated that we had been there early to buy tickets, the woman said that the opening times were posted on the door, which is of course a big help when you are already there. Extremely disappointed and embarrassed as I am someone who plans well in advance. Not a great experience for our guests. The information signs are also riddled with spelling errors which is an embarrassment for the establishment. Please do better.
Susan Kuck — Google review
Here two pieces of advice for anybody trying to visit:
1) Buy your tickets online!!!
If you are already there, do not make the line, check first if they have any tickets left for the day. If not, leave the place and book on-line.
Otherwise you will make a long line to buy tickets... only available for next couple of days (which they will tell you only by the time it is finally your turn).
2) If you're already on-site and planning to buy for coming days, check weather forecast, as you can be sure they will CANCEL everything at the minimum threat of rain/including few drops.
Hence, closed everywhere except by the souvenir store of course...
Hope this will help you to save time and money.
A CL — Google review
Nice place to discover. However if you don’t speak any French don’t visit. Everything is in French (incl tour) and small museum during the tour. So besides the the nice views during the train ride, we did not understand anything. Please add at least English options :)
Thomas vd Brink — Google review
NO TICKETS REFUND
We bought tickets online, thinking that we had to book in advance during off-peak periods. We were unable to travel due to illness and had no way to change, exchange or cancel our tickets either online or by phone, even though this is not listed on the website.
When I finally managed to contact someone by email I was told that any ticket purchased on the internet cannot be refunded.
You have to go to the ticket office in France, which is very practical for a tourist site during Covid period! We lost 30Eur, really i can’t recommend this site to anyone traveling
msc inconnu — Google review
They do not have tours in English or any other language. Only French! I guess us non French speakers are not welcome. It does not state on the website that the tour is only in French. However a star given for the nice scenery and the little information leaflet I was given in English. Bring mosquito repellent too as there were a few tiger mosquitos about and a bottle of water - it's quite pricey in the shop.
Em — Google review
5 star for the instagram worthy photos. 1 star for the terrible and arrogant customer service. During peak season, you can not drive your car you will have to take their train, it cost 13 euros as of June 2023. Train tickets get sold out in advance, highly recommend booking train ticket online in advance. Train will take around 1 hour with several stops, however most of the stops are ok for photos but not great. The train tour is given in French only, they do not speak English at all. In fact all the cashiers and staff don’t speak English or pretend don’t speak any English at all.
If you miss your train or early, you can not get on early or get on late, you miss it you lose it.
The train ticket does not include walk in.. where you have to purchase that for additional 9 euros per person.
To get the best photo, better to walk in and explore on your feet. The spot where you can see the castle provides the best location for photo.
However I don’t recommend taking the train .
Walk in is available at the automatic gate , the ticket is good for one entrance and one exit. You will also get one yellow vest as well.
You can try to get on the train and get off /explore on foot. Walk back to the gate and wait for the next train to leave and exit with the crowd.
The lake will shine pink when it’s sunny only, so do not come on rainy or cloudy days. Come either during morning or afternoon.
If you travel by foot, bring sunscreen, water and maybe a hat. There is no shade at all
Rick Zheng — Google review
The trip on the little train was brilliant. Now I’ve read reviews by English people saying it was bad because there was no translation but I say embrace the opportunity to just listen to some French and appreciate the views which are spectacular! The driver of the train tells you stuff and is clearly passionate about salt! You stop to look around a little museum and another stop to climb a mound of salt for spectacular views! If anything it is worth it just for this. Saw flamingos and hummingbird moths and dragonflies flew alongside and through the train. If you have a big proper job camera, probably don’t even think about using this as you are rattling all over the place. Use your phone and save your big camera for the top of the salt mound.
Paula Love — Google review
Loved it because if the wonderful natural phenomenon of red water. Very very beautiful sight. We went in by foot (without a guide) and payed approximately 8€ each. A few tips:
Come in late afternoon for the most redness, but before 16.30 (because they stop letting people in here)
Bring sun lotion, something to drink and good walking shoes. There is zero shade and zero spots to sit down in there. If you want to go a full circuit it'll take a long time. We walked inwards for like 30 minutes and back out again the way we came.
Alma Manley — Google review
Not bad, but maybe is better the tour with bike if you enjoy taking pictures. Train is a bit the same after 30 min despite the tour takes to a salt mountain and the guide explains the salt production.
Gabriel Morcillo — Google review
We did the train ride tour. Beautiful views, very friendly driver and very interesting. I only wish that the information on the train was also in English. If you are going there and have a bike you’re in luck since you can bike wherever you want and stop for pictures wherever you want.
The Amphitheatre of Nîmes retains much of the ancient Roman architecture and features regular concerts and events. It is a popular venue for gigs and events, with an auditorium that seats 24,000 people.
A very well preserved and presented Roman Gladiatorial arena. The supplied interactive audio guide is well made and intuitive to use. The staff are friendly and helpful. You can visit the arena almost in its entirety, with gladiator and matador costume rooms available beneath the podiums. An escape game is also available with hidden riddles and challenges to find and complete around the arena. Descriptive information panels are posted around the arena in multiple languages. If this wasn't your main reason for visiting Nîmes, it should at least be your second. 5/5 must visit.
James H (Time to try) — Google review
An outstanding Roman arena undergoing a lot of restoration work. Entry was 10 euros though there are family tickets as well. There is an option to have audio commentary once you are inside. Toilets are on site. There is a bar but only open for events. The exit is through the gift shop which doesn't appear to be too expensive.
Travel and living in France — Google review
This is a TOP visit if you are around Nîmes, an incredible view from the past, a living museum! Don’t miss it !
For my big surprise, pet friendly for small dogs.
Jimena Veronica Carroz — Google review
There was a queue to buy tickets but it moved fast. We spent almost hours walking around while listening to the interesting narration of the audi guide; about the history of the amphitheatre and it's purpose. The visit was totally worth it.
victoria nyaga — Google review
Stunning on the outside, but the inside is not worth a visit if you’ve been to Verona or Rome. It’s mainly scaffolding with tribunes for shows. So nothing majorly nice to look at and not photogenic either. You can save yourself the 10 Euro entry fee per adult.
If you go though, make sure to get the combo ticket that also only costs 10 Euros and allows also entry to the Tour Magne.
A V — Google review
The Amphitheatre of Nîmes is a sight to behold. Standing at an impressive 21 metres tall, the intact colleseum immerses you into ancient Nîmes.
The restoration projects that have been ongoing for some 10 years have made a lot of significant and beautiful refurbishments that only enhance the Amphitheatre. While I appreciate the remaining half in the authentic, as it was, way.
The "City of the Gods" show was spectacular and a pleasure for all, too.
Make sure you book tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.
Fraser McKnespiey — Google review
No other words than amazing. It's said to be the best preserved Roman amphitheater and after visiting a few I have to agree. If you are in the area I highly recommend visiting. On my visit the amphitheater was set for a concert and I'm still happy to have seen its beautiful. I visited on a saturday and it was not busy
Mike M — Google review
Big and beautiful ancient arena, now turn into a concert hall.
Looking outside is much more interesting and grand. But inside pretty much full of tool, concert equipments.
The audio is interesting to explain about the place and you can visit only half of the arena, due to under construction.
Pasan Sensouk — Google review
Amazing Roman architecture, they were setting up a concert hall when I went to visit. They provide you a mobile tour guide in different languages and there is a nice souvenir shop on the way out.
Suzette E — Google review
Beautiful and amazon Arena, dated s. I D.C. so almost 2000 years and still splendurous and astonishing. Now under big renovation but still can visit this historical monument. Specially recommended to take photos during sunset time but also night time.
Carlos — Google review
Nimes amphitheatre is another beautiful example of Roman architecture. It was built around 100 AD and is well-preserved today. It was once used for gladiator fights and still hosts various events such as bullfights, concerts and other events. While smaller than the Colosseum in Rome, I was still amazed by the size and design of the arena. I highly recommend going all the way to the top level to enjoy great views of Nimes and the amphitheatre itself.
B Schmidt — Google review
Very cool Roman amphitheater with a comprehensive audio guide (several languages available) that is more interesting and entertaining than most. Just be sure to bring a photo ID. Very friendly employees here as well who speak English. We didn’t buy tickets in advance but it wasn’t too busy and there was virtually no wait.
Lots of concerts/festivals during the summer so unfortunately the middle of the arena was set up with a stage and sound booth etc. - a unique location if you’re attending a concert here but still worth a visit if you’re not.
Joycelin Wong — Google review
The Arena is in really good shape. However, a day before we visited it there was a concert inside, so we had a ”pleasure” to see all the construction related to it - that made a negative impact on our experience. Besides, there was a strong smell of urine on the ground floor.
Despite the above, a place with great history, well preserved, definitely worth seeing.
Maciej Żebrok — Google review
One of the most preserved roman amphitheatres / arenas I have ever seen. The tickets are also affordable and you get an audio guide with it by default. There is also a good souvenir shop at the exit of the arena. Definitely recommended place to visit.
Ivan Antunovic — Google review
The amphitheater is a beautiful and historic Roman arena that will inspire any intrepid traveller with an interest in Roman history.
There is an audioguide available for anyone interested in learning more about the history of the arena and is a worthwhile addition when looking around the amphitheater.
At the exit of the arena there is a shop where people can buy souvenirs.
There is a combination ticket available to buy that also includes access to the Maison Carrée and the Tour Magne, I’d recommend buying it if you’re interested in site seeing Nîmes.
I’d definitely recommend visiting the Amphitheater of Nîmes.
Simon Jones — Google review
It’s definitely worth buying the combo ticket to visit the Maison Carrée” and the museum, though we didn’t have time to visit the latter. The arena is very well preserved and a pleasure to visit. It’s still hosting many types of events. A must see in the region, definitely recommended.
Eric Le Roux — Google review
Super beautiful to look at from the outside and nice to see the inside of, but not worth the cost of admission. There isn't much to see inside.
Jason Fair (Nomadic Nerd Project) — Google review
Nice Roman amphitheater in Nimes. Arrived too late so I could not visit the archaeological museum right opposite. Would be good to visit both the museum and the amphitheater.
Gloria Tan — Google review
Be warned that you need photo identification (not a passport!) to borrow the audio guide or you can use the online guide - not so convenient if you are international roaming. Last resort are the attached info sheets.
Justin Dabner — Google review
The Nîmes Amphitheatre is an incredible testament to Roman engineering and architecture. This well-preserved arena is not only an important historical site but also a venue for concerts and events today. Walking through its corridors and seating areas transports you back in time, evoking the grandeur of ancient gladiatorial contests. The scale and preservation of this amphitheater are truly awe-inspiring, making it a must-visit attraction in Nîmes. Whether you're interested in history, architecture, or simply want to immerse yourself in the past, the Nîmes Amphitheatre delivers a memorable experience.
The Ornithological Park Pont de Gau, located north of the city of Marseille, is a premier spot for birdwatchers. The reserve has trails for walking and biking, as well as viewing platforms with excellent views of the wetlands and marshes where pink flamingos and herons live. Other migratory and seasonal birds can also be spotted here. There is a care center for sick or injured birds as well.
A beautiful morning spent marveling at countless flamingoes and other bird life in the natural marshland habitats. Do come with zoom camera or binoculars! Also remember to get your ticket stamped so that you can do re-entry if wanting to come again after lunch. Overall a must do if you’re in the area
Y Wong — Google review
Really nice park where you can observe lots of animals, mostly birds like flamingos, for only 7.50 euros per person and 5 euros for children! You can also rent some binoculars for 5 euros which I recommend because you will be able to observe a lot more animals like the beavers and the nutrias who are a bit shy.
By visiting this park you will walk quite a lot: there are two parts one of 3 km and the other about 4.5 km but it's a really nice walk in between all the animals!
Unfortunately the information boards that explain the different animals are only in french.
Alicia Ulbrich — Google review
That’s a great place which is interesting both for adults and kids as well as professionals photographers and ornithologists. You can see lots of various birds and animals there. Also there is additional information about their life and behaviour explaining some aspects and factors about these amazing creatures.
Kirill Maksimkin — Google review
Fantastic place, absolutely worth to visit! You can observe in nature many kinds of birds (sleeping pink flamingos were the best!) and water animals like beavers. Having a good quality full frame digital camera with telephoto lens might be a huge benefit. We spent there around 3 hours but you can see the most spectacar views within the first hour so it's worth to visit even if you have more limited time.
Mariusz Boguszewski — Google review
So well done. Far more than just flamingos and oversized rodents - the walking routes and viewpoints are quite magical on a sunny afternoon. You can leave when you want, so do stay for the sunset if you wish, but make sure you have a good pair of binoculars.
Mark Hanna — Google review
We came upon this hidden gem while driving from Montpellier to Arles. Totally unexpected, what a lovely surprise it was. The amount of flamingos were astounding. The park was nicely maintained in a natural setting. Wonderful experience.
Chada V — Google review
Lots of flamingos, great views, you can rent binoculars for 5 or 9 euros (2 different tiers) for some up close bird viewing
Constantine Turtsevich — Google review
Just WOW!
A beautiful reserve with excellent walks, guides and seating giving you every chance to watch flamingos, gulls, egrets and herons amongst the wetlands and islands, as well as the occasional coypu.
Immaculately kept, with no rubbish.
We met staff watching nests who let us use their monoculars.
Only €7.50 for an adult.
You can take your own picnic, and a basic cafe serves drinks (cash only).
Although entrance closes at 6pm you can stay til "dusk" and still get out through turnstile.
Bike racks both inside and out.
Toilets basic but functional.
Well worth a visit 🙂👍🏻
Marcus Wilde — Google review
I was sceptical at first. What is so amazing about watching a few birds? But I have to admit I really enjoyed it! Totally recommend the park! And the path through the park is very pretty!
Na Sowas — Google review
26€ for a family of 4. spent about 2 hrs here and bought our own lunch. there was a restaurant in site to buy a simple lunch for very affordable prices. the flamingos were stunning in their natural habitat. lots of photo opportunities. lots of information boards in french and English. parking directly outside for free but during summer it gets full so park along the road.
Charlene Elliott — Google review
This place is amazing and a heaven for bird enthusiasts and common men alike. The birds here are used to seeing people and aren't afraid of them.
If you are an avid birder then they have an extended path with bird hides to do some proper birding.
We went there in mid Feb, which isn't exactly the birding season of the region but we still saw plenty of birds, resident and winter migrators alike.
