Time flies in this complete tour of Aix-en-Provence
Overview
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Do you...
Want to learn more about Aix's history, culture, and food?
Want to walk on streets you haven't yet discovered?
Want to meet a Franco-British local and get tips?
If so, have we got a tour for you!
Learn an in-depth history of the city:
- How the Romans founded the city.
- How religion shaped its medieval history.
- How it became to known as "Paris of the South" during the renaissance.
- Why it became known as a sleeping beauty during the 19th century.
- How the US Army liberated the city, and the French-Connection.
- How the city is at the forefront of human science and technology.
Also!
- Take souvenir photos at the splendid 'Fontaine des Quatre Dauphins'.
- Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and aromas of Provences morning markets and its many mansions.
- Conclude your tour at the Cathedral, near Cezanne's workshop.
- Enjoy the small group experience (This activity accommodates groups of up to 12 people or can be privatized for an additional fee.).
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Entrance to Church
Souvenir Photo
Not bottled, but you can fill your bottle at local water sources.
Entrance to Cathedral
Morning: Get tasters included at the Farmers Market. Afternoon: Get a discount at the best Gelato in town.
Local Delicacy Taster
Gratuities
What To Expect
Office de Tourisme d’Aix-en-Provence
Start the tour getting to know each other and some information briefings - safety first! Public toilets are outside of the building, and there are nearby cafés for last minute refreshments.
Fontaine de La Rotonde
Start with a geographic and historic overview of the area.
Options
Small Group Walking Tour
Reviews
213 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An Aix-cellent Tour: History, Culture, and Community
Catherine H,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Benjamin’s tour is smart, thorough, funny and a delightful overview of Aix. We especially appreciated his attention to detail and the kindness he showed us and others. Stickers and Polaroid were unexpected great touches. Thanks for the keepsakes of our afternoon!
We had a very...
Ronald P,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a very entertaining and informative tour of Aix. Lots of little stops with some small tasting of local sweets. Benjamin was a top notcbh guide.
A very comprehensive tour, delivered with a sense of humour. It showed me parts of Aix that i had not visited before
R6082KQhelens,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a very comprehensive tour, delivered with a sense of humour. It showed me parts of Aix that i had not visited before. There was lots of back up material. It was good to interact with other member of the tour, who were from all over the world. I learnt lot about Aix & his family's roots in Aix - they have lived there for a long time. I would highly recommend this tour
Very informative,...
Rojelio S,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative, interesting and fun. Benjamin was engaging, made the experience not just informative but very fun. Overall, excellent!
Off the Beaten Path with Benjamin
just-lovin-cruisin,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great walking tour with Benjamin of Aix. His intimate love and knowledge of Aix made this "off the beaten path" tour well worth the trip from the Marseille cruise terminal. Ben is probably the most communicative tour guide I've ever encountered and his, (at this moment), 100% rating on Tripadvisor is likely a testament to that. He's very prompt at providing answers to any worries, concerns, questions about the tour. In some ways, we were lucky to have Benjamin all to ourselves for our tour of Aix. He was informative of Aix's history and its artistic and intellectual impact throughout certain periods. Benjamin seemed very passionate about the effect of Cezanne, his dedication to his particular style of artistic expression, and the impact it has had on today's modern art. Since we were putting this into a cruise stop and Aix being some distance from Marseille, it did take some time to get there. For the most time productive standpoint, Uber proved to be the quickest option at just under 40 minutes, (from the cruise port) and cost 42.49 Euros . We did take a bus back to Marseille which was far more economical at about 14 Euros. Benjamin can offer some recommendations for transportation but keep in mind, the responsibility of getting back to the cruise port is yours. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Benjamin for a tour of Aix and if you want a 2nd, 3rd or 4th opinion; just read he reviews here on Tripadvisor or Viator. Nothing sells a product better than word of mouth. If staying in Marseille, I would highly recommend going to Aix just for the more welcoming venue of Aix. The bazaar was amazing and my only regret was it closed before we could explore all its offerings.
Enjoyable historical tour!
Anthony V,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ben gave us a great tour of his city, Aix en Provence. He knows his history and he led us on an enjoyable, educational walk through several neighborhoods. He charm and wit made for lively discussions. A very enjoyable tour!
Great day in X.
Kathy S,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Benjamin was very knowledgeable & personal and showed us many fascinating aspects of the city. He provided a great historical perspective and wove in some interesting aspects of the important figures.
Beauty city, great tour and excellent tour guide
thh228,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Benjamin was knowledgeable, entertaining, and we really enjoyed the tour in the beautiful city of Aix-en-Provence. His historical perspective gave an in depth view of the city
Aix is a Gem of a City
JUDY S,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Aix-en-Provence is a beautiful city rich in history. And our guide was excellent at making that history come alive. It was an easy stroll through the city, with frequent stops to learn interesting facts and stories from both the past and the present. I would highly recommend.
Made My Day!
andrewcT4057NQ,
Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Came across Benjamin and his tour after my original tour was cancelled. As a last minute booking I was unsure of what to expect, but it totally made my day. Without a tour I would have been totally adrift in Aix. Thanks to Ben I got an excellent overview of the city and found my bearings with plenty of humor thrown in. Don’t let the humor and mischief fool you, Ben knows his stuff and you’ll learn plenty of facts, history etc. along the way!
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