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Musée du Petit Palais
Art museum beside the Palais des Papes, known for its collection of Italian primitives and works from the Avignon school.
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58073 · 4349Taking the bus can often be the best way to reach Avignon, one of Provence's, and France's, most historic cities. The town is easily reached by bus from Lyon or Marseille, and travelers can even take a long distance bus to Avignon from Paris. That's a very handy option for anyone flying into Paris CDG, making the journey from North America much easier.
Buses to Avignon will arrive at Avignon, Centre (also listed as Avignon Boulevard Saint Roch). This means that passengers will alight right next to the city's main station, which is useful for reaching nearby destinations like Arles or Marseille. Local buses run from the station as well, including the LER 18, 22, and 23, so getting into central Avignon isn't difficult.
When travelers book a bus to Avignon, they could travel with a couple of companies. Services are provided by Eurolines (the major operator), as well as BlaBlaBus. Infobus also offers some connections from Barcelona.
Buses offer an affordable and comfortable route to Avignon, taking a lot of the stress out of arrival. For those coming from the USA, buses offer an easy way to transfer from Barcelona El Prat or Paris CDG, both of which cater for flights across the Atlantic. Buses also run from almost all southern French cities, making life easier for those enjoying city-hopping vacations. Companies like Eurolines operate daily schedules on most routes, so finding a suitable departure time won't be hard, and the arrival point is very close to Avignon city center.
The city of Avignon isn't large at all, so walking (or hiring bicycles) is a popular way to see the sights. Alternatively, Lietaud double-decker buses run from sight to sight, allowing visitors to take everything in when time is short. There's quite a lot to see. The Palace of the Popes was once home to the Pope during the famous medieval "schism", while the Musee du Petit Palais hosts a magical collection of paintings from the Avignon School. If taking vacation snaps is a priority, there's nothing like a stroll to the end of the ruined Pont d'Avignon. The views of the city and the River Rhone are sublime.
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Art museum beside the Palais des Papes, known for its collection of Italian primitives and works from the Avignon school.
Avignon’s main fine arts and archaeology museum, housed in an elegant 18th-century mansion with varied permanent collections.
Major contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions and works by leading modern and contemporary artists.
The city’s grand ceremonial square in front of the Palais des Papes, lively and essential for first-time visitors.
Popular landscaped gardens with panoramic viewpoints over the Rhône, bridge, and Villeneuve-lès-Avignon.
Picturesque canal-side street with waterwheels, stone facades, and one of Avignon’s most photogenic walks.
A slow-cooked Provençal beef stew braised with red wine, herbs, and vegetables, traditional across Provence and commonly enjoyed in Avignon.
A classic Provençal vegetable stew of tomato, eggplant, zucchini, peppers, and herbs, strongly associated with the cuisine of southern France.
A baked dish of layered seasonal vegetables, olive oil, and herbs, typical of Provence and often served as a side or light main course.
A respected contemporary restaurant offering creative French cuisine with seasonal ingredients in a modern but relaxed atmosphere.
A well-known Avignon restaurant serving refined French and Provençal cuisine in an intimate, polished setting near the historic center.
An established fine-dining address near the Palais des Papes, known for elegant regional cooking and an extensive Rhône wine selection.
Moderate by French standards. Casual meals are manageable, but hotels and dining rise in peak season and during the festival.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service; 5-10% only for exceptional meals. Round up taxis; small tips are optional in cafés and hotels.
Official public transport app
Avignon Boulevard Saint-Roch, Avignon -> Avignon Centre Station, Avignon
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