Some of the hides weren't properly maintained, like we had a bush growing in front of a hide which cast a shadow in all of my pics 🫤
nidhin chandran — Google review
We drove 45 minutes to get there and it was worth every minute incredible! Great for Bird Photography. I only took one photo with my iPhone at our picnic spot, apparently Google maps and reviews don’t like photos taken with the canon R5
Robert Alexander — Google review
One of my first natural parks, truly an emotion! I will not have seen all the species contained in this gigantic park but only being able to see how much fauna still lives in nature (obviously controlled) and thrives in this way. I had really never seen flamingos before and this visit really amazed me.There are routes suitable for families and for the more adventurous who want to discover the whole natural park, there are numerous truly appreciated lookout posts. I truly recommend it to anyone🤩🤩
J_Gogo — Google review
Very nice bird park that is nicely set up to balance the good of the birds along with getting nice views. There are two walking areas with paths and we took the shorter one which was about a mile and a half. This is clearly the flamingo season and there were hundreds of them everywhere. It was beautiful. A very nice stop and handy to Arles.
Steve Hartig — Google review
Charming Park: Crowds of flamingos are just around the corner, cool educational content to learn more about these amazing birds. Flamingos undoubtedly attract the main attention, but there are a huge number of other birds in the park - storks, cranes, etc. Excellent walking routes, equipped places for recreation and picnics.
Lyubov R — Google review
Too many visitors on a sunny Friday. I saw these kind a birds in the wild before in the area. Too many mosquitos. Terrible bathrooms. Euro 8 for adults.
Jen Coh — Google review
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RD 570 Lieu dit Pont de Gau, 13460 Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France
The Church of Notre-Dame-de-la-Mer is a Romanesque pilgrimage site dating back several centuries. The church is known for its ancient well and beautiful terrace, which provides a panoramic view but can be slippery in places. Visitors should exercise caution when going up or down the port side roof. The church also hosts an interesting annual Gypsy procession on May 24th and 25th, featuring music, dance and a statue of Black Maria.
Beautiful little church that honors the memory of Saints Marie and also Sara, allows you to go up and see all of Saintes Marie de la mer, a really nice place. Inside then there are all the ex votos of past centuries that are remembered in the showcases. The story that encloses the well of baptism inside the church is interesting, which was the only source of fresh water for the whole city in the past.
J_Gogo — Google review
Small but a beautiful church - the terrasse is a must visit which might not be accessible for babies and senior people. The panoramic view on the terrasse is great but needs to be careful because the roof (the port side) is slippery when getting down.
Chris G — Google review
Impressive, free entrance. The only place worth visiting in Saint-Maries-de-la-Mer, in my opinion.
Jen Coh — Google review
Lovely church from outside. Inside nothing to see... Around the church there are a lot of restaurant... for tourist...
Michel Vervenne — Google review
Really nice church! You can visit the top of the church and it is very cheap! You can get the tickets at the entry before you go up the stairs.(make sure not to go too late in the evening because it gets quite crowded, on the other hand you will be able to see a beautiful sun set so it's for you to decide.) Once arrived at the top you can enjoy a stunning view over the town! Make sure you bring your camera :). Once you finished the roof tour you can go back down and enjoy the inside of the church. The entry for the inside of the church is free and very nice too but make sure you don't go when they are having a ceremony.
Alicia Ulbrich — Google review
Go at the top for a wonderful overview of the surrounding Camargue, in the crypt see the effigie of Ste Sarah the supposed servant of Mary Magdalene and protector of the Gypsies.
Philippe Quentin — Google review
Nice church to visit. You can reach the roof of the church through narrow stairs and get a good view of the city, the sea and the port.
Prashant Kurup — Google review
beautiful view on top of the church. you can climb the roof even! it’s a nice viewpoint in saint maries de la mer
Christinne Cuyugan — Google review
Great roman church go on the roof for an amazing view
Romain — Google review
interesting church. If you happen to be around here on 24, 25th of May there is a gipsy precesson. With a statue of black Maria, lots of music, dance etc....People sleeping in vans around the town
Igor Fabjan — Google review
Godly view. And great, affordable candles.
Kornél Farkas — Google review
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2 Pl. de l'Église, 13460 Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France
The Pont du Gard is a remarkable aqueduct bridge that was constructed by the Romans in the 1st century AD. It spans over three well-preserved arched tiers and stands as one of the most well-preserved ancient infrastructures found in Europe. The structure boasts an impressive level of symmetry, with rhythmic repetition of arches that exude strength and nobility. Its status as a World Heritage Site attests to its historical significance and architectural beauty.
What a spectacular historical site. Perfect place to spend the day outdoors with kids and dogs. Lots of lovely walking trails and beautiful scenery.
There’s a climb up the hill next to the bridge which leads to a panoramic view point, which is definitely worth the climb.
Aviva — Google review
Amazing place to visit. The bridge itself is astonishing. There is a big car park nearby, you pay 9€ for the whole day and you get to access the area for free. Don't miss the view points that allow you to see the bridge from above. We visited in July and the temperature was torrid, but it was absolutely worth it.
Francesco Libardoni — Google review
Fantastic place to visit. This is great spot for a picnic, wild swimming and canoeing. All with this stunning Roman bridge as a backdrop. In summer there is a free drone and light show that is definitely worth watching.
Daniela Barani — Google review
A stunning place to bring the family. A beautiful site representing mind blowing Roman engineering with the added fun of swimming, kayaking and cliff jumping. Very nice restaurant in the area too. 9 euros to park for the day and about a 5-10 min stroll to the pont.
Ciaran Harkin — Google review
The Pont du Gard is an architectural masterpiece that truly captivates with its fascinating design. Its majestic arches, meticulously constructed by the ancient Romans, stand as a testament to their engineering prowess. The bridge's blend of form and function is simply awe-inspiring.
Surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, the Pont du Gard offers stunning scenery that enhances the overall experience. The gentle flow of the river beneath the bridge adds to the tranquil atmosphere, making it a perfect place to relax and soak in the surroundings.
One of the notable aspects of this site is its commitment to cleanliness and environmental preservation. The Pont du Gard is remarkably well-maintained, ensuring that visitors can appreciate its historical and natural charm without distraction.
The crystal-clear waters of the river that runs beneath the bridge are a sight to behold, and the opportunity to swim or simply dip your toes in this pristine river is a refreshing bonus.
I left the Pont du Gard with a deep sense of wonder and a promise to myself that I would revisit this extraordinary place someday. It's a destination that leaves a lasting impression and beckons you to return, making it a must-visit for anyone seeking a blend of history, natural beauty, and tranquility.
Aidid Roslan — Google review
Go to left bank where you have big parking and all facilities. Right bank is accessible by walk.
Definitely a place to see, considering the scale and how well it is preserved. 2000 years… man… and you regret that your apartment was not built by Rome Empire.
R K (MRTMouseSavage) — Google review
Roman aqueduct, museum and Mediterranean gardens. This historic site is on the UNESCO world heritage list and is a location where you could spend all day or just an hour to see the basics of the site. It is an affordable adventure for the entire family.
Happy Ox — Google review
Another lovely Roman project still in good shape! We arrived quite late but still have fantastic time here. We have to deep in the tempting water as well . Warm and clean with rocky beaches and rocky bed (water shoes helped children). Sadly we leaving soon and can't come back for more this year! I don't think the all day parking charge is expensive at all €9!
You can't please everyone! Coffee /ice-cream and snacks on site also clean toilets! Highly recommended!
Marcin Zieba — Google review
Just amazing. Unbelievable architecture for it's time. Really impressive seeing it up close. €9 for parking but then free to visit the site. Worth seeing from above viewpoints, down on the riverbed, and take the walk across to the other side. Take your swimmers for a cool off dip after!
Jarrod Hunt — Google review
Unfortunately we visited on a rainy day, but the bridge still looks beautiful. If you’re there on a sunny day, take your time and walk the route provided around the bridge. For best pictures, walk a bit farther to get an overview of the bridge.
You can find more information about the bridge at the museum which only costs €6.50.
It can be a bit crowded (we were there on a weekday and there were plenty of people) and you will need to pay €9 for parking.
Bella Swajaya — Google review
Very beautiful even after all these years. You can either enjoy the view or go swimming. We paid 9€ for parking, there's a "touist area" with shops and so on, I guess that's necessary, but it didn't really deduct anything from the overall experience.
Toke Sinding — Google review
Wow, amazing, one of the coolest things we saw in Europe. We did not do the guided tour which you need to do if you want to walk the top. We would do that next time, but just hiking near Pont du Gard is awesome.
Michael Mahaffey — Google review
You think an aqueduct is nothing special? Think again! This is the tallest Roman bridge-aqueduct in the world, standing at 48m high, which dates back over 2000 years.
The whole area is well-maintained and almost like a huge park. It is perfect for a Picknick, a meal on the terrace of the restaurant with a view of the aqueduct a mountain bike tour, a hike or just to chill near the river and have a swim in summer.
A V — Google review
It's the most visited site in France and it's a UNESCO World Heritage site, that says something about it.
The parking is charged at 9€ per vehicle and there are no other charges for visiting the site but the museum visit is at additional cost.
The place is quite beautiful and has small hiking paths all around it, you can get some pretty good views of the aqueduct if you venture a little into the woods.
nidhin chandran — Google review
This is one of the coolest things to see. How Roman made things still are around still stuns me and many, not something often seen in the United States. Easy to walk and if you go further down, can get great photos as well as dip you toes in the water on a hot day.
Kelly Atwood — Google review
A huge monument that blends into the landscape ... pure poetry. Since Roman times this aqueduct has remained standing and demonstrates its solidity and quality, but the most beautiful thing is how man managed to enhance it and merge it with his interests. The Rhône River is used as a seaside resort where everyone gathers to have fun and enjoy a day of relaxation. I really liked it and it is definitely worth its fame, so why not pay us a visit? 🤩
J_Gogo — Google review
What an experience! The bridge is such a jaw-dropping piece of architecture, and there is so much to see and do here. You can go swimming and hiking, you can chill and eat with a view, you can buy souvenirs, and you can visit the museum and exhibitions.
Entrance is free of charge (the museum and exhibition cost extra), and parking is 9€ for 24 hours (you could even stay overnight with a caravan or mobile home, if you don’t need any amenities or electricity).
In my opinion a perfect and affordable place for a day out. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
Pia Frank — Google review
Great historic site. Well kept. If you want to enjoy the area and get the most out of it and the walking tracks around, make sure you give yourself plenty of time and get there early. Parking is €9 per vehicle.
Corzzaful — Google review
The Pont du Gard is truly a marvel to behold, with its gigantic aqueduct showcasing incredible Roman architecture. Seeing it in person is even more awe-inspiring. The sheer scale of the structure is amazing! In addition to its architectural significance, there's also a swimming area nearby, adding to the appeal. However, it's important to note that the area can get scorching hot, so be prepared for the heat when visiting. Overall, experiencing the Pont du Gard is an unforgettable journey back in time and a testament to the ingenuity of ancient engineering.
Sue Real — Google review
This aqueduct is gigantic even more so in person. What a great Roman architecture, just amazing! There’s also a swimming area here. It gets scorching hot here so make sure you come down here May or June.
Suzette E — Google review
This bridge is legendary, the place is very special. At any time of the day you can feel a fascination and all tourists behave with equal respect and consideration. This is particularly noticeable in the garbage that ends up in the trash can here and not in nature.
Most people approach from the left side because that's where the parking lot is. The bridge takes you to the right side of the river and there is also a nice swimming opportunity there.
What makes the place so fascinating? On the one hand, the history, an enormous construction achievement. On the other hand, the play of colors at all times of the day. All the people start building a small dam out of the stones. Whether 5 years old or over 70 years old.
15 years ago you could still cross the bridge at the very top of the watercourse. This is now blocked. Nevertheless, the climb is worth it because the view of the bridge is unique. Likewise the tunnel above, which also had to be built for the aqueduct.
Tassilo Kubitz — Google review
A must!
Pictures don’t do justice to the beauty of the bridge and its surroundings. Make sure to have some time to sit at the cafe once you cross the bridge to enjoy the view. Went in November with not many tourists and the calm was much appreciated
Andrea Akl — Google review
The Pont du Gard is an impressive testament to ancient engineering, standing majestically over the river below. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, it's a marvel that connects us directly to the ingenuity of the Romans.
The scenery around the bridge is picturesque, offering panoramic views that are a treat for the eyes and a haven for photographers. The lush greenery and the gently flowing river create a tranquil ambiance that's perfect for a leisurely stroll or a picnic.
I visited on a weekend, and as expected, it was quite bustling with visitors. If you prefer a quieter experience, I'd recommend going before noon when the crowds are thinner.
Armin Vahdat — Google review
What a cool place to visit. I only wish we had more time. My husband and I would have liked to have hiked the entire place. We did go up to the bridge and did the steps to the top. I would have liked to have gone on the other side!
The Arles Amphitheatre, which is still in use today for bullfighting and other community events, was originally built in the Roman era as a place to watch gladiator fights and wild animal shows. It's long, oval shape and large capacity makes it an interesting attraction for visitors to the area.
We were looking forward to visit this site since some time. We have watched several YouTube videos about this touristic attraction before we even knew will visit Arles. Overall the place did not disappoint us. The huge structure which dated since almost 2000 years made us appreciate the care of the local authorities to preserve and maintain this important site. We recommend taking the time and sit on one of the benches while imagining what went on the are a many hundreds of years ago. The views from one of the towers is great too.
Georgiana Ioana — Google review
A truly wonderfully preserved example of an ancient Roman amphitheatre. You can walk around freely and really explore this amazing venue and imagine how the place must have been in the ancient times. Wonderfully preserved and in great condition. If you are lucky you can even visit when they have concerts and other events here.
Kartik Natarajan — Google review
Visiting the Ampitheatre in Arles is like embarking on a mesmerizing journey through time. This ancient Roman amphitheater holds a captivating aura that transports you back to a bygone era. The grandeur of its architecture and the rich history it embodies make it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and those seeking to immerse themselves in the past. Exploring the Colosseum allows you to imagine the spectacles and events that once took place within its walls, igniting your imagination and leaving you in awe of the ancient world. If you have the opportunity, visiting the Colosseum in Arles is an unforgettable experience that brings history to life.
E.T. Oatmeal — Google review
The Arles Amphitheatre is a remarkably well-preserved Roman building, showcasing the architectural prowess of ancient Rome. Over the last 200 years, it has been meticulously conserved and partially rebuilt, offering visitors a glimpse into its historical significance. While there are many steps to navigate, especially for those wishing to visit the towers, a short climb grants access to the main seating area, where you can soak in the atmosphere of ancient spectacles. It's fascinating to note that the site is still in use for modern events, adding to its allure. An essential visit for fans of Rome and anyone interested in experiencing history come to life.
Sue Real — Google review
A very well preserved arena! Would have liked to see more history/information but still lovely nonetheless. Incredible structure that makes one feel a great sense of wonder!
Miranda Engholm — Google review
Very well preserved Roman building. It was conserved and partially rebuilt over last 200 years. There are a LOT of steps, if you want to visit the towers. But a short climb gets you to the main seating area. The site is still in use for modern events. Essential visit for fans of Rome.
