22 days in Avignon Itinerary

An ancient town center surrounded by medieval ramparts, Avignon is a major city of Provence and a Mediterranean city in the Vaucluse department on the left bank of the Rhône River.

Change things up with these side-trips from Avignon: Marseille (Immeubles Pouillon, Le Vieux Port, &more), Les Baux de Provence (Chateau des Baux de Provence & Carrieres des Lumieres) and Jardin d'Alcinoos (in Saint-Remy-de-Provence). There's still lots to do: savor the flavors at Food & Drink, see exotic creatures in open habitats at Wine Safari, take in nature's colorful creations at Rocher des Doms, and admire the masterpieces at Musee Angladon.

To see where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read our Avignon trip itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport, Marseille Provence Airport and Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport. In June in Avignon, expect temperatures between 83°F during the day and 60°F at night.