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Roman sites and historic places in Provence

Office du Tourisme d'Avignon, 41 cours Jean Jaurès, 84000 Avignon, Avignon, France

Roman sites and historic places in Provence

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Overview

Duration

8h 30min

Languages

English, French

Voucher type

mobile

What To Expect

Discover the Roman sites and historic places in Provence with this full-day tour of Nîmes, Uzès and Pont du Gard and Orange.Nîmes is a great city of arts, proud of its prestigious Roman past. You'll visit the 'Arenes' amphitheater (entrance ticket and audioguide included). Quick glance at the Maison Carrée; best preserved temple of the ancient Roman empire.Uzès is a charming medieval town and the first Duchy of France. It has preserved its layout as a medieval stronghold, embellished in the 17th and 18th centuries. See the Place aux Herbes, the episcopal palace, the Ducal Palace, the Fenestrelle Tower (a unique bell-tower) and Saint-Théodorit Cathedral.Continue to Pont du Gard (entrance included), amazing vestige of one of the largest and best preserved Roman aqueduct protected by the UNESCO. The museum is not included.In Orange, discover one of the best preserved 'Théâtre Antique' in the Roman empire (entrance ticket is included). Photo stop at the Triumphal Arch.

What to remember

Important info

When occur events such as concerts or bullfights at the amphitheater of Nimes, the visit will be replaced by a video in the Maison Carrée or Square House, one of the best-preserved temples in the Roman world
Children under 4 years old are not allowed on tours
The tour operator cannot be held responsible for delay due to traffic conditions, weather, accidents occurred during getting on or off the vehicle
Comfortable walking shoes are recommanded
Not wheelchair accessible

What's included

Transportation in 8-seater A/C minibus. English-speaking professional driver/guide. Entrance fee to Pont du Gard and Arenes de Nîmes (audio-guide included)

What's not included

Food and drinks, unless specified. Personal expenses. Gratuities (optional)

Know Before You Go

Highlights

Stroll in the charming medieval town of Uzés. See the UNESCO Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard. Discover the magnificent roman 'Théâtre Antique' of Orange. Enjoy a audio-guided tour of the roman amphitheater 'Arènes' of Nîmes

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until a day in advance

Provider

A LA FRANCAISE

Meeting Point

Please arrive 10 minutes before departure time of the tour indicated at the Office du Tourisme d'Avignon.