Aix-en-Provence Walking Historic Highlights Tour with a Local
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Aix-en-Provence, France
Walking Tours hosted by Benjamin Reilly
3 hours (approx.)
Up to 12 travelers
Meet everyone at the start point
Mobile ticket
Offered in English
About
- Entrance to Church
- Souvenir Photo
- Not bottled, but you can fill your bottle at local water sources.
- Entrance to Cathedral
- Morning: Get tasters included at the Farmers Market. Afternoon: Get a discount at the best Gelato in town.
- Local Delicacy Taster
- Gratuities
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 atOffice de Tourisme d’Aix-en-Provence
Start the tour getting to know each other and some information briefings - safety first! Public toilets are outside of the building, and there are nearby cafés for last minute refreshments.
15 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atFontaine de La Rotonde
Start with a geographic and historic overview of the area.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atCours Mirabeau
Stroll down the main avenue of the city while admiring its beauty and history.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atHotel de Caumont - Art Centre
Learn the secrets of this 18th Century Mansion as well as gaining an understanding of the architecture and layout of the city.
5 minutes (approx.)・Admission not included
Stop atMiddle School Mignet
Discovery the stories of 19th Century geniuses - Paul Cezanne and Emile Zola.
5 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atFontaine des Quatre-Dauphins
Marvel at this Baroque Italian Inspired Fountain, and get a photo souvenir with it.
5 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atEglise Saint-Jean-de-Malte
Discover the Church/Fort of the Knights Templars.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atRue d'Italie
Taste the local delicacy - the Calisson - at the best spot in town.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atPassage Agard
Go through space and time in this hidden private passage which was once a convent.
5 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atPlace des Prêcheurs
Check out the court house, search for statues, and admire the open space in the plaza.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atRue du Puits Juif
Be amazed by the medievil quarter of Provencial Judians and learn about their influence on the region.
10 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atPlace Richelme
Taste and smell the daily farmers market in the morning, or watch people watching people in the afternoons.
5 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atTown Hall of Aix-en-Provence
Get to the heart of the city where the mayor of the city runs the show.
5 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atPlace des Martyrs de la Resistance
Hear about the stories of the survivors of the second world war, and how the US army liberated the city from Nazi control.
5 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atCathedrale St. Sauveur
Finish the tour admiring the open air concert hall for the Opera festival, a hidden statue of the Black Madonna, and the centre of Christianity in the region for 1500 years - the city's cathedral.
5 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
Free Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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An insightful and lighthearted journey through Aix-En-Provence
Flyer137859, Dec 2024
We loved learning all about the history of Aix-en-Provence and Benjamin’s family history! He gave some great recommendations for things to do and eat.
Great tour, with lots of history
Joanne_E, Dec 2024
Benjamin was informative and had great knowledge of AIX en Provence and it’s history. We would recommend his tour.
HIGHLY recommend
Brendan F, Dec 2024
Amazing tour. Very informative and fun. Recommended solo travelers and families with kids — everyone was engaged and had a great time.
A fantastic experience
Ashwag_A, Dec 2024
As someone who is interested in the history of places, I really enjoyed this tour, as it was full of interesting historical information about Aix-en-Provence. The guide also allowed me to experience the local culture and atmosphere in a way that is impossible from inside a tour bus or car. The tour also provided an opportunity to engage with locals, ask questions, and gain insider knowledge about the area. Highly recommended!
Well Curated Walking Tour of Aix-en-Provence
F9684SUbrianc, Dec 2024
This was the perfect way to see a bit of the city while also learning some fun facts along the way. The tour is the perfect amount of time to get an understanding of the history as well as some things to explore within the city. Benjamin was awesome! He has a deep knowledge of Aix and he kept the tour fun and interesting. He balanced his knowledge with a great sense of humor which made the tour more fun. He is passionate about the area given his family connections so there were some personal touches during the tour that I appreciated. I highly recommend booking Benjamin!
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