Doug Neilson — Google review
This is an excellent example and pne of over 200 Roman amphitheaters throughout Europe. The entry price is very reasonable and on my friday visit there were very few people. Its a must see if you are in the area
Mike M — Google review
90 A.D. is when the Romans built the structure that is still used today. We walked around in the rain and for the most part we stayed dry walking through the arches and hallways.
Alan Musselman — Google review
A reasonably well-preserved place with a hint of modernity. Historical object that is used today with little modification. A beautiful place with a soul, you can feel the history here.
Kamila Wiatr — Google review
Colosseum's always fascinate me so I enjoyed walking through. Fortunately I didn't have to pay because it was French historical day so that was excellent. If it costs more than €10 and your limited on funds, maybe reconsider because it's still great to see it from the outside as well. But definitely worth checking out if you can.
Henry Munroe — Google review
It’s always impressive to see this kind of architecture even from outside only. The old town surrounding the arena is cute. Tons of cool architecture in the narrow streets.
Roody Khalil — Google review
Visiting the Amphitheatre in Arles is like a trip back through time. While there are other similar relics (think the colosseum in Rome) I doubt any other is as well preserved, as accessible as uncrowded. The morning we were visited there were multiple tour groups (the river cruises docked that morning) but they were tiny given the capacity of the Amphitheatre. Our first visit to a Roman relic of this size and it was amazing - a real trip backwards in time. This alone was worth the trip to Arles. A must see!
David Silversmith — Google review
Walking around it is enough to get a fine idea and feel for the place. The interior is not as impressive. There are plenty of other things to do and visit in Arles.
If your time is limited, just walk around and keep enjoying the town. There are some great restaurants across the arena to enjoy the view.
Rafael Gonzalez-Arnau — Google review
Super interesting. They have a map/illustration of how the amphitheatre became a walled city during middle ages. People moved in, built homes, a plaza, a church! The entry points became city doors. Must visit.
There is an amazing little restaurant right outside (sorry, can't remember the name!) but the food was magnificent.
Here is my monkey "Lenin" enjoying the sun!
Amatista — Google review
Not much to see from outside but… a drone makes a difference.
So, our Mini 2 was allowed to fly and here you can see the effect. In theory one can see the spectacle from air, though am not sure how well it is enlightened.
I strongly recommend to come and to see it. And to have „Taureau Camarguais” - regional beef dish with local rice. Delicious and must have.
R K (MRTMouseSavage) — Google review
No long wait till you can get in. Good for younger people if you want to climb up. Good for photography. Great piece of history
Jaana M — Google review
Ancient Roman ruins almost intact. Gladiators fought for freedom.
Easy to find from the town square with plenty of cafes, small restaurants and some retail outlets.
Toilets 🚻 are found in the square.
Colino1861 recommended ✅️
Colin Wilkins — Google review
The arena at Nîmes is wonderful but the arena at Arles simply knocks it out of the park. What is left after the Arlésiens mined it for stones to build other things is incredibly well preserved. You can climb right up to the top seats and get a wonderful view of the town.
lisadomino — Google review
Small entrance out the front, so queue can be long. It’s a massive amphitheater which was cool however not much to see, just going up and around. So you won’t need a lot of time here.
Would be a bit challenging for children and older people with the steps and lack of safety.
Yeephang Wong — Google review
The amphitheater in Arles is amazing, as is the city itself. We enjoyed every minute here. Everything in the city has Roman history which I really liked. Any recommendation for visiting Arles, its sights, as well as small wonderful cafes. definitely pay attention to the fact that Van Gogh also lived and worked in this city, so you will be able to find a lot of postcards and other souvenirs with his works, and you can also visit the cafe that Vincent painted.
The Carrières de Lumières is an art center situated in ancient quarries in the village of Baux-de-Provence in southern France. The center hosts exhibitions of digital art that project the imagery of famous artists like Picasso and Van Gogh on century old limestone walls.
What a form of art it is! The blend of light and music with this art will make you feel immersed into it. It will be a wonderful experience for anyone regardless of their interest in art. The theme when I went was "Venice, La Serenissima"
This is a great form of art expression and exhibition and would be happy to visit again as they have changing themes.
Gnanavel Chandramohan — Google review
This place is amazing. I guess it was once a mine but the acoustics are amazing and they have decked the place out with high grade projectors and a serious sound system. They project animated art accompanied by music. It really is a magical experience.
Havelock Vetinari — Google review
We were invited and informed in advance that it is an experience we will not forget 😇 (Vincent Van Gogh). And so it happened, I expected a lot, but the mastered projection on the walls and the floor, supported by even better acoustics, wow, beauty, I will never forget this experience. 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
Ji?? Kar?sek Cestovatel — Google review
Wow… I could have stayed for hours. Went on a Wednesday so saw the special Tintin exposition. The mix of visuals, sounds, music, vibe… never smiled so much at walls.
Very much recommended if you are in the area!
Andrea Akl — Google review
What an incredible experience!! Art in a way i'd never seen... and heard!
The magnificence of the place on its own would be enough to warrant a visit. Add a perfect blend of music and visuals and you get a show you just can't miss.
S?rgio Coelho Santos — Google review
What a treat to stop during our bike ride and see this excellent show! The visuals were stunning, the music was excellent and it was cool inside. There was a place to secure our bikes while we were there.
Gregory Smith — Google review
Beautiful place for digital art expositions. But be careful. It’s easy to get lost when it’s dark inside in between of the shows - huge open space. You’ll get an astonishing experience through visual, music and art!
Kirill Maksimkin — Google review
Une petite visite rafraîchissante : il fait 16° dans la carrière.
Les mercredis, samedis et dimanches c'est une spéciale Tintin qui est projetée sur les murs, donc pas de tableaux de grands maîtres.
Une immersion totale et impressionnante !!!
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A refreshing little visit: it's 16° in the quarry.
On Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, a Tintin special is projected on the walls, so no paintings by old masters.
A total and impressive immersion !!!
Karine Andre — Google review
Fantastic experience, nothing can prepare for what you are about to see. Huge, cavernous, art tastefully displayed and respected and the music perfectly complements everything. Amazing experience!
Sergio (Serg19) — Google review
This is an absolute MUST see! It's quite simply breathtaking. My teenagers were spellbound but when we took them a younger children, they were equally impressed. Go early in the morning to avoid the crowds and book in advance as you approach the high summer season. It's a little chilly inside so pack a jumper if you're visiting, even in summer. No dogs are allowed inside at all so be mindful of this if travelling with your furry friend.
Massilia 22 — Google review
Really above expectations. Beautiful presentation in a mountain. It already starts with the beautiful route to the location. Parking 🅿️ is paid, but enough spots and some will require some more walking. Location is children and wheelchair friendly. Even the kids enjoyed the show as the complete location is part of the presentation. Beautiful storyline and nice that there are multiple benches to sit, relax and to enjoy the show. It’s worth it to do a round and view the show from different angles. Cafe/lunch section is not the greatest but ok 👍🏻.
Alex G — Google review
Magnifique rétrospective des peintres par contre pas vraiment convaincu par tintin. C'est bien mais trop statique un peu dommage .. attention petit parking près de l'entrée, donc peu de place . Pas de possibilité de prendre un billet unique pour les deux prestations 😞. On peut rester dans l'enceinte et regarder plusieurs fois le spectacle c'est un plus ....
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Magnificent retrospective of painters on the other hand not really convinced by tintin. It's good but too static a bit of a shame .. be careful, small car park near the entrance, so little space. No possibility of taking a single ticket for both services 😞. We can stay in the enclosure and watch the show several times, that's a plus....
Veronique BERTRAND — Google review
We went for the Tintin exhibition, it was really awesome for the kids and me. Whoever read and like the comics would love that experience. Entrance fee (family pack 41€) worth the value. Need to check in advance as the Tintin one is only few days a week, and exhibitions are turning over the year. Restroom are inside. Count around 1h to 1h30 for the full visit.
Rom?o Dimier Degrange — Google review
A totally immersive experience that’s stunning in its creativity, use of multi media and the wonderful setting. Wherever one stands there’s a new vista of sound and vision. Limited parking nearby, especially for larger vehicles so arrive early and be prepared to spend a couple of hours to enjoy the whole experience.
Malcolm Ryan — Google review
Great use of a quarry space for a great multimedia performance. Could not watch the Cocteau film because it was only in French without subtitles.
Gloria Tan — Google review
Amazing place of art and usage of a place. Highly recommended for all who love art. Multimedia presentation of van Gogh was excellent and unique. We spent 3 h inside. There is also a dining area with toilets. Just be aware that parking is very expensive for the first hour (5€), we paid 6.5€ for 3 hours. The entry fee was 14.5 € for an adult. Inside was nice cold, just perfect regarding that outside was 34 C.
Luka Mitrovic — Google review
The immersive light show exhibition is a breathtaking fusion of art and technology, casting the impassioned brushstrokes of Van Gogh and his Impressionist contemporaries onto an expansive canvas that envelops the entire space. In the heart of the Baux de Provence region, the raw beauty of the artists' work is amplified, creating a symphony of light that dances across every surface, inviting the viewer into a vivid world where color and texture come alive. This is not just an exhibition; it's a sensory journey that intertwines the soul of Impressionism with the pulse of the present.
Armin Vahdat — Google review
I have never seen anything so beautiful!! Truly the organization and idea of using this quarry It really is rewarding. A feast for the eyes, the play of light and the different animations to give life to the art. I advise you to pass because it is a beautiful place especially for the families. After that you can visit the chateau baux by walking 5 minutes
J_Gogo — Google review
One of the most amazing and beautiful things I've seen in my life. Absolutely stunning.
For me, a much better experience than visiting the village nearby. If I could give 10 stars, I would.
Markus Omega — Google review
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The Pont Saint-Benezet bridge, which spans the Rhone, is a well-known medieval structure. Constructed in 1185, it was once connecting Avignon with Villeneuve-les-Avignon. However, over time it was repeatedly damaged by floods and ultimately only four of its original arches remain.
A remarkable story and piece of history.
I liked the audio guide and we purchased our ticket for the bridge as part of a 3 part package with the Pope's Palace and gardens for just £17/person.
Make sure you take the time to go downstairs at the end of the tour to view the film room. There is some very interesting information on the restoration of the bridge and the most incredible reconstructed image on the wall of what all 22 arches would have looked like.
Highly recommend
Samantha Platt — Google review
Includere in the ticket. So must see too!
Historical monument + love the music.
They also offer little cellphone guide. Love the idea.
Linda Cheng — Google review
You can learn a lot about the history if you pay for the ticket. If you prefer to see amazing buildings or ancient rooms, you are not going to get much “walking on top of the bridge“.
??? — Google review
The famous historic Bridge of Avignon. In fact it is only half bridge as part of it was broken down centuries ago due to changed of streaming of river Rhone. Marvellous walk and Tables with good explanations about construction and history also in English.
A lift allows also access for handicaped onto the Bridge.
Jochen Ickert — Google review
It's simply a must see town in beautiful Provence.
The first impression is building up on approaches, when you drive along the impressive city walls. Parking is easy, with plenty of underground car parks, whichever direction you choose you see something interesting and beautiful. You really feel like being in an old town, surrounded by history. One of the most charming towns in France. Don't miss it of you are near by. It's only around one hour drive from Marseille.
Orpheus Kekus-Villanueva — Google review
It reminds me of the song my mother was singing when I was young ... The view of the river is quite nice. There is an elevator so we can go with a stroller. There is also an audio guide which is nice when you have the time to listen to it and no kids to watch out. It can be dangerous with very young kids, the barriers are not safe and they can easily fall.
Dominique — Google review
Cool to finally see the pont d’Avignon… but it wasn’t that impressive. It was a bit of a let down, to be honest, but it was still a pleasant visit with a beautiful view of the lake!
Vanna Lavery — Google review
The view is a bit disappointing and the main road passing just nearby really removes the charm of this historic site. Audio guide is nice to get to know the history.
C — Google review
It was a very nice day, and the palais de papes was absolutely stunning. I then walked towards the Pont Saint-Benezet, which was an amazing walk because of the many shops and old streets. I had to walk through the old wall, which was gorgeous, and then I laid eyes on the bridge, which was very historical. All in all a great trip.
Cole Wright — Google review
Great spot to visit! Get the combo with the Palais des Papes, garden and Pont Saint-Benezet. You have an audio guide included at the bridge which is very interesting.
Very nice visit that will take you less than an hour.
Marie-Eve Leclerc — Google review
Quite a reasonable destination and the view was pretty. It was only a top up of €2.5 from the palace of popes ticket (although the compound was separate) but it's worth a visit.
Chin Zhi Hui — Google review
There is a free ferry ride on the river where you can probably take a picture from a different point of view. It’s hard to take picture without cars passing, this road is very busy. It’s a great view from above. Come here during sunset specially summertime.
Suzette E — Google review
Historic and world famous monument. You could just admire the bridge from afar, but I think it’s definitely worth paying to go and explore properly.
You’re given a little handheld device which gives you snippets of information along various points of the bridge. Thankfully the recordings only last for less than 2 minutes - which is plenty of time to give you some interesting facts without boring you to tears!
It’s also worth visiting at sunset and when it gets dark - it’s a really beautiful monument at all times of the day and night.
Caroline Findlay — Google review
You're charged a few Euros to get onto the bridge, and there's a small exhibition, but you'll see more of the bridge from either the riverbank or up on the nearby hillside. It's a bit of a 'must do' while in Avignon but you'll not really miss much if you don't have time.
Tom Johnston — Google review
If you are going to see the palace don't buy this separately. €12 palace ticket included this bridge. Nice scenic overview of palace from here.
Ricardo Macpherson-Ortiz — Google review
It is a must see in Avignon - if only because of the famous song. Read the history behind the bridge and how bridges were built in the Middle Ages and are still today. Quite interesting and not too extensive info right before you get on the bridge. The latter is… just a beautiful bridge that abruptly ends in the middle of the Rhône river. But that is a mystery you can learn about as well if you bother to read the above mentioned info.
Antoine Kremer — Google review
I've dreamt of visiting the bridge since I was 14. Today, at 56, the dream came true. "Sur le Pont d'Avignon, on y danse..." blared in my head as I walked along that lovely span that remains. It was everything I hoped for and more. But then again, Avignon is spectacular!
The Palais des Papes is a historical landmark in Avignon, France. It was originally constructed as the home of Pope Clement V and later served as the residence of other popes. The palace is now open to the public and features some beautiful artwork and cultural events.
Amazing castle with very interesting history guide. Chinese is available in the guide. There are incredible wall paintings in the castle where you can’t take photos in those rooms. It’s definitely worth the ticket price and the visit. The 3D castle magnet is very pretty and I couldn’t find the same magnet design elsewhere apart from in the castle souvenir shop. Unfortunately it seems impossible to visit the souvenir shop again once you are out of the gate.
??? — Google review
Beautifully curated and well kept palace. There is so much history to be discovered, and so many new things to explore. It is very well kept, with cleaning every few weeks, for the outside. The town surrounding is very touristy, with many shops and restaurants to see. I would recommend going into the palace after lunch, so that you'll go in not starving.
