We booked a half day Provence tour with wine tasting and a trip to the Roman aqueduct at point du…read moreguard that also included a stop at the Theater Antique D'Orange which is an old Roman coliseum in Orange. The tour was great! Our guide Anne picked us up at our hotel and she provided us with an awesome afternoon tour! I highly recommend Time 4 Provence for anyone staying in Avignon who wants to see the surrounding sites.

We had a wonderful time seeing the countryside and trying wines with Gordana. She is knowledgeable,…read moreenergetic, and kind. A perfect way to spend a half day in Provence.

We loved this city on our river cruise stop. Fun town to explore with lots of shops and…read morerestaurants. I probably never would have come here if it wasnt a stop on the cruise. The town is beautiful and all contained in high stone walls. The popes palace is a must see and try and go to a night time concert there, it was quite the experience! I could have spent another whole day here.

I knew Avignon was a large city in Provence and that it would be easy to get on a train...to go…read moreanywhere, really.....lots of options....It is the capital of the Vaucluse and the Côtes du Rhône, seat of the popes and city of art and culture, theatre, cinema, museums, big stores and little shops, Avignon is a small city that has everything a big one has, and then some... From medieval streets and houses to private mansions from the Renaissance, passing through all its old and enticing squares, some no bigger than a tiny lane... And the diverse dining opportunities, ranging from family-run restaurants, good and inexpensive to some of the greatest Michelin-starred chefs. Recognized for its architectural beauty and historic importance, the centre of Avignon was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995, and the city served as the European cultural capital for 2000.

Worthwhile historic stop to marvel at Roman engineering 2000 years ago. Pay to park, but no need…read morefor tickets if you just want to walk down to the bridge and / or picnic. A view cafe is located at the base of the hill. Numerous swimming holes are available along the river.

This place is nothing short of incredible! It's amazing to see something back home (in Washington…read morestate) that's over a hundred years old and we get really excited about a tree that's 300-400 years old. This structure has been around for 2 millennia and remains structurally sound - I feel like if they could get a waterway to stand for 2000 years, we should be able to figure out how to make a roof last more than 10 years! We opted for a group tour and despite not speaking French (our friends did) we learned a lot via those who could translate for us! The aqueduct traveled nearly 30 miles and only fell 35 feet from top to bottom. It also went out of commission in 500 AD due to calcium build up in the channel. The tour takes you through the actual waterway up top and provided some unparalleled views. We went on a cloudy day and I can only imagine how amazing this thing must have looked two thousand years ago on a sunny day. I can imagine it looks incredible in a sunny day today! If you have a chance to go here, you should do it. It's incredible from an engineering, history and general interest perspective!

Really enjoyed the Palace of the Popes. Fascinating history and I had only heard a little about the…read morefake Popes before. Beautiful building and especially enjoyed the modern art installation inside.

Wow what an amazing building. We were here for an after hours classical concert. Definitely a must…read morevisit when visiting the area.

The Pont Saint-Bénézet also known as the Pont d'Avignon was a medieval bridge across the Rhône in…read morethe town of Avignon, in southern France. Only four arches survive. I don't know why is so famous, maybe because of the song, but I said...I need to take a picture of it...and several I did.. A wooden bridge spanning the Rhône between Villeneuve-lès-Avignon and Avignon was built between 1177 and 1185. This early bridge was destroyed forty years later in 1226 during the Albigensian Crusade when Louis VIII of France laid siege to Avignon. Beginning in 1234 the bridge was rebuilt with 22 stone arches. The stone bridge was about 980 yd in length and only 16 ft 1 in in width, including the parapets at the sides. The bridge was abandoned in the mid-17th century as the arches tended to collapse each time the Rhône flooded making it very expensive to maintain. Four arches and the gatehouse at the Avignon end of the bridge have survived....and it's a tourist mecca. Many people get on, take pictures, stroll around the area.

Quick easy sight to see…read more Not safe if you have toddlers who like to run! Railings on bridge are LOW! Also more difficult for those with mobility impairment as some staircases have no handrails Free audio option for self tour Free bathrooms

My husband and I have visited many caves around the world and this is by far one of the best for…read moreseeing magnificent stalagmites and stalactites up close, including ones I had never seen in person before like the aragonite crystal formations and the eccentrics. Drapery concretions are exactly what they sound like, gorgeous rock formations that look like billowing fabric. Visit their website to see what I mean. Absolutely worth the entrance price!

From the owner: Partez à la découverte d'un univers féérique Ce monde souterrain est un lieu incontournable du…read moretourisme dans l'Hérault et du sud de la France, son exceptionnelle richesse en concrétions d'aragonite et de calcite, en font une cavité parmi les plus visitées de France. En 2005, le site a même été reconnu par le Ministère de l'Ecologie et du Développement Durable pour son intérêt scientifique et esthétique. Depuis 2003, Clamouse offre des visites guidées et commentées pour une découverte scientifique de l'environnement souterrain : Comprendre l'histoire géologique de la grotte. Comprendre la formation des concrétions. Découvrir les animaux cavernicoles. A mi-chemin de chaque visite, un spectacle son et lumière d'une dizaine de minutes est proposé. Imaginé par Christophe Guyard, "Cathédrale du Temps" immerge le public dans le thème du temps géologique. Près du hall d'accueil, se trouve un petit snack-bar, où vous pouvez vous restaurer et boire une boisson chaude. N'hésitez pas à y entrer,

Make this your first stop in Istres! They have guide books for historical tours of Istres, Ipod…read moreguided tours, city maps, and listings of current events around the area. Everyone in the office could speak French and English which helped out with questions on the city and with transportation to other cities. The workers here were first class and went out of their way to ensure my visit was a success. They even printed off train schedules for me when I was having issues at the train station so I could walk up to the ticket office and know exactly what train to buy tickets for.

The best Camargue tour I've ever done! Pierrot has the passion of his mother country and he's an…read moreauthentic naturalist guide knowing and explaining everything about the Camargue fauna and flora. We had also many details about the way of living and tradition of this special place of south of France. Thanks a lot, Pierrot!!! And also for the degustation of the local products : Muscat (sweet white wine) and Camargue bull sausage... Don't forget your hat (sun is hot in summer), and your camera for exceptional shots!