Les Halles Market
Intra-muros 1.5 hrs
Immerse yourself in local flavors at Avignon's vibrant indoor market.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Mediterranean
Languages
French and English
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
2–4 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Intra-muros (within the city walls)
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, service included
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
70 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Papalines d'Avignon
Tapenade
Daube Provençale
Fougasse
When to visit Avignon
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan40
Cold, quiet
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Feb45
Chilly, quiet
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Mar60
Mild, spring blooms
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Apr75
Pleasant, fewer crowds
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May85
Warm, sunny
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Jun80
Hot, sunny
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Jul90
Very hot, festival
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Aug85
Hot, busy
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Sept80
Warm, pleasant
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Oct70
Mild, autumn colors
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Nov55
Cool, quiet
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Dec50
Cold, festive
Things to do in Avignon
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Rocher des Doms Gardens
Intra-muros 1.5 hrs
Enjoy panoramic views of the city, Rhône, and Pont d'Avignon.
Wine Tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Nearby 3 hrs
Savor world-class wines in the famous Rhône Valley vineyards.
Best in the evening
1 place
Avignon Festival (July)
City-wide 3 hrs
Experience world-renowned theatre and performing arts during July.
Any time of day
3 places
Palais des Papes
Intra-muros 2.5 hrs
Explore the immense Gothic palace, former seat of the Catholic Church.
Pont d'Avignon (Pont Saint-Bénézet)
Intra-muros 1 hr
Walk on the iconic medieval bridge, famous from the song.
Day Trip to Luberon Villages
Nearby 8 hrs
Discover picturesque hilltop villages like Gordes and Roussillon.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Avignon
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Afternoon Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon
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Unstructured tour
Exceptional excursion in 2cv in the Luberon
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Standard tour
Gordes & Lavender in Luberon
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Standard tour
Chateauneuf du Pape and Luberon vineyard tour from Avignon
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Standard tour
Camargue Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon
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Standard tour
Chateauneuf-du-Pape Prestige Wine Tour from Avignon
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Standard tour
Nimes, Uzes & Pont du Gard Small Group Half-Day Tour from Avignon
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Activity tour
Avignon Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Avignon
Straight-line distance from the centre of Avignon.
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