Cole Wright — Google review
The visitor experience here is really well done. We didn’t buy tickets ahead of time but there wasn’t much of a wait (<5 min) when we went on a Monday around 4pm. The histopad/tablet was a great interactive feature which made the overall visit more interesting. Loved the temporary Eva Jospin exhibits as well (which will be there until January 2024).
Joycelin Wong — Google review
An amazing place with a history that makes you think about the "infallibility and unity" of the Catholic Church. Nevertheless, the palace itself, its vastness and splendor inspire respect and admiration. How were people in those times able to build something so huge and so solid at the same time!? Wonderful cloisters, walls and courtyards. Huge spaces of halls inside the palace. Incredible.
Rav W (RaVek72) — Google review
We enjoyed visiting this palace very much. Once we arrived and paid our tickets, we were offered tables and headphones. While we took the self guided tour we could see with the help of the tablets the way in which each room looked like back in the day. We appreciate the integration of technology in the experience. The tickets we got included a visit on the Avignon bridge too.
Georgiana Ioana — Google review
We purchased a package that included the Palisade des Papes, the garden, and the bridge where we visited the first two on one day and the bridge the next.
They provided a very interesting tablet that allows you to view many of the rooms you visit as they likely looked back in time. Many of the rooms were quite sparse and there are a number of stairs so those with issues with them might have issues.
The garden section was small and not very interesting due to the lack of well kept plants and flowers.
During our visit there was a photographic exhibition on the Amazon which was interesting but was very warm with all the lights even though it was October due to the very little cooling which consisted of a couple of fans.
Sal FromCal — Google review
After narrow streets of Avignon, suddenly we arrived in a very grand piazza, which is contrary to the small alleys in the city. Very nice place to spend your time sitting and enjoy the sunset. We didnt get into the palace since we were late. Hopefully next time
Ellen Brigitta — Google review
It's worth a walk through because of its importance and size, both significant but the crowds (even on the last day of October) can make looking at some of the smaller rooms impossible. So you wait until the crowd has left or you skip the room. In summer it would be horrific I'm sure, and if I imagine the crowds I would say not worth it. The tour route is not particularly clear and the history ipad thing is a bit clunky. The best thing I can say about it is that it saves trees for brochures.
Craig Priddle — Google review
Pretty stunning building with amazing views from the tower. The guide gadgets were good for adding colour to the rooms. The exhibition of cardboard sculptures was very interesting. I think for the time of year advance tickets we’re not necessary.
Paul Grace — Google review
This isn't a museum it's a massively overpriced augmented reality tour through mostly empty rooms. The walls look the same from the outside so you might as well stay there.
There is a nice view from the terrace but its not good enough to make up for the rest.
Jan Müller — Google review
Very interesting and historical place.
Some rooms o areas are currently closed because of the COVID, but it's very nice anyway.
Be careful for the Mistrial in some parts!
Miki Dima — Google review
Absolutely worth seeing. However, it is very popular and it felt a little bit like cattle being herded through. I'd also recommend buying tickets in advance. Nonetheless, it's a very interesting and beautiful place.
E. Lambin — Google review
Excellent histopad which takes you through the various rooms. You scan the scan in each room and on your pad the room as it was is brought to life, with marked areas to learn more about the room, the people who used it and about some of the items used, as well as seeing how it was decorated. Well worth a visit. Many many steps both up and down.
Margaret Norah — Google review
Interesting to learn about the story of this place and how it was important geographically. Easy to visit, they have computer simulation of how the rooms looked. A few of them have the original painting and tiles. Don't forget to visit the gatdens as well.
Rafael Gonzalez-Arnau — Google review
I didn't know I would enjoy this visit so much. The computer tablets they lend you are a bit of a distraction at the beginning, but turn out to be a wealth of information and a lot of fun once you figure them out. The palace is amazing and historically very significant. This is the one thing everyone should do when visiting Avignon. I can't believe it took me this long to get there.
Guillaume Slama — Google review
The Palace itself was remarkable. It's hard to fathom that it was built so long along and in such incredible condition.
However, the Samsung tablet that they give you is a little immature. You scan a QR code and you read a little information (there is no sound) and then you are meant to scan the room and watch the screen to see a rendered version of how it used to look, which would be great for kids, but I prefer facts and historical data.
There were many many signs around the castle explaining things, but it was all in French. It's a shame the tablet couldn't be used to scan those information boards and translate into other languages like on Google Translate.
The large grandstand as you enter the exhibition also detracted from the experience, but I am still glad we attended.
There were some amazing artifacts and the Pope's bedroom with it's painted walls and elaborate floor was our favourite part.
Samantha Platt — Google review
Wonderful application on the Museum’s tablets showing how the rooms and halls (now empty) were decorated, what were the foods, etc. Impressing! Nice small garden. Lots of staires up and down. Combined ticket for palais, garden and Pont.
Carmen Seghete — Google review
An absolutely historical hotspot. It’s one of the biggest, still existing middle age-gothic buildings/ structures. Really impressive - also nicely guided. Your visit will be combined (if you want) with a digital tablet guiding “game”. The digital guide motivates you to explore every room, as you can collect treasures.
André Bonin — Google review
Great palace from ancient times. You get a tablet for free to use during the visit. With that you can get a lot of background information about the palace and each room. With the tablet you can also look around to see on the screen how those rooms used to look like during the pope was living there.
Luckas Bach — Google review
We had a great experience visiting this palace. Lots of historical events happened here that everyone who comes to Avignon have to know. I've learned lots of new things about the way of living of the popes, his second hand, the treasury, the three-storey kitchen, etc. The palace is grandiose.
Joe Milanes — Google review
This is a beautiful place with lots of history. Be sure to walk on the very old famous bridge where you can see remnants from long ago. Lots of history and beauty here. Highly recommend a visit to Avignon. You will not be disappointed. 🩷
Autumn Leal-Shopp — Google review
A visit to the Palais de Papes (Papal Palace) in Avignon takes visitors back to the 14th century when the city served as the seat of the Papacy. The palace is a magnificent Gothic structure, and was a symbol of power and influence for the Catholic Church during that time.
I enjoyed stunning architecture, frescoes, and halls that once hosted ceremonies and events.
There are various rooms and chambers to explore in the palace. The exhibits, artifacts, and multimedia presentations provide information about the significance of the Papal Palace in the medieval period.
From the top of the palace, there are panoramic views of the city of Avignon and the surrounding countryside.
Overall, a visit to the Papal Palace in Avignon is a worthwhile investment of time for a lengthy visit.
The Théâtre antique d'Orange is a remarkable Roman monument that has been recognized by UNESCO as one of France's most extraordinary Roman sites. It is an exceptionally well-preserved structure that stands out for its grand size and historical significance. Among the three existing intact Roman theaters in the world, this theater is unique with a seating capacity of 10,000 spectators and an enormous stage wall measuring 37m high, 103m wide, and 1.8m thick.
The theater is stunning. We took a virtual tour which gave a mock up of how it outdoors have been in the ancient times. I really recommend a visit to this place that is quite used nowadays as well for concerts and plays.
Davis Zambotti — Google review
I can recommend the Escape Game. It is highly engaging and a great way to add more depth to a visit to the Roman theater. The free audio guide can be combined with the Escape Game, but I would not suggest that. The audio fragments are relatively long and most of your attention will go to solving the puzzles of the game anyways.
Stach Redeker — Google review
Great find. We had a good walk around the whole area and had great views, even over to Mount Ventoux. And make sure to try out echoes against the amazing wall.
Simon Foster — Google review
WOW. Absolute must see. Allow at least a couple of hours. Must be one of the best preserved amphitheatres. Don't miss the rooms behind the first tier.
Ray Jones — Google review
This was a wonderful example of ancient Roman architecture and ingenuity that gave rise to a theater that was used for many years for all kinds of entertainment and displays. It is one of only three of this kind in the world in this shape, and is a world UNESCO site. Not to be missed,
Gregory Smith — Google review
Tickets should be aquired from the Museum in front of the Theatre and include visits to both (11.5 euro). The Theatre is not very large but tall so that the sounds can be heared well. The statue of Augustus is well preserved and is impressing!
Carmen Seghete — Google review
Best preserved Roman theater. Really interesting site. The have a 3d viewing add 9n that let's you view the theater as it was just as you come in.
David Bennett — Google review
Well preserved Roman theatre. One of the best we have in Europe. I'm glad to see that the new restoration make it available to host plays once again
Euge — Google review
Amazing to see an amphitheater almost as intact as it's prime. Have never seen a theatre with it's main stage wall intact, was quite a site to see. It's massive!
Jarrod Hunt — Google review
Very well preserved Roman theatre that is still in use, apparently with excellent acoustics. The stunning building behind the stage is one of the most remarkable of its kind for its grandeur and good condition. On the other hand, the tiers have been totally replaced by a modern structure.
Daniel Fg — Google review
What an awesome sight! Having studied Greek and Roman Theatre at college decades ago, I never expected to see a Roman Theatre in such a fantastic state of preservation - that stage building is just incredible. The audio guide was very good and the additional displays were very informative about Roman life generally. A memorable visit.
Malcolm Ryan — Google review
Fascinating place.
Bigger than you would expect and much more complicated. Actually an arts center as they did much more than just put on plays. They self guided tour is excellent. You leave feeling like you truly understand what a small segment of Roman life was like.
Wish we had more time to look around.
Museum is an added bonus showing what they used as everyday objects as well as props and build design elements.
Stephen G — Google review
The theater is absolutely gigantic and a must-see! It is just incredible how huge the theater is and how old.
I will definitively come here again for one of the concerts as experiencing one in such a setting must be one of the best things ever.
Not sure about people claiming the entrance fee. 13 Euros p.p. were absolutely okay and worth it unless you have a sight like this in your backyard and are used to such a sight. The audio guide was quite informative and interesting.
Annekathrin Wulfers — Google review
A piece of Roman history and architecture that withstood the test of time.
Wonder why they don’t build nowadays like they used to? 🤔
From the outside, it looks impressive. Every corner you look from, there’s a different facade which tells a story.
Entrance fee is €11.50/adult including the headset (compulsory) for the theatre and the museum across the road.
The theatre steps have been restored, so, not much of it is original. The backdrop where the stage is, is a work of art. Imagine how grand it will all be if it was still intact. However, just the remains tells you of the immense size of the building.
The Greeks and the Romans must be excellent sound technicians. So much so, the theatre is still used for concerts and performances because of its acoustics.
We climbed up to the very top, sat down to take it all in while looking down to the stage and backdrop.
If you do get a chance, visit Orange as well when you are visiting Avignon. You will not regret it.
Suggestion - the management of the theatre should give a choice to visitors to either opt for the headset or not. Other places seem to be doing that.
Eddy Khoo — Google review
Arrived at 5pm Sunday, and guess what? Parking is free and the ticket to both the theatre and museum was free!
It was a good time! We didn’t have time to see more but it was enough for us.
Yeephang Wong — Google review
Enormous, ancient, makes you think of where humanity was thousands of years ago. And then, what exactly caused its decline. Enjoy.
Wild animal park, home to elephants, leopards & rhino, on rural plateau with 9km of walking trails.
Animals over there are in very good shape and seem healthy
Enclosures are well maintained, and there is usually enough space
I was surprised by how big the zoo was
They even have a dedicated reptile section next to the entrance
Recommend 100% if you want to spend a nice afternoon
P.S. : People, please behave your kids so that they respect the animals, and also other persons
Guillaume Monti — Google review
I really loved it here. It was so clean! So many animals to see and the walking paths were easy to manage.
They even have a play area for the kids, very nice!
Food was good also!
I will definitely visit again ☺️
Stephanie RUTY — Google review
Ladies,Gentlemens, V.I.P Guest's , Poorest Person's, Richest Person's are welcome to : Zoo de la Barben....Have a very Good day's.....Best regards,
Mr. Abdelhamid EL HAJJI
Abdelhamid EL hajji — Google review
Took our grandson - he loved it! Great zoo, plenty of viewing opportunities and nice surroundings. Excellent outdoor cafe, play area etc. Go early for best viewing.
Andy Brown — Google review
The zoo is very nice and interesting. Lot of different species. Very pleasent suprise was the show with birds😍
Siiri Tammeleht — Google review
Amazing experience, is good enough to spend one day. It's especially nice if you have little kids, the place is very well laid out with all amenities, there's food available all over the place and you can bring your own food as well.
There are enough toilets and drinking water spots.
There is a train service for going to the top if you don't want to climb the stairs for 1€.
There are play areas for kids and you can even reheat your food at the snacks bar.
Overall highly recommended, the bird show isn't running and won't be available till April 23.
nidhin chandran — Google review
Animals seem mostly happy (as in the zoo). It was ok but not amazing. Not enough vending machines with water. So be prepared to have some with you.
I recommend to view the bird show but you have to behave as birds will be close to you. So no rapid movements, no petting the birds etc.
Tomasz Solis — Google review
Exceeded our expectations of a zoo! A family of 4 cost us approx 50€. Lots of amazing animals to see, the children especially loved seeing the elephants, reptiles, giraffes, lions and donkeys! Also if you dont have much time, the bird show was the highlight and a must see. It seems to run twice a day so if you can go,it will not disappoint! We also got to see the monkey feeding as well as the elephant feeding. We spent a whole day there and had to leave as the rain had set in! There are multiple cafes on site and prices were extremely reasonable. 30€ got us 2 x enfant menu (chips and chicken nuggets, a cold fruit drink and a ice cream) and 2 adult menus. Nice shaded areas to sit and enjoy your meal. Alot of people also brought thier own food from home and in the main large Cafe (next to the kids awesome playground) are microwaves to heat your food. A petit train does a bit of a loop for 1€ but the weather was nice and cool so we walked instead. The zoo and it's facilities were amazing and I fully recommend spending a whole day there.
Charlene Elliott — Google review
Very nice zoo with really large exhibits. A wide range of exotic animals, like the bush dogs from French Guyana which cannot be seen in other zoos. The habitats are well maintained and the animals are in a good shape. The bird show of free flying birds of prey (e.g. vultures, hawks, bald eagle,etc.) is outstanding.
thomymiskolc — Google review
This feels like a great natural setting for animals. Not quite a safari but you can approach the animals very closely while they enjoy a bigger space than in other zoos. There is more than 40 species. There is a nice playground for kids so you can spend the whole afternoon there.
If you're hungry for a real lunch, the Bistro located outside provides very good food.
Nicolas TRANG — Google review
We simply love this zoo. Definitely take the train up the hill and then just follow the entire pathway on foot until you're back at the very start. All the animals are there excoet for the bears - no idea where they went :(
Le Sentier des Ocres, also known as the Ochre Trail, offers two marked paths through a stunning area of red and yellow cliffs in a former ocher pigment quarry. This colorful treat for the eyes is located in the charming town of Roussillon, part of the Luberon region in Provence. The area is accessible by car and is about an hour's drive from Aix en Provence using highway A7.
