Avignon Walking Tour including Pope's Palace

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Marvel at magnificent medieval architecture on this walking tour of Avignon, including the Pope’s Palace. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage–listed city of Avignon, home to the Papacy and seat of western Christianity in the 14th century. Follow your guide along the historical city walls for breathtaking views over the Rhône River. Beat the queues and enjoy swift access to the chambers and chapels of the Pope’s Palace. Admire 19th-century architecture in the beautiful Place de l’Horloge and finish with a glass of Côtes du Rhône wine.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not suitable for children under 4 years old

There are a series of steps to climb to reach the Pope's Palace

Anyone under 18 will not be served wine at the end of the tour

Operated in english only

4 persons minimum to guarantee the departure

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Licensed guide

Popes Palace ticket entrance

1 glass of Côtes du Rhône wine

Gratuities

Food and drinks, unless specified

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

9:00 am Meet your guide at our office A La Française Provence located 4 rue de la république 84000 Avignon.

•Admission Not Applicable

Avignon

Enjoy a 3 hours walking tour in the city center, with the Popes Palace included

3 hours•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Morning Walking Tour Avignon

Duration: 3 hours: Duration of the morning tour is from 9.00 am to 12.30 pm.

Reviews

4.47

137 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great 1/2 Day tour of Avignon!
Rhone M,
Jun 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The tour was great! Guide was very knowledgeable. The meeting point was a bit hard to find, but if you’re one the street & facing the small cafe on your right, the office is to your left! Avignon is a beautiful town that is very rich in culture & history! Loved it!!
Fantastic tour
Maria B,
Jun 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Jeremy, our tour guide, was fantastic and spoke perfect English! Got so much good information. Avignon is very historic and he had lots of facts to share with us! Our group was 7 people and they were all lovely. At the end of the tour we had beautiful wine tasting. What a great way to end a fantastic tour!!
This tour was amazing! ...
Trina C,
Jun 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This tour was amazing! Arnaud was knowledgeable, funny and truly brought the history and character of Avignon to life. Highly recommend.
Wonderful introduction to...
Ellen H,
May 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Wonderful introduction to Avignon! Our guide was amazing, he covered all the important information, while keeping the day interesting.
This is a very...
helenkarris,
May 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This is a very informative walking tour. And is excellent for newly arrived tourists to get an overview of the city’s history, culture and places to eat. I highly recommend it. Emille, our tour guide, has vast knowledge of the city’s history, and was friendly and professional. Thank you