An Authentic and Warm Visit to Aix en Provence
5 Reviews
Aix-en-Provence, France
Half-day Tours hosted by Les échappées Provençales
3 hours (approx.)
Up to 10 travelers
Meet everyone at the start point
Mobile ticket
Offered in English
About
- Little local souvenir
- Tips
What's not included
Pickup point
Multiple pickup locations offered. During checkout you will be able to select from the list.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop atFontaine de La Rotonde
The monumental Rotonde Fountain, symbol of Aix-en-Provence, built in 1860.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atCours Mirabeau
The most famous artery of Aix-en-Provence, with its numerous café terraces and private mansions. Stop in front of the Hôtel de Villars, 17th century, residence of the governor of Provence.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atHotel de Caumont - Art Centre
The most beautiful 18th century mansion in the Mazarin district, which has become an art center.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atFontaine des Quatre-Dauphins
The Fontaine des Quatre Dauphins, a 17th century jewel, is located in the center of the Mazarin district.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atEglise Saint-Jean-de-Malte
First Gothic church in Provence built in the 13th century. Presentation of the Granet Museum which adjoins the church.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atFontaine du Roi Rene
The good King René, emblematic character, last Count of Provence.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atPassage Agard
Picturesque passage created in 1846 between Cours Mirabeau and the Palais de Justice, Place Verdun. We owe it to Félicien Agard who bought a large part of the former convent of the Grands Carmes.
5 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atCourt of Appeal of Aix En Provence
19th century Palace of Justice, built on the site of the former Count's Palace.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atRue Espariat
Hôtel Boyer d'Eguilles 17th century, with its monumental facade and colossal Corinthian pilasters.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atPlace d'Albertas
The most charming square in Aix-en-Provence with the harmony of its facades, its restored cobblestone and its fountain. Albertas Hotel opposite.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atPlace Richelme
Ancienne Place aux Herbes, hosts a local producers' market every day.
5 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atAix-en-Provence
After taking rue Gaston de Saporta, stop at Place de l'Archevêché (Place des Martyrs de la Résistance) where the former 18th century Archiepiscopal Palace is located, today the Tapestry Museum.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atAix-en-Provence
After taking rue Gaston de Saporta, stop at Place de l'Archevêché (Place des Martyrs de la Résistance) where the former 18th century Archiepiscopal Palace is located, today the Tapestry Museum.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atCathedrale St. Sauveur
Located on the site of the ancient Forum, remodeled several times. Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque naves. Baptistery from the 6th century. Very pretty cloister.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children are admitted from 7 years old. The total tour time also includes the time spent walking between each site or monument.
Cancellation Policy
Free Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions?
Visit the Help Centre for any further questions.
Similar experiences
Traveler photos
Reviews
5 Reviews
Total review count and overall rating. We perform checks on reviews.
5 stars
5
4 stars
0
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 stars
0
Great day in Aix
Dan_S, Dec 2024
Caroline is very knowledgeable and professional guide with very warm and friendly attitude always aware of your needs and taking great care. We had amazing tour
Highly recommended
Responses from Caroline B
Hi Dan and Irina ,
Thank you so much for such a nice review !
That was a great pleasure to make you discover my city ! Enjoy your vacation in Provence ! Best greetings ! Caroline
Custom-made tour after our needs, bilingual
Anna_P, Nov 2024
We had an amazing time with Caroline! She really created a custom-made tour for us: a Swedish couple that wanted a mix of English and French, and she adapted the tour after our interests, questions and physics (a bit slower walking pace). The tour is very professional - she brought maps, books and pictures to show us, and she really devoted her time to us. :-) Besides all the vivid info about history, archtecture, art and traditions, she replied to all our odd questions we had about contemporary life in Aix, since one of us has lived in Aix a looong time ago - un grand MERCI pour ça Caroline, le tour était un vrai souvenir d’Aix! ♡ We are so grateful! // Anna & Anders
Responses from Caroline B
Bonjour Anna and Anders,
I am so happy that you enjoyed my visit,and that it brought back happy memories from your student life in Aix-en-Provence!
It is so great to meet interesting and passionate people like you ! and great Francophiles too !
Your passion for Medieval era is fascinating !
Thank you for sharing some interesting facts about Sweden !
Hope to see you again in the future !
Caroline
Amazing tour guide with so much knowledge!!
Nicholas_S, Nov 2024
Caroline was an excellent tour guide. Her passion for Aix en Provence is evident. She is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Caroline provides incredible historical detail about everything in the city. You will learn so much about the history and beauty of Aix. This tour was an incredible value and truly changed the way I saw the city, I recommend anyone considering taking this to go for it! You will not regret it and you will come to love Aix more than you did before the tour!
Responses from Caroline B
Bonjour Nicholas,
Thank you so much for such a nice review !
I am so happy that you enjoyed my visit and that " changed the way you saw Aix-enProvence "!It is very important for me to make the visit of Aix a great experience for the visitors and share my passion for this city .You and Lauren are a very nice and friendly couple and that was pleasant to guide you through the city , you were very interested to learn a lot about it , about Provence ...Enjoy the rest of your trip in south of France ! And come back again !:)
Excellent walking tour of Aix
vickiep982, Apr 2025
Thank for a wonderful tour of Aix. So many hidden gems and lots of local info from Caroline who was so helpful and engaging. You provided just what we were looking for😀
A great way to exercise and find out about stylish Aix
tinalf21, Apr 2025
I would suggest that you book a trip on the first full day of your stay. That way you can get to know the little side streets and alleys, and it will help with your navigation for the rest of your time in Aix.
My tour guide was Caroline, she was very knowledgeable about Aix, and gave a very in depth history about the statues and buildings, and she knows a lot about Paul Cezanne.
It was great to walk around, enjoy looking at the beautiful gardens and drawing rooms at Hôtel de Caumont, which takes you back to fancy 18th century living, the decor has been frozen in time and quite stunning.
It's a great way to spend a couple of hours or so.
Home
Wishlist