A short loop walk perfect for all people of abilities and ages! 3€ entrance fee and free for children 10 and under. The bright red landscape is magnificent! We went in December and it had snowed the night before, so the sight was even more amazing! If going in the cooler more wintery months I would recommend wearing snow boots and bring a warm jacket too! After the walk we strolled into Roussillon (literally a 2 min walk) and had a look around the beautiful town. Parking was free when we went, and located right at the entrance of the walk. There are toilets at the carpark which were well looked after and free of charge.
Charlene Elliott — Google review
The ocherfields are a nice place to visit if you're in the neighborhood. It is an old mining site where they would mine ocher colored rock. The fields stretch quite far and make for some beautiful landscapes. The nearby town is also worth a visit, as it is very colorful, with all building being made out of or being colored with the stone from the fields. Do keep in mind that the walking routes through the fields are relatively short. These fields are also a big tourist spot, so you'll want to keep that in mind when visiting. If you visit early in the day and outside of the tourist season, you'll probably have a better time enjoying the ocher fields.
Fr?d?ric Hannes — Google review
A fun trek good for the whole family and dog friendly.
The bathroom was impossible and the parking situation is hectic.
It costs 4 euros for the whole day, so you can leave the car there and go to the town for a walk.
Rony — Google review
Definitely worth a visit. No wheelchair access. Wear shoes you can wash afterwards. Thus journey through the old ochre quarries is charming and interesting. As opposed to many tourist sites (just because there's just too many of them) this has great signage, kids games and arrows to follow, depending on the difficulty of the trail you have chosen
S. Ilona H. — Google review
Just stunning!
As the sun comes up the whole place just comes alive. The long walk is very easy, and definitely worth the little bit of extra effort. A must see if you're in the area.
Sheridan — Google review
Gorgeous!! So fun to walk around in nature for a bit. Wear closed toed running shoes to avoid getting the orange sand all in between your toes. It was hot, but there was shade from the trees. Easy hike, but there is a long staircase that you must take to do it. A few local touristy shops at the top sold fun Provence keepsakes & water bottles. There’s also a potable water fountain at the top. Parking was an outdoor lot just before the hike (there were signs) for €3. After the hike, we walked around the town of Roussillon with more unique shops & narrow, red-walled walkways. Definitely recommend adding this to your itinerary!
Zoe Marans — Google review
There are two walks; the longest will probably take 30-40 minutes, I wouldn’t take the shortest one. Expect a few stairs, nothing strenuous though. The soil is sandy and its colour will stay on your shoes a while. We visited the place in June in the second half of the day and that was perfect.
Marcel Molendijk — Google review
This is a really cool place. If you are near, please do not hesitate to visit. The red rocks and soil give almost mars like vibes. Great place to walk around and take awesome photos. It takes around 1,5h to do the bigger circle. Do the big one as the small is almost all forest.
Jacek Głąbica — Google review
Roussillon is my favorite village! I went hiking to the old quarry, I shouldn’t have worn light colored shoes. I had to throw them away afterwards because the stain from the soil won’t come off. The village walk is beautiful, and the view is amazing!
Suzette E — Google review
Impressive location.
Mont-Ventoux in the background.
Peter Demaret — Google review
Colorado in Provence as they’re commonly known is indeed a colourful treat to our eyes. The combination of several coloured soil types in one little place accessible by hiking is an interesting experience in itself. Located in the cute town of Roussillon, they’re one of the tourist attractions in the region of Luberon.
The town is pretty cute as well. All houses are coloured with the same local pigments.
One can reach there by car easily. Roughly an hour drive from Aix en Provence using highway A7.
Dedicated parking is available for cars and camping vehicles.
Be aware that reservation required in the month of July and August to visit this place.
There are little lavender fields in the town at a walking distance.
Dont Forget to buy colour pigments if you love to paint. There are many vineyards in this region to explore.
Note: the place becomes really hot in summers so be prepared for such weather and carry a lot fluids and fruits for hiking trail. Hiking trails are well marked (yellow or red).
NITENDRA SINGH — Google review
A must visit place.. you canvisit the ocres and the village in an afternoon. The tracks are very easy to do you. You can visit the sentier in two hours. However prepare yourselfs with water hats and a good pair of shoes. I do not recommend this palce during summer.. it can be very hot and dry during summers
Ansiya C — Google review
It was wonderful to travel to this place surrounded by nature like this. The color palette of red was everywhere in this valley, every view had something to give you like a framed painting.The walk itself is not too difficult, but if necessary, it can be divided into a longer (50min) and a shorter (30min) tour. We didn't wait long to enter, there is a nearby car park which allows you to park your car for the whole day at a modest price (€4).
J_Gogo — Google review
Such an incredibly beautiful place! This might be my favorite spot in Provence. It’s like nothing else in the world. A magical rainbow of natural colors!
I was worried that it might be too crowded, but we arrived around noon on a Friday in early November and had much of the (longer) walk all to ourselves. The path is very interesting and well-maintained. Convenient parking and excellent value.
eve prime — Google review
Its a fun stop and a nice walk around the rocks and learning about the history of ocre. They have two walks and we took the longer one—if you walk at a decent pace you will definitely do it quicker than they say. A nice add on to visiting Roussillon which is definitely worth a stop while wandering the Provence.
Steve Hartig — Google review
Beautiful walk in the old ochre surface mine. Easy walk though not accessible.
Magnus Ohman — Google review
Beautiful town. The colours of the buildings come from the ochre in soil that is used in the building materials.
Peter Bowman — Google review
Spectacular place to visit. Best to park just outside the village and do the short walk but parking is available in the centre. Fairly busy places but that's too be expected given the scenery and great little shops. Nice sleeveless of eateries too.
Troy Doyle — Google review
Worth the drive. Great colors all around. Go as early as you can. Avoid the heat and the busses. The hike times are much shorter than posted.
Chris Peck — Google review
We love the sand of many different colors. Astonishing view, also back to Roussillon. Good descriptions. Nice loop to go around the site, also for children. Trees spend needed shadow during summertime.
Le Sentier des Ocres, also known as the Ochre Trail, offers two marked paths through a stunning area of red and yellow cliffs in a former ocher pigment quarry. This colorful treat for the eyes is located in the charming town of Roussillon, part of the Luberon region in Provence. The area is accessible by car and is about an hour's drive from Aix en Provence using highway A7.
A short loop walk perfect for all people of abilities and ages! 3€ entrance fee and free for children 10 and under. The bright red landscape is magnificent! We went in December and it had snowed the night before, so the sight was even more amazing! If going in the cooler more wintery months I would recommend wearing snow boots and bring a warm jacket too! After the walk we strolled into Roussillon (literally a 2 min walk) and had a look around the beautiful town. Parking was free when we went, and located right at the entrance of the walk. There are toilets at the carpark which were well looked after and free of charge.
Charlene Elliott — Google review
The ocherfields are a nice place to visit if you're in the neighborhood. It is an old mining site where they would mine ocher colored rock. The fields stretch quite far and make for some beautiful landscapes. The nearby town is also worth a visit, as it is very colorful, with all building being made out of or being colored with the stone from the fields. Do keep in mind that the walking routes through the fields are relatively short. These fields are also a big tourist spot, so you'll want to keep that in mind when visiting. If you visit early in the day and outside of the tourist season, you'll probably have a better time enjoying the ocher fields.
Fr?d?ric Hannes — Google review
A fun trek good for the whole family and dog friendly.
The bathroom was impossible and the parking situation is hectic.
It costs 4 euros for the whole day, so you can leave the car there and go to the town for a walk.
Rony — Google review
Definitely worth a visit. No wheelchair access. Wear shoes you can wash afterwards. Thus journey through the old ochre quarries is charming and interesting. As opposed to many tourist sites (just because there's just too many of them) this has great signage, kids games and arrows to follow, depending on the difficulty of the trail you have chosen
S. Ilona H. — Google review
Just stunning!
As the sun comes up the whole place just comes alive. The long walk is very easy, and definitely worth the little bit of extra effort. A must see if you're in the area.
Sheridan — Google review
Gorgeous!! So fun to walk around in nature for a bit. Wear closed toed running shoes to avoid getting the orange sand all in between your toes. It was hot, but there was shade from the trees. Easy hike, but there is a long staircase that you must take to do it. A few local touristy shops at the top sold fun Provence keepsakes & water bottles. There’s also a potable water fountain at the top. Parking was an outdoor lot just before the hike (there were signs) for €3. After the hike, we walked around the town of Roussillon with more unique shops & narrow, red-walled walkways. Definitely recommend adding this to your itinerary!
Zoe Marans — Google review
There are two walks; the longest will probably take 30-40 minutes, I wouldn’t take the shortest one. Expect a few stairs, nothing strenuous though. The soil is sandy and its colour will stay on your shoes a while. We visited the place in June in the second half of the day and that was perfect.
Marcel Molendijk — Google review
This is a really cool place. If you are near, please do not hesitate to visit. The red rocks and soil give almost mars like vibes. Great place to walk around and take awesome photos. It takes around 1,5h to do the bigger circle. Do the big one as the small is almost all forest.
Jacek Głąbica — Google review
Roussillon is my favorite village! I went hiking to the old quarry, I shouldn’t have worn light colored shoes. I had to throw them away afterwards because the stain from the soil won’t come off. The village walk is beautiful, and the view is amazing!
Suzette E — Google review
Impressive location.
Mont-Ventoux in the background.
Peter Demaret — Google review
Colorado in Provence as they’re commonly known is indeed a colourful treat to our eyes. The combination of several coloured soil types in one little place accessible by hiking is an interesting experience in itself. Located in the cute town of Roussillon, they’re one of the tourist attractions in the region of Luberon.
The town is pretty cute as well. All houses are coloured with the same local pigments.
One can reach there by car easily. Roughly an hour drive from Aix en Provence using highway A7.
Dedicated parking is available for cars and camping vehicles.
Be aware that reservation required in the month of July and August to visit this place.
There are little lavender fields in the town at a walking distance.
Dont Forget to buy colour pigments if you love to paint. There are many vineyards in this region to explore.
Note: the place becomes really hot in summers so be prepared for such weather and carry a lot fluids and fruits for hiking trail. Hiking trails are well marked (yellow or red).
NITENDRA SINGH — Google review
A must visit place.. you canvisit the ocres and the village in an afternoon. The tracks are very easy to do you. You can visit the sentier in two hours. However prepare yourselfs with water hats and a good pair of shoes. I do not recommend this palce during summer.. it can be very hot and dry during summers
Ansiya C — Google review
It was wonderful to travel to this place surrounded by nature like this. The color palette of red was everywhere in this valley, every view had something to give you like a framed painting.The walk itself is not too difficult, but if necessary, it can be divided into a longer (50min) and a shorter (30min) tour. We didn't wait long to enter, there is a nearby car park which allows you to park your car for the whole day at a modest price (€4).
J_Gogo — Google review
Such an incredibly beautiful place! This might be my favorite spot in Provence. It’s like nothing else in the world. A magical rainbow of natural colors!
I was worried that it might be too crowded, but we arrived around noon on a Friday in early November and had much of the (longer) walk all to ourselves. The path is very interesting and well-maintained. Convenient parking and excellent value.
eve prime — Google review
Its a fun stop and a nice walk around the rocks and learning about the history of ocre. They have two walks and we took the longer one—if you walk at a decent pace you will definitely do it quicker than they say. A nice add on to visiting Roussillon which is definitely worth a stop while wandering the Provence.
Steve Hartig — Google review
Beautiful walk in the old ochre surface mine. Easy walk though not accessible.
Magnus Ohman — Google review
Beautiful town. The colours of the buildings come from the ochre in soil that is used in the building materials.
Peter Bowman — Google review
Spectacular place to visit. Best to park just outside the village and do the short walk but parking is available in the centre. Fairly busy places but that's too be expected given the scenery and great little shops. Nice sleeveless of eateries too.
Troy Doyle — Google review
Worth the drive. Great colors all around. Go as early as you can. Avoid the heat and the busses. The hike times are much shorter than posted.
Chris Peck — Google review
We love the sand of many different colors. Astonishing view, also back to Roussillon. Good descriptions. Nice loop to go around the site, also for children. Trees spend needed shadow during summertime.
The MuCEM is a state-of-the-art museum dedicated to the exploration of Mediterranean and European cultures and civilizations. It is located on a reclaimed land in the heart of Marseille, France, and contains an eclectic range of artworks, artefacts, and photographs documenting different aspects of the region's culture. The building was designed by Algerian-born architect Rudy Ricciotti and is connected to Fort de Saint-Jean through two cantilever footbridges.
The museum offers a free entrance of the yard, bridge and the outside but if you want to take a tour inside to see the exhibitions then you need to pay entry fees. Keep in my that in order to enter you need to have a sanitary pass/ green pass. The outside part of the museum is amazing the first building is very modern with great photography spots and is connected with a bridge to another part that looks more of an old heritage building. The place is worth the visit is very beautiful and one of the must see in Marseille
Marwa Siala — Google review
Really Great museum with a lot of interesting and different exhibits. The curation is quite different to most museums I have visited and I found the approach very engaging. The architecture and the buildings themselves are also well worth seeing. Tickets are reasonable for the experience. Bear in mind you don't need to buy a ticket to just visit and see the buildings and really through the whole complex.
Kartik Natarajan — Google review
Very interesting and unusual building. It’s free to discover, many entrances and exits. The exhibition are changing and very interesting. Most of the exhibition explanations are available in French and in English. It’s located at a wonderful spot, close to the harbour and easy to access.
Martina Thomas — Google review
My pictures dates back a bit but only because I had completely forgotten to post my review when I had initially visited the place!
It’s a very nice and lovely museum! It doesn’t seem that big but once inside, you have so many things to view and so many expositions to go through! I have learned a lot of very interesting and useful things during my visit here! As someone who loves other people’s cultures and learning about them, this is a perfect museum for it!
It’s also a great place to bring younger kids as they have a lot of interactive activities for them and also have little programs made for them! I absolutely loved this place and will most definitely visit it once again if I ever get the chance! Definitely recommend!
LEI. R — Google review
What a fantastic museum... much more than a museum: an architectural masterpiece, a meeting place, a botanical garden, a playground...is it not enough? No, not enough in one day, that's for sure!
Lucie Detaeye ???kov? — Google review
Its very nice! It was surprisingly free for almost the entire thing! It has a cool food area and an area to go beside the water!
There are some secret doors and tunnels too to explore! And the views are really nice!
Michael's Vida — Google review
Exquisite museum! You can view certain areas entirely for free and on the roof there is a restaurant as well as a lounge area that has plenty of space and a picturesque view of the port and downwind. There is also the bridge that you can walk across to get to the garden. 10/10 LOVE!!
