Avignon City Centre
Avignon
Visit Avignon City Centre
Popular places to visit
Palais des Papes
Built to house and protect France’s 14th-century popes, one of Europe’s largest Gothic palaces dominates Avignon’s skyline and cultural life.
Avignon Cathedral
Celebrate mass in this resting place of 14th-century popes, or simply visit to enjoy the spiritual and artistic treasures within this beautiful Romanesque cathedral.
Rue de la Republique
You can learn about the history of Avignon with a visit to Rue de la Republique. Discover the festivals and cathedral in this walkable area.
Rue des Teinturiers
You can learn about the history of Avignon with a trip to Rue des Teinturiers. Discover the festivals and cathedral in this walkable area.
Eglise Saint Pierre
You can find out about the history of Avignon with a visit to Eglise Saint Pierre. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its local cheese shops.
Avignon Festival
Enjoy a show at Avignon Festival, a theatre with a story to tell in Avignon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's festivals.
Things to do
Saint Remy, Les Baux and Pont du Gard Small Group Day Trip
From Avignon: Arles, Les Baux-de-Provence & Saint-Rémy Tour
From Avignon: Wine Tour in 3 places inc. Châteauneuf du Pape
Wine and Sensory Exploration at Le Jas des Papes
Full Day Best of Provence Tour from Avignon
Luberon Villages Small Group Half-Day Trip from Avignon
Top hotels in Avignon City Centre
Central Hotel
The hotel is in a great location, just a 10-minute walk from the Palace of the Popes, with many restaurants nearby. My room was spacious and quiet. Staff was friendly. However, the toilet tank leaked and flushed automatically every few minutes throughout my three-night stay. Despite reporting it ...
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe
Well located and well furnished
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Avignon Grand Hotel
Near train station
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Kyriad Avignon Palais Des Papes
Rooms were very clean and the staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Hotel De Cambis
Charming property. Quiet, perfect location, comfy bed. Everything you could want is easily within walkable distance - food, sights, shopping. Quick stroll from the train station (Avignon Centre, which is a 5 min train ride from Avignon TGV station). Would have happily spent even longer than our two ...
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Regina Hotel
Right downtown, in the middle of restaurants and sights. Very nice clerks and a good breakfast.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Avignon City Centre
Piot
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Piot and surrounding area, you can visit Avignon Ferris Wheel and Rue de la Republique.
Rocade Nord
While Rocade Nord may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like City Walls and Rue des Teinturiers.
Quartier Nord
Quartier Nord might not have many top sights, but City Walls and Rue des Teinturiers are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Quartier Ouest
While Quartier Ouest isn't home to many top sights, Avignon Festival and Avignon Ferris Wheel are some notable places to visit nearby.
Quartier Est
When in Quartier Est, you can plan a visit to City Walls and Rue des Teinturiers, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sud Rocade
While there might not be top attractions in Sud Rocade, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rue des Teinturiers and Avignon Festival.
