Visit Aix-en-Provence
Guided walking tour
The city will reveal itself to you through the elegance of its private mansions, the beauty of its architecture, its fountains and its monuments, witnesses of its prestigious past. Find the programme of guided tours from the Tourist Office here.
Want to discover Aix-en-Provence and/or its surroundings in a different way? Follow Mylène, Arthur and Jérôme, qualified tour guides who will reveal the secrets of the area. For more information, click here.
Provencal Market
Place Richelme: every day.
Place des Prêcheurs and Place Verdun: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings.
Place de l'Hôtel de Ville: every day except the first Sunday of the month.
The Sainte-Victoire mountain
Symbol of Provence, the Sainte-Victoire mountain offers several hikes. Find the different circuits on visiorando.
Family walks
The "Carnets de balades urbaines" (urban walking books) offer you routes punctuated with fun activities for children and original information for older children. You can download the booklets here.
- Art Centre
A sample of 18th century French architecture, the Hôtel de Caumont hosts two temporary exhibitions per year dedicated to the great names in art. Musical performances and conferences enrich the Art Centre's programme.
Granet Museum
Discover more than 12,000 masterpieces of archaeology, sculptures and paintings as well as the temporary exhibition of the moment. Prepare your visit here.
Vasarely Foundation
A historical monument since 2013, the architectural centre was designed by Victor Vasarely. The foundation houses the artist's works integrated into the facades and internal walls. It also hosts temporary exhibitions and cultural events. More information here.
Around Aix-en-Provence
The Alpilles - Arles - Avignon - the Camargue - Cassis - the French Riviera - Luberon - Marseille - Pont du Gard - Provence - Verdon
The Tourist Office offers a selection of excursions every day of the week from Aix-en-Provence. On board the air-conditioned buses, commentaries are given in French and English at least.
Château La Coste
The Art & Architecture Trail is open every day from 10 am to 5 pm. During your walk, discover the 36 installations spread over the estate. At the end of the tour, you will find the sales cellar, the art centre, the bookshop and the restaurants.
Address: 2750 route de la Cride, 13605 Aix-en-Provence
A family-run business, the chocolate factory is known for the quality of its raw materials, its artisanal production and its production without preservatives or freezing. Visits to the production workshops as well as workshops for adults and/or children are available.
Workshop address: La Plantation, avenue Georges de Fabry, 13540 Puyricard
Shop in town: 7-9 rue Rifle-Rafle, 13100 Aix-en-Provence
Carrières de Lumières
Located in the heart of the Alpilles, at the foot of the Baux-de-Provence, you will discover the immersive digital exhibition dedicated to a great name in the history of art. View the programme here.
Address: Route de Maillane, 13520 Les Baux-de-Provence.
Visit Marseille
Centre de la Vieille Charité
The Vieille Charité is the centre of the city's cultural life. It is home to numerous structures including the Museum of Mediterranean Archaeology, the Museum of African, Oceanic and Amerindian Arts, Le Miroir, an arts and experimental film theatre, the Marseille International Poetry Centre and the National Centre for Scientific Research.
Natural History Museum of Marseille
A real showcase for naturalist and heritage curiosities, the MHNM offers a varied cultural programme.
MUCEM
This national museum dedicated to the civilisations of the Mediterranean is a mecca for architecture and heritage. There are three places to visit: the J4 esplanade, the Fort-Saint Jean and the Conservation and Resource Centre.
Visit the calanques by boat
Embark on a cruise in the heart of a fragile and highly protected area: the Calanques National Park. We recommend that you go on an excursion with BleuEvasion, which has become an expert in this field. Choose the time of day you want to go and the crew will take care of the rest!
Père Blaize's herb shop
Created in 1815 by Toussaint Blaize, the Herboristerie is a real institution. Run by the descendants of its founder over 6 generations, the pharmacy-herbisty shares its unique knowledge and offers an impressive variety of plant-based products and treatments.
Brasserie de la Plaine
The first artisanal beer in Marseille appeared in 2013 and has since conquered Marseille and its surroundings. The brewery can welcome you for a visit by appointment and also offers brewing workshops.
Cristal Limiñana
Founded in 1884, this family-run pastis and anisette factory is one of the last in Marseilles and also one of the last to make pastis in Marseilles.... à Marseille! Visit the factory accompanied by the great-granddaughter of the creator who will tell you about the Limiñana family's adventure and the secrets of its flagship products.
Friche La Belle de Mai
Built in the former Manufacture des Tabacs de Marseille, the wasteland brings together theatres, exhibitions and artists' residences and offers a rich cultural programme. A place of conviviality and sharing, you will find restaurants, cafés, a bookshop, an urban area,...
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