Ayye it’s yani — Google review
The museum has a lovely architecture and viewpoints to Marseille and the sea. As we haven’t visited the exhibition for self I just can review these points. The roof is provided with several little gardens. A bridge brings you to the neighbor building with a fancy structure. This whole part is free of charge. Just recommendable.
André Bonin — Google review
This was a very different place than I imagined, and while I enjoyed it, I can see that the experience isn't for everyone. This is a combination of history and art that I haven't seen before.
Coming from the port area, you will walk through the restored old fort and learn about the history of it as well as Marseille through interesting short videos and audio guide you can listen to on your phone. You will walk through little gardens highlighting important plants, both native and imported. In contrast, you will then walk across a high bridge into a huge, modern building that houses modern art as well as a informative look at the history of the Mediterranean through art, artifacts, maps, and more, again with audio guide accessible by phone.
The juxtaposition of all these contrasts -- modern vs ancient, black steel vs stone, high tech displays in tiny rooms in the fort -- seemed odd at first. However, then I realized it is just like the Mediterranean itself: a mix of old vs new in layer upon layer that makes European cities charming and fascinating, at least to this American.
If you go, realize that there is not a clear path through (likely intentionally). You have to wander and explore and discover, which we enjoyed.
We spent four hours there, and didn't feel like we saw everything. If you don't speak French, you will still have a good experience as most of the audio content and many signs are in English. If you also have the Google Translate app on your phone and use it to translate the French-only signs, you will have a better experience.
There is a cafe with sandwiches and salads on the bottom floor, prices about 10€. The top-floor outdoor cafe has some dishes for about 15€, and the formal restaurant ranged from 20-50€. There are lots of WCs, but not a lot of seating.
On the first Sunday of each month, entry is free!
On one hand, I wish there had been more about history, and less art. On the other, I couldn't have absorbed much more in one day. Net, I enjoyed it and am glad I did it, but don't think I would do it a second time unless the content changed.
Michael Schackwitz — Google review
Expositions extremely well designed and displayed in an engaging and easy to consume way with different types of media. The ancient part of Fort St Jean is also well designed with many outdoor spaces to admire the city. I particularly love the thought they put into the design of the icons and signs!
Anne Huang — Google review
The Mucem space is fantastic, and the layout is quite interesting.
We saw an exhibit on the Romani, which was very enlightening. We wish it was more approachable by including more opportunities to understand in English. We found ourselves looking up words much of the time. Upon entering, the guard asked us to carry our day-bags in front, not on our backs, and not to take photos. After seeing the exhibit, I believe photos should be encouraged so that the message of the plight of the Romani could be better disseminated.
We also saw an exhibit on the history of the Mediterranean, which didn't teach us anything really knew, and we are no experts. There were a couple more exhibits that we missed because they were not well marked, and we found ourselves wandering away.
Hunt Blatz — Google review
Get your camera ready to capture postcard pictures of the Basilica and the Mediterranean Sea. I booked the ticket online the day before. I entered from Quay du Port, then followed the walkway surrounding Ford Saint John. Such a view of the Mediterranean Sea. Finally, following the steel beam, I got to the 3rd floor of the museum. I was given a sticker after my ticket had been scanned by the staff. The sticker enabled me to visit any of the exhibitions.
The temporary Fashion Folklore exhibition really surprised me. I had never seen so many masterpieces of famous couturiers and haute couture houses all in one place - nearly 300 pieces from the Mucem's collections and loans from French and foreign museums. The Saint Laurent Church exit will lead you to a viewing terrace where you could get the best/unrestricted view of the Basilica. You need to go down from the viewing terrace if you want to catch a bus e.g. #60 can take you all the way up to the Basilica.
joyce .. — Google review
The architecture and the style of the museum are really unique, especially you have to go to the rooftop (it’s fully free) and take a look around the sea.
However the exhibitions itself to me were not that good. The permanent exhibition is just a lot of photos of different cities and some of the temporary ones were also nothing special. The only one I enjoyed was about fashion as they had some beautiful pieces of clothing.
In the end I suggest taking a free walk around the roof and the castle without paying for exhibitions.
Anna Onyshchenko — Google review
Absolutely beautiful. The view and history is amazing. It's free if charge and definitely a must see.
Andrew Pippin — Google review
The architectural is impressive. A journey into history. If you do not speak French, I advise you to download their application, including an English language voice guide. Therefore, headphones are recommended.
If you have ever been in Marseille, I encourage you to check out the Mucem for yourself.
Mustafa Dokey — Google review
If you buy your tickets online, you don’t have to wait to get in. There are areas that can be accessed for free. However, I found the expositions quite informative. Thus, paying 11€ was worth it. I learned a lot about the different world maps and calendars. It’s a big museum and I wished I came earlier. Nevertheless, I recommend visiting it. 😊
vanick kam — Google review
Great outside architecture, you can walk between elevation and a building. Garden area and fort connected with a bridge. Interesting exhibition.
Bogna Andrzejewska — Google review
I learned so much about the history of Marseille here. It's a beautiful and historical place to visit. In addition to the expositions, it also has little gardens, cafés, and places to sit in the sun while enjoying the sea view. I fully recommend visiting.
Jo Jo — Google review
Beautiful museum. There was a very thoughtful exhibition about gypsies in Europe. There was English translation for most of it, which I was worried about before going. But what was most impressive about the museum was more the surrounding picturesque environment. The views surrounding the museum is gorgeous, including the fort. You must go up to the fort to see the entire view of Marseille. You can see the view of the sea, as well as both famous cathedrals. The museum itself was a little disorganized in terms of the exhibits. I found myself getting confused about where to go even with an English map. There’s a very cute cafe area outside. The building itself is very interesting in contrast with the old architecture next to it.
Wendy Law — Google review
The museum has great architecture and the exhibits are curated in an engaging and accessible way. The views from the rooftop are also nice.
The basilica Notre-Dame de la Garde is a popular tourist spot in Marseille that features intricate architecture, stunning mosaics and murals, and breath-taking panoramic views of the city from the church.
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Its a quite the steep journey however it is worth it once you reach the top. I can not describe just how beautiful and stunning it is when you are there. The pictures do not grasp the amount of beauty. Highly recommend this. If I had one place to visit in Marseille I would pick the top of this church. You can see everything from there. It looks like Greece :D
Michael's Vida — Google review
It is a place where one can find peace in midst of Marseille crowd. A place to stay calm after roaming around the city.
The view of the city from here is just fantastic. To reach here, I’d suggest to have a walk from vieux port. It’ll be bit of a hiking like and then stairs however it worth because as one climbs up, the view on their back keeps growing into something superb.
Though, there are buses and touristic train available to reach there. You can also take your own car. There’s a parking for them.
The sunset view is worth viewing from here.
NITENDRA SINGH — Google review
Amazing views! Bring water or money to buy it though. After the stairs you will be thirsty. A little scary when the winds pick up but truly an amazing place to see old Marseille.
Hannah D — Google review
マルセイユのどこからでも見えるランドマーク。
入場は無料ですが、歩いていくと。。。ちょっと坂道が大変です。
バスもあります。
ここは、とても良い雰囲気で、見晴らしも良く、気持ちの良い場所です。
マルセイユに来たなら、一度は行くべき場所かなと思います。
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A landmark that can be seen from anywhere in Marseille.
Admission is free, but you can walk there. . . The slope is a bit difficult.
There are also buses.
This is a very pleasant place with a nice atmosphere and a great view.
If you come to Marseille, I think this is a place you should visit at least once.
Toru Aoyama (pi_pun) — Google review
What a great place! There is a short, not too difficult hike to reach the top from many parkings at the bottom. There is parking space at the top also. The views of the city and sea and little islands from the top are magnificent. Basilica from inside is very beautiful and tranquil. There is a restaurant, toilets, and museums inside a total of 6 floors of establishment with a lift for easy access to strollers.
Kushant Vyas — Google review
Being located in a very high place, you can have an amazing view over all of Marseille. The church is very beautiful and I would recommend to go there to see the sunset. The church does close around 6pm, but then you can still go down the stairs and watch the sunset there.
People told us is wasn't worth walking up there because it took them around 1h climbing and they had to walk on the road not even a nice path, we took the bus 60 from the port which costs 2€ and it takes around 15min. To walk down, we did go by walking because it was only 23min and we didn't have to climb.
Daniela D — Google review
Absolutely stunning basilica - and a must-see in Marseille.
I first visited on the Saturday, but because of high winds the entrance to the basilica was closed. I was told I could enter via the crypt, but there was a mass happening and nobody was allowed to enter either the crypt or the basilica.
Luckily I was able to return on Monday (thought I’d give Sunday a miss as there was only a half hour window to visit at 9am due to masses being held throughout the day). I’m so glad I had the time to come back, as the basilica is absolutely stunning. The views from outside are pretty gorgeous too.
Entrance is free, but I’d recommend paying 1€ for the pamphlet at reception - which points out some interesting facts and items to view.
Also, the walk up is hard going - even for the fittest of walkers. I’ve climbed Ben Nevis, so I know what I’m talking about! If the weather is cool then go for it, but when it’s hot…no thanks! You can get the No.60 bus from Vieux-Port (I’d recommend getting on there as the bus does get packed pretty quickly). The journey takes around 10-15 minutes by bus and drops you off directly outside the basilica. It costs 2€, and if by chance you can’t get in because of high winds (or mass) it covers the cost of the trip back down - as long as it’s within an hour of purchase.
Caroline Findlay — Google review
Contrary to what visitors might think, Notre Dame de la Garde is not a cathedral but a basilica. Really easy to get to by bus and worth seeing - inside and outside. The view is simply stunning. Beware of pickpockets. But no more dangerous than any other site.This monument of Marseille is located on the highest hill near the Old Port, at an altitude of 150 metres.
J BM — Google review
Great place to visit .you need a couple of hrs to see it all .plenty of steps to climb .we got the little train up to notre dame .you can take as long as you like walking around .and get a much later train down .there's the sightseeing tour bus that also goes up there .bur much more expensive. And it's not really worth it . Enjoy your visit.we did .
Lucia Palmer — Google review
A Catholic basilica with a beautiful Roman/Byzantine architectural style. Inside there were many statues; golden Mary was the most stunning. There was also an outdoor area, giving you a view of the city.
Angel Khong — Google review
Stunning view of the city and easily accessible via public transport services. Unfortunately the church was closed during our visit but the crypt was open. Definitely a place to go if you visit Marseille.
Carlo Carbone — Google review
An absolute must see and go to place when you visit Marseille. While the climb up there at the top is quite tedious and rough, once you get up there, the climb up the stairs is absolutely worth it.
The view from the top is absolutely amazing and absolutely gorgeous. You get a high, perfectly large overview of the whole city of Marseille and everything surrounded it.
The inside of the basilica is also breathtaking and absolutely gorgeous. I most definitely recommend visiting this wonderful place.
LEI. R — Google review
Pretty cool little place. We walked up from the port, which was quite a walk, but pretty cool to see the city that way. Safe area to walk around in. The view from there was unique and made it a great stop. The boats everywhere in the church was also really unique and interesting. I definitely wouldn’t pay a tour guide if any kind and was glad that admission was free. They charge you to use the restrooms, which was wild to me but maybe that’s normal in this area.
Angela Brady — Google review
We were staying on the other side of the marina and decided to take a day trip. The hills and stairs are no joke in near 100 degree weather. I got sunburned and we stopped for a quick cafe when we made it up the first round of hill. The walk/hike was WELL worth it the basilique is beautiful as are the views... I highly recommend the trek if you are up for it... I believe there is also a bus that runs every 20 minutes...
Emily Anderson — Google review
The location of the basilica is simply breathtaking, situated atop a hill overlooking the city of Marseille. The panoramic views it offers are absolutely stunning, providing a captivating perspective of the cityscape, the harbor, and the surrounding coastline.
The basilica's architecture is equally remarkable. Its ornate design, featuring a combination of Romanesque and Byzantine elements, adds to its charm and grandeur. The intricate details, vibrant colors, and beautiful mosaics inside the basilica create a truly great atmosphere.
?mer Yi?it Tatkan — Google review
The highlight of the city. It’s not too much of walk to, a little hilly but an enjoyable walk. Amazing views of the city. There also parts of the structure you can pay your respects to the fallen so feels a little nostalgic too. Well worth the visit.
Stephen Roy — Google review
Worth the climb for the spectacular views alone. Fortunately, there are stopping points on the way up the 267 steps. If you're really struggling, you can take a lift from the crypt to the chapel.
Once inside, you will be impressed by the beautiful art.
There is also a shop to buy your souvenirs.
John Witchell — Google review
This Basilica is like a lighthouse of Marseille, it is almost always visible when walking in old port or most of the city side.
Apart from the architecture, this natural high point gives stunning view of Marseille in all directions. It’s easy to reach by city bus from old port, and is also covered in most of the city tours.
Mayur Salgar — Google review
Not a church person, but an amazing spot with amazing views. So much history and a really important spot in the history of Marseille and to the seafaring tradition of the place.
Get there early...before 10:30am.
Craig Atkinson — Google review
Definitely worth the walk up the hill! Beautiful cathedral with beautiful views of the city and the sea. Enjoyed the walk up. There are bathrooms and some vending machines if needed when you get there too. One of the must visits in the city.
Kevin M — Google review
Wonderful architecture can be found at this basilica. The views, however, make this a very special place. You can see Marseille in its entirety as well as the sea and local islands. A long steep walk, but absolutely worth it.
Monty M. — Google review
Absolutely Breathtaking. Definitely a must see just for the craftsmanship of the inside of the building. It’s great to watch the sunset from here as you get great views from the city. The museum wasn’t open which was a little sad but everything else was great. Bear in mind that you need €0.50 coins to use the toilets here.
Clara Sinclair — Google review
Just the walk up the hill. A long way up but totally worth the trip. Better wear your walking shoes. In November, the hill is pretty windy and sunny at the same time.
Beautiful cathedral with breathtaking views of the city and the sea. A must visits in the city.
Just sit by the church stairs and breath in
Facilities: Restroom, gift shop and parking (for groups or personal vehicle)
Madame Tell — Google review
Really beautiful church and I really like the ship theme. Both the insides and the outside of the church is very nice. The views from the top of the hill around the church are also incredible. And in the winter the amount of tourists were minimal and made the visit very enjoyable.
Daan van Meijgaarden — Google review
A beautiful church on the hill overlooking breathtaking scenery of Marseille. We arrived here by taking Les petits trains de Marseille which stopped by here for us to visit the basilica
Kevin Sheu — Google review
A must see, with a spectacular view of Marseille.. I got some really good panoramic photos.
For those who want to know..
Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde is a lavish 19th-century icon that's visible from across Marseille. It sits on the remains of a 12th-century chapel and a 16th-century fort. The structure has been used as both a place of worship and a part of the city's defences. Today, locals come to the basilica to pray for or give thanks for safe journeys and recovery from illness.
