Pont d'Avignon
The Pont Saint-Benezet (Pont d'Avignon) is the famous medieval bridge that now ends in the middle of the Rhone after most of its arches collapsed. Entry to walk on the bridge is paid.
Palace in Avignon
Palais des Papes
The Palais des Papes is the largest Gothic palace in Europe, built when the papacy moved from Rome to Avignon in the 14th century. Entry is paid. The exterior and the Place du Palais are free. The palace’s sheer scale (it covers 15,000 square meters) dominates the city. Budget travelers photograph the facade from the square, walk the free exterior perimeter, and decide whether the interior tour fits the budget.
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Before you go
- Address
- Place du Palais, 84000 Avignon
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Rocher des Doms
The Rocher des Doms is a hilltop park above the Palais des Papes with views over the Rhone, the Pont d'Avignon, and on clear days, Mont Ventoux. Free.
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