(Translated by Google) Ideal location for very clean and pleasant apartments. Very friendly welcome. Excellent value. The ideal is to have the rooms overlooking the courtyard. The street itself doesn't have too many noisy businesses but on Saturdays people can walk around and make a little noise.
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Emplacement idéal pour des appartements très propres et agréables. Accueil très sympathique. Excellent rapport qualité prix. L'idéal est d'avoir les chambres sur cour. La rue en tant que telle n'a pas trop de commerces bruyants mais le samedi des gens peuvent circuler et faire un peu de bruit.
Albane Richard — Google review
Yuriy Semiletko — Google review
(Translated by Google) We'll come back! Great location, friendly staff
(Original)
On reviendra ! Emplacement top personnel sympa
Siware — Google review
BENMECHIH MOHAMMED — Google review
(Translated by Google) Nice apartment, lack of storage in the bedrooms.
(Original)
Joli appartement ,manque des rangements dans les chambres .
A tree-lined boulevard in Aix, Cours Mirabeau is celebrated for its restaurants and fountains. It's ideally situated to enjoy the works of Paul Cezannes, as his parents worked on the street in a former hat shop. The wide thoroughfare is popular with shoppers and tourists alike, who can take a stroll to imagine what it was like to walk the same streets as Cezanne himself.
Went there for a walk and found the local market in the area, which closes around 2 pm. Its a changed location when there are stalls. Many places and streets to explore nearby
Rizwan Sohail — Google review
Beautiful street but on our visit, our group bought little but all were ready! Did not find it reminiscent of Paris fashion district however it is beautiful and found a few interesting items.
Richard J Haberstroh (Rick Haberstroh) — Google review
Cours Mirabeau is miraculously beautiful with maple trees on either sides keeping shades while you traverse from king Réné’s statue until the rotonde fountain.
Along with king’s statue fountain, there are two other fountain on two crossings on the cours Mirabeau. One is the thermal stream and other one is 9 fountains. The water still comes from Mont St Victoire.
Cours Mirabeau is the most important place of Aix. With lots of stone benches, restaurants, cinema halls, utility shops and street performer; this corridor is an experience in itself.
NITENDRA SINGH — Google review
Pretty champs-elysee like street in Aix.
Daniel Yoo — Google review
Pretty little street with markets daily.
C Ji — Google review
This is the Aix version of Times Square. Though picturesque, nothing notable lives on the street. The restaurants all looked middling, the shops chains.
The Saturday market was a disappointment as it largely sold cheap clothing. I did hope for more local goods and antiques.
Lauren Hudock — Google review
Great market near the Cours Mirabeau on Saturday’s. Lots of local vendors
L Marchant — Google review
Beautiful well taken care street with nice cafes and pastry shops all around.
Diogo Castro Silva — Google review
Such a disappointment. Whilst a beautiful place which does come to life when a morning or evening market is around, the place has lost its shine. What was once a stand out street just a few years ago full of authentic Provençal restaus and cafes is now almost entirely faceless and personality-less pizzerias. And sadly not the type you find in Italy! Sub par food, over the odds prices, and poor service
Tom Irwin — Google review
I have lived in this city for 16 years, lovely city and rich in history and culture.
The Hôtel de Caumont is an 18th-century art center housed inside the Mazarin quarters grandest hotel particulier. It houses three quality exhibitions each year, as well as concerts and other events. The building itself is a standout star of the show, with its palatial rooms stuffed full of antiques and objets dart attesting to the opulence of its aristocratic past.
Went to the coffee shop. It is well worth a stop! I had a salmon salad for lunch and a house chocolate cake and coffee for dessert. Delicious!
Also the building is fantastic. High walls and ceilings and classic furniture. Good place to estay away from the noisy streets, relax and enjoy good food
Yecaneh Aguado — Google review
The museum hosts lots of different exhibitions throughout the year. I visited the one dedicated to Mucha and his artworks. I was really impressed. The building itself is unique. There you can find a tea salon decorated with old furniture. The facility of the museum is modern. Your visit may be accompanied with an audioguide. I recommend buying tickets in advance.
Kirill Maksimkin — Google review
Not only a beautiful museum but also an amazing cafe and a must visit. It is beautiful inside and you must go outside to see the manicured gardens. The interior was well appointed with beautiful furniture and colours to match. The menu is varied, from French cuisine to an Asian inspired salad. Today I had a coke zero and the Plat de jour, Risotto with fois gros and perfectly cooked duck for 22€. The wine and drinks list was extensive and they serve local Rose. The staff were helpful and knowledgeable and very attentive. The service was quick even during the peak lunch time rush.
Charlene Elliott — Google review
Located just south of Cour Mirabeau, the Hotel de Caumont is actually a museum (don't be confused by the preface "hotel" which just means home). In this case, the home was owned by an aristocratic family in pre-revolutionary France and the owners have an interesting history interconnected with European royalty.
The building is beautifully restored as are the surrounding grounds and the small garden. Inside, the first two rooms (music room and bedroom) are equally exquisite. But that is all there is to see of that ornately decorated period.
Following those rooms was an exhibit on a totally tangentially related artist called Yves Klein who was a post-modern "blue" artist. Very inconsistent with the setting.
For the cost of 14.50 Euro per visitor I do not think it is worth it...or at least if you are not as interested in Yves Klein. We would have loved to have seen more of the beautifully restored 18th century rooms instead.
Craig Bromberg — Google review
Beautiful place, but the visit depends a lot on the current exhibition. They have a lovely cafe, with rich decoration and different wallpapers for each room. Oh and such a beautiful little garden! I do think the entry is a bit expensive, 14 euros per person.
Cristina Vila — Google review
Terrific place, I saw a great exhibition but also has beautiful gardens with cafes and restaurant I had lunch was fantastic, great environment, wonderful service
Débora Levi — Google review
Such a beautiful hotel. Lunch was great. Ambience is fantastic. They allowed me to teach in one of their dining rooms. So great service as well. Would defiantly come back.
Connie Zhang — Google review
Expensive to visit with not much to see. Interesting art exhibition. Far better things to see and do.
Chris Morriss — Google review
Small but beautiful art centre with an interesting history and charming garden. Well worth a visit. Book in advance to dine.
Denise St Clair — Google review
Fantastic exhibition of Max Ernst's work. Very nice movie about Cezanne. Beautiful building, garden and cafe.
Israel Guy — Google review
A beautiful mansion, with gardens that are just as beautiful, that hosts art exhibitions. With the tix you get an audio guide, so a pretty good value.
Angel Khong — Google review
Up to now, since it's opening, all the exhibitions I had the joy to visit have been a wonderful time. It's a place I highly recommend you visit this museum. 👍😍🤩
Michèle Serre — Google review
Excellent small museum in a beautiful building. The Guggenheim collection was perfectly presented. The light, the explanations (both in French and English), the arrangements were excellent. Nice museum shop. There is a classic French restaurant that looked very good although we have not tried.
Vlad Grig — Google review
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3 Rue Joseph Cabassol, 13100 Aix-en-Provence, France
Family-friendly, Wild West theme park, including adventure rides, plus cowboy & Indian stunt shows.
Great parc for children and parents. We spent very nice time. We arrived at 10 and everyone made the same. Best time was at 12 and after. Be careful with TequilAbeille it rly makes you feel dizzy. Ah and the cowboy show The Vengeance is not rly good for little children. Real wild wild west. The Circus was great and new show in the Saloon was awesome. Come at least 10 mins before to find a place to seat
Angelica Mejia — Google review
We went there on a Friday in July. There was basically no need to wait for all the facilities. There were performances more or less every two hours. The actors and actresses were very very professional, and the attitude of all the staffs were very nice even when the kids kept asking for playing the same game repeatedly. Children under one meter are free, and there are many items to play. Very good experience! Great for little ones.
Yedan Li — Google review
Superb for children under age 8 years. And all shows good. Nice one day trip.
imtiyaz manjara — Google review
Nice experience, for children from 3 to adults.
Attractions are free once inside.
It's bit sunny, be prepared.
Service, park officers are cool.
Period: April month, it would sure be a bit different and with more people during holidays.
Castagnier Mickaël — Google review
I've been there many times. In the spring they always have an amazing illusion show there of Magic Unlimited. The western themed park is nice and suitable for families with young children. They are also improving on their variety of attractions and always building new stuff.
Bregje Kazan — Google review
Brilliant place for kids! We are a 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 family down here on vacation/holiday and came for a day of non-beach activity. Stayed the entire day and had a blast. Great value! The whole place had a perfect balance of having lovely staff and being well organized but without a corporate feel or sense of being robbed at every opportunity. Free parking was a good start and easy quick on entrance ticket purchase. Queues were none existent or light (we visited in peak of summer season) and plenty of places to buy a quick or proper restraunt lunch. Also plenty of benches in the shade for a packed lunch (very impressed with this as the places to sit in the shade with your own food were plentiful - something you dont see in US/UK - saw one guy with a full cool box! - not to crowded for a stroller or even a litte wagon). Clean WCs had drinking water fountains outside that you could actually get a decent bottle under! This and the Splash Park area were fantastic to stay hydrated and cool so wear or bring a bathing suit in the bag 😎
Thomas Gallagher — Google review
It was an excellent day in OK Corral and the great way to end our summer vacation. We visited during the peak season and the hottest week in summer but we enjoyed the rides without waiting too long it is because the rides are well varied for different ages and height. My son who is 4 years old and 1m13 enjoyed almost all the major attractions. There are also great rides for the little ones. The best part is they have a water attraction so we put on our swimsuits and it's an instant relief from the strong summer heat. It helped a lot to enjoy the park in the afternoon refreshed by this water attraction. The employee also makes sure that you take a good soak before entering for sanitary purposes. The park is clean as we see the staff go around and check the cleanliness of the park. Sad for disrespectful people who throws their cigarette butts everywhere. Great spectacle also showing cowboys and indians - which showed somehow the truth of western story. Good job!
Katch Buchheit — Google review
Had a great day at OK Corral. We took a family with children aged from 6 to 16 and there was enough to satisfy both age groups. The park was extremely well-maintained. Despite being busy, it didn't feel over- crowded and we didn't have to wait long for any ride. Despite not speaking French, we enjoyed a couple of the shows. Highly recommended for a family day out.
Rebecca Peirce — Google review
Wild west theme park with tons of performances. Have you seen a ride on a bison or Zorro drama while having a lunch? If not, definitely must visit.
The park itself consists of different kind of attractions. The aqua park area is for a small kids up to 8 only (tiny facilities).
Notes:
* there is no priority ticket
* most of the attractions are not comfortable for a tall people
* for adults there is not enough attractions
* all performances are in french (action is a small part of it), there is no translation even on the paper.
In general we’ve enjoyed the time being there.
Stanislav Degtjarjov — Google review
The park is a lot of fun in itself but beware the food catering is horrible, truly disgusting and shamelessly overpriced. Come with your own food and drinks and you'll have a great time there with the kids
Cello Master — Google review
I can only give bad stars because when I was there with my family and 2 more families on the way we accidently found the place while staying at CapFun , we walk in after being checked by very strange security guys. specially the big and large badly dressed and smelling guy we finally came to cashier. And when I almost was going to Pay the big Large ugly guy came to me 5 minutes later telling me I can not go in with my sweeming thing. I kept telling him was not but he didn't care, he just told me I could not go inn Like that, so I pulled back my card from the paying machine and informed the cashier that this Guy was a bad bad thing for the business of the Area, I took my family and Left and the other 3 families didnt wish to come either .I call this shame on directory to have such an ugly bad smelling and impolite security people working there , he didnt know the difference between short and Sweeming penty.
robi sam — Google review
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Route départementale 8, 13780 Cuges-les-Pins, France
The Mount Faron cable car takes visitors to a 584 metre summit for breathtaking city and riviera views. The ride is easy to take, with an easy transport up the mountain. There is a restaurant on the summit where you can enjoy a good meal and stunning panoramic views of Toulon and the Mediterranean Sea.
It takes you to the mountain top by 8 euros which is quite cheap and the view is great as well as the journey. However to reach the cable car it might be tale 20 to 30mins walking and clmbing from the main station of Toulon. Also, there might be a queue, so set aside atleast around 2 hours for the total trip.
Roshni Chakraborty — Google review
The experience was fairly enjoyable, the wait to get on was less then 20 minutes and it really was a great way to see the mountain rather then driving up. The experience doesn’t cost that much and the mountain it self is great for photos. Would highly recommend to any tourists visiting Toulon
Hugo Potchebout — Google review
Nice ride up and down. Remember to reserve tickets online, then you can skip the queue! Only thing is they cram 15 people into this small car, which is really crowded especially during covid
Adam Kanstrup Hviid — Google review
Everyone is super friendly and helpful. Easy to access with car or bus or a nice walk. Very smooth and safe ride up and down with beautiful views.
Special thank you to the team and to the young man that was operating in the car with us. He was very helpful and friendly and also the guy at the ticket kiosk. Thank you to all these friendly people working here.
Dalton Caleb Short — Google review
Fantastic cable ride leading to spectacular views and a free museum at the summit which was very informative. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. All in all it was worth twice the 8.50 we paid. Brilliant value.
Garry Murphy — Google review
You can get to the cable car station by bus line 40. The price for the return ticket is €8.5 and it is definitely worth the price. The frequency depending on the number of passengers, as if there are few, they are waiting a little bit. The journey takes around 5-10 mintues but the view is spectacular, the cabin also has glass floor. Be aware that there is a 30 minute lunch break between 13.00-13:30.
Viktor Lakatos — Google review
A very good tour, with a breathtaking view of the city.
Anne Justino — Google review
Amazing views of the area but we had to wait 45 minutes to go back down at the very end of the day and ended up late for dinner. Perhaps better to drive up instead to enjoy the top of Mont Faron. We happened to be there on the 15th of August so we got to watch part of the air show from up top as per the pictures.
Anne-Sophie Rodriguez Hoyt — Google review
Not for the faint hearted if you have agrophobia!
Views are to die for though, as is the bar/restaurant on the side of the mountain.
7.5€ inc the bus is a bargain
Aaran Clark — Google review
Phénomenal experience, upon arriving at the top of the mountain you get a beautiful view of the azure sea and also a lot of terrain to explore peacefully, a few minutes away there's a zoo and in another direction there's a shrine.
Rias G. — Google review
The walk from city center is not for the faint of heart. You’re better off purchasing a bus 40 ticket and enjoying the panorama. It was quiete an adventure for a few pics, once you withstood line for the cable car, but priceless views of Toulon.
Masha Kaznachey — Google review
Cool way to see Toulon. Tough walk from the town centre to the start of the cable car. Price was €8.50. Cafe at the top friendly and helpful with good selection of food and drink.
Alan Williamson — Google review
Brilliant view's up the top of the cable car ride. We walked around and went to museum. There is a Zoo up there to. We had a coffee in the cafe with the most amazing view's. Highly recommended.
Tracey Egerton — Google review
From city to Telepherique is easily accessible by bus 40 or by car.
We (2adults & 4y old) had really good experience. View from top was mind blowing.
Cable car is frequent so don't have to wait long.
There is restaurant, toilet facilities (2-5min by walk) and Zoo(25min by walk).
Ismat Shormy — Google review
A must experience in Toulon.
It's a good idea to buy a 1-day pass "Jour telepherique" at the Tourist Office on the day when you plan to go to Mont Farron.
Verdon Gorge, also called Gorges du Verdon, is a stunning river canyon renowned for its white-water rapids and picturesque cliffs. Visitors can hike on a trail leading to a viewing deck offering breathtaking views of the gorge. The area boasts magical reflections in the water and beautiful mountains that make it an ideal place to spend time with family. A boat ride from the nearby pier offers visitors spectacular perspectives of this natural wonder.
Definitely must visit if in this part of Provence. Breathtaking views and very peaceful.
Inna Kyrylenko — Google review
We drove around the Verdin Gorge area during early October and took our time enjoying the fall colors and stopping at most viewpoints for over four hours so we only touched the surface of this gorgeous (pun intended :) ) area. Not many cars were on the road during our visit and the water level appeared to be very low.
Sal FromCal — Google review
Amazing climbing trip, a lot to do for the rest day, such as renting kayaks and swimming in the lake. Best in September cause it's not that crowded anymore. A lot of climbers all around, who are friendly to recommend good routes.
Kristina Zajec — Google review
This location is absolutely breathtaking. The crystal-clear water creates a stunning vista that's truly awe-inspiring. It's a must-see destination for anyone seeking natural beauty and serenity.
Kamil Jantos — Google review
One of the most beautiful hikes I habe ever done.
Absolutely stunning views!
It took us around 5h, so be prepared and got enough water.
We parked our car at Sublime and took a taxi to Maline chalet for around 35€.
This hike is worth every struggle, you should try it out yourself!
Leon W — Google review
A beautiful hike through the Gorge. Steep decent and super steep Ascent 🫣 but worth the views. Took us around 3.5h to complete at a leisurely pace.
Katie Poole — Google review
It’s definitely a must see place if you are in Provence. This is the beautiful raw nature that leaves you in awe. Highly recommend renting a kayak or catamaran, the prices are reasonable. The place is worth enjoying it, admiring, taking photos, riding a boat and swimming in the river. But to me it’s not really the place where you can relax on the shore due to the lack of facilities. And this is ok, as this place is what you want to admire. During the high season I suggest coming early morning, around 09.00 or max 10.00
Lola Ortikova — Google review
The most beautiful place I have ever known, the color color that is reflected in the water is magical beautiful mountains, a place to spend it with family the spectacular boat ride you rent it on the pier.
Isis Kiss — Google review
Absolutely gorgeous landscape to get there.
Roberta Contegreco — Google review
Incredible place in the Provence of France. The ride towards the gorge has stunning views. The bridge over the gorge offers an amazing view of the river and a chance for breathtaking photos. You can rent a canoe or a small boat to navigate inside the river for a more enhanced experience.
Michael Stavrakakis — Google review
I was surprised to see that the color of the water in real life wasn’t as blue as they looked in the photos. It could’ve been because it was cloudy on the day we went. But the water was very refreshing to swim in and it was a calm day without too many boats in the end of June.
double dee — Google review
Great place to visit in September ! We took catamaran for 1,5 hours and enjoyed the trip to the fullest !
Alevtina Amchislavskaia — Google review
Spectacular gorge with several great hikes , take more water than you think you may need as it gets very hot in the afternoon. Arrive as early as possible as it gets very busy.
Robert Salisbury — Google review
Amazing gorge and river. Rent a kayak and paddle down the gorge for amazing views. If you are going in summer check conditions first as it can dry up when it hasn’t rained in a while.
Nathali — Google review
We made a full day trip around the canyon. It's huge and beautiful. Don't miss it!
Grimaud is a charming village situated in the Var department of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France. Nestled on the French Riviera, this perched village boasts historical connections to the Grimaldi family. To fully experience all that Grimaud and its surroundings have to offer, it's recommended to rent a car for convenient exploration.
The Massif de l'Esterel is an extensive volcanic range in the Var region of France, spanning approximately 32,000 hectares. This low-lying mountain boasts a network of trails suitable for hikers and cyclists alike, with stunning vistas overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The rugged red terrain is complemented by exceptional panoramic views, and visitors may even catch sight of wild boar roaming the area.
a low-lying volcanic mountain of about 32,000 hectares, located in the south-east of the Var, in France. Équitable place for hiking. A red mountain borded by the mediteranean sea. Équitable place for hiking.
Leila — Google review
don’t get me wrong this is a BEAUTIFUL hike! but we were expecting it to be a one hour hike and it ended up being four hours which we were unprepared for. maybe it’s on us or maybe they need better signage? pack lots of water!
Alex — Google review
Beautiful place with exceptional views, if you're lucky you'll see the wild boar too.
james danbury — Google review
Loved it!
Mufasa C. — Google review
Wonderful area..i like this place and i like tu turn again
Chris Niederkofler — Google review
(Translated by Google) Exceptional panorama of the Mediterranean Sea.
Gorgeous
To see with your eyes
I recommend
(Original)
Panorama exceptionnel sur la Mer Méditerranée.
Magnifique
A voir avec vos yeux
Je recommande
Steve Lucas — Google review
(Translated by Google) I will never tire of these magnificent landscapes. I find that this is the best time to fully appreciate the magic of these places. It's still very quiet.
(Original)
Je ne me lasserai jamais de ces magnifiques paysages. Je trouve que c'est la meilleure période pour apprécier pleinement la magie de ces lieux. C'est encore très calme.
Pierre et Cathy “Cat et Pierre” DEMIGUEL — Google review
(Translated by Google) Magnificent landscapes, during a boat tour, it was born following a volcanic eruption 250 million years ago. Which explains this reddish landscape
(Original)
De magnifiques paysages, lors d un tour en bateaux, il est né suite a une éruption volcanique il y a 250 millions d'années. Ce qui explique se paysage rougeâtre
ma vision des choses le guide et voyageur — Google review
(Translated by Google) Masterpiece of colours. Crystal clear water. You are left breathless
(Original)
Capolavoro di colori. Acqua cristallina. Si rimane senza fiato
Maurizio Malberti — Google review
(Translated by Google) The Esterel massif is very vast, you can go for walks and also mountain bike rides. Tables are at your disposal
(Original)
Le massif Esterel est très vaste, on peut pratiquer des balades pédestres et aussi des randonnées de Vtt. Des tables sont à votre disposition
Mimi Ga — Google review
(Translated by Google) An exceptional place, with trails for beautiful hikes, parking. But be careful of thieves, don't leave anything in the car interior, otherwise you risk being left there without the windows.
(Original)
Un endroit exceptionnel, avec les pistes pour faire des beaux randonnées, parkings. Mais faites attention aux voleurs, ne laissiez rien dans l'habitacle de voiture, sinon vous risquez d'y rester sans les vitres.
The long, prestigious promenade known as the "Côte d'Azur" is located in Cannes and runs along the seafront for a mile. Along its route are many luxury shops, casinos, and palaces. It's also home to the famous Cannes Film Festival every May.
The famous boulevard. Nice shops along the way and great for walking by the beach.
hollo — Google review
the couple of times i went here i think i enjoyed it!!! really pretty and really sunny!!! everyone looked stylish!!! even the old grannies with their mini dogs!!! so inspiring!!! restaurant bills all paid for by my bill payer within "the groupies haigh"!!! yeah!!! this is more like it!!! happy hols!!! eating!!! drinking!!! enjoying "it" as much as i could for the week only then home!!!
little puzzle — Google review
We have been vacationing on the Cote d'Azur for the past few years. Of course, we always come for coffee, to the shops and for a walk along the promenade. The last time we were there was during the film festival and it was understandably full of visitors.
Bogdan Marcelan — Google review
What's really disappointing about all the beach bars is their menus are pretty much a replication of one another. There are very little options for vegetarians, either risotto or pasta. It's like 10 years ago in the UK
Lisa Cerdan — Google review
Popularly known as Palais des Festivals et des Congres", La Croisette is about 22 km long promenade in Cannes along the shore of the Mediterranean Sea where the Cannes Film Festival is held. There is a sidewalk with hotels, casinos, brand stores, a rose garden and places with lots of shady trees where families meet and spend their quality time. There are interesting places around this place to stroll and explore. If you are falling short of time or do not have energy for a walk, then one can enjoy a small touristic city train tour to explore the nearby area. The place is dynamic with lots of hustle bustle of the tourists and locals. The evening sunsets and the night illuminations and combined with festive fireworks make this place truly romantic and mesmerizing. A must to visit when you are in France.
Ubaid Ullah Hussaini Syed — Google review
Luxury boulevard of Cannes, beautiful beach clubs/ restaurants, luxury shops.. it has also the top rated restaurants..
only that its extremely crowded.. so its not the right place to relax and enjoy the sea view.
G F — Google review
Lovely promenade by the sea. How much I love this city! 🤩🤩🤩
Urban Traveler — Google review
Top destination
Giovanni Nanetti — Google review
You can see all the sights in a couple of hours
The beaches is so nice and clean water 🌊
It's a pleasure to swim
Annetta Derevyanchenko — Google review
Still an amazing and mythical boulevard. Great for an evening stroll. Always buzzing with excitement!
The zoo Marineland is an amazing place that features a wide variety of animals, both wild and captivity. It's perfect for families looking to explore some new creatures while enjoying some fun in the sun.
Second time we’ve been and didn’t disappoint. Not to pricey for entry. Avoid the shop as it’s incredibly expensive! But what shop that sells cuddly toys isn’t! Great day out. Definitely plan to catch the events around the park (orcas/dolphins) very good experience.
Edward Lawrence (Edd) — Google review
Great experience in the pre-season (April)! Beautiful weather, not crowded, very nice staff. And last but not least, wonderful animals and fascinating shows. The lovely and professional animal trainers also must be mentioned! The day we spent here was amazing!
Balázs Tóth — Google review
A pure moment of happiness shared with the Orcas. Very little people. The shows are very educational. The park is at human dimension not too big. Practical entrance with easy parking system. Subway is there. You also have an amusement park that was closed during my visit.
A. EIDE — Google review
An experience that can hardly be described in words, it must be experienced, because that's the only way to feel the connection with the marine world. For each and every recommendation (for all ages), we continue to recount events from the park. Once again, whoever is nearby should definitely stop by .
slobodan veljkovic — Google review
I visited for an extended weekend and the VIP experience package. I've never visited France, nor do I speak French and the staff were so friendly and accommodating!
I care deeply for the welfare of captive cetaceans and I was delighted to see how engaged and active both the dolphins and orcas were, even outside of shows. They always had some form of enrichment, and it was fascinating to see the orcas making up "games" or working together of their own volition to try and retrieve a toy that was stuck on a ledge. It was a shame part of the park is closed off to visitors for weekdays - such as the seals, dolphin lagoon and orca stadium - so best to visit on a weekend though this means all the shows are significantly busier and the park was pretty much empty on the weekdays.
When booking the VIP it was a little unclear what the orca experience entailed, causing some confusion for me and my friend. I booked the package, so got to go up to the glass for photos and up close to the show pool during a demonstration while my friend booked just the orca experience and got an up close look at Inouk in a back pool.
The VIP is SO worth it - pro tip! If you're interested in your photos from the photographer, ask to pay for them to email you the photos, this isn't something they advertise but are happy to do it. For prints you'll be paying a fortune.
All the staff are friendly and transparent, and were happy to answer any questions we had about any of the animals. I really want the orcas to stay, rather than being transferred to another park.
Jack Stroud — Google review
In general the place is nice and the staff is really kind, only the fact that almost all the restaurant inside were closed (just one was open) was a little disappointing..and the food was not even that good. Apart from that,it was a good experience.
Fra -AMS, NL- — Google review
Lovely place to spend time with your kids and to enjoy some awesome shows: eared seals, dolphins and orcas. First time visiting this place and I will definitely come back again.
Elena-Tatiana Chi? — Google review
Absolutely breathtaking for me, all three performances were great and I was impressed that both trainers and animals are enthusiastic about the performance. The sea lions are great, the dolphins are amazing and the killer whales are fantastic. Behind the killer whales is a large pool with teenage dolphins - they threw a ball with us and the experience was absolutely surreal.
Yes, we can debate the breeding and exercise of these amazing animals in captivity, but the staff gave me the impression that they know and love their charges, and the residents of the pools seemed to be at ease and enjoying the activities.
The park is relatively small, but I compare it to the zoo in Prague :-)
Shops and refreshments are ok.
Two problems - the contactless cards did not work at the drink machines at the killer whales. And what bothered me a lot is the absence of drinking fountains - this is a huge and incomprehensible mistake in the heat.
Sileny Kralik — Google review
Fun experience. Huge turtles, sea lions & orcas. There’s a water park too. I don’t like the captivating of large mammals but apparently the orcas here are born in captivity so there’s a small relief in the fact they’ve not been taken from the wild. Still doesn’t feel right.
Byron Sheardown — Google review
it is a nice park. my kids enjoyed it a lot. the only con was that the presentations at the begining of the shows were very long (starting in french, then switching to english at the end) for my kids taste. Compared to Loro Parque in Tenerife it still needs more entertainment.
raluca stavros — Google review
To visit the entire park with all attractions takes around 5 hours. But do not rush, the animals at this place are very unique and artistic. The environment is very animal friendly. Decorations are comprehensive and very close to the nature ones.
Stanislav Degtjarjov — Google review
Visited in May 2023. The place is different from many other oceanariums. It's unique with seal, dolphin and killer whale shows in one place. It's focused on education, giving information about biology, ecology, marine life preservation. It's interesting to watch how clown fish are breeded and how different corals grow... There is a huge paid parking available and there are a lot of places you can eat at or just have a drink.
Iryna Konovalova — Google review
It's a nice park but it's missing some entertainment and the animals, for example the Dolphins, are being kept far away from the public The shows are fun to watch but there's a lot of time in-between that you need to fill up.. the park is clean, well maintained but can use some more playgrounds or sea life.
Do not worry if you get hungry. There are plenty of restaurants or vending machines around the park. I would've preferred more sea life attractions (some aquariums or educational stands) where kids could play and learn but okay..
Unfortunately the waterpark and amusement park next door where closed despite being 30° in June..
Will definitely come back next year with my son to do all the animal encounters!!
Gerard Mulder — Google review
Animals have lovely large habitats and as far as orcas and dolphins go I must say I did feel like I would be against it but was pleasantly surprised at the depth and size of their homes . Great family day out- food outlets a little pricey but this is expected
Ashleigh Brunton — Google review
We've spent a wonderful day at Marineland. Stunning animations, beautiful animals and the parc itself. Very clean and great service. Will definitely come back! :)