An Aix-traordinary Walking City Tour of Aix-en-Provence

Name: An Aix-traordinary Walking City Tour of Aix-en-Provence
Brand: Viator
Price: 129.21 USD
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Rating: 5 (252 reviews)

5.0(252)2 hours - 3 hoursEnglish, French, SpanishBook 1 hour aheadAix-en-Provence, France

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Do you want to... learn more about Aix's history, culture, and food? walk on streets you might have missed? meet a local and get useful tips and tricks?

If so, have we got an amazing Aix-perience for you!

Learn an in-depth history of the city: - How the Romans founded the city. - How religion shaped its medieval history. - How it became to known as "Paris of the South" during the renaissance. - Why it became known as a sleeping beauty during the 19th century. - How the US Army liberated the city, and the French-Connection. - How the city is at the forefront of human science and technology.

Also! - Take souvenir photos at the splendid 'Fontaine des Quatre Dauphins'. - Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and aromas of Provences morning markets and its many mansions. - Get a map of the city for better experience - Enjoy the small group experience (group average 2-4 low season, 6-8 high season) - Have fun with a local guide !

Included

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

Not included

Gratuities

What you'll do

Office de Tourisme d’Aix-en-Provence
300 avenue Giuseppe Verdi, Aix-en-Provence, France
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 min
Fontaine de La Rotonde
Place du General de Gaulle, Aix-en-Provence, France
Start with a geographic and historic overview of the area.
10 min
Cours Mirabeau
Aix-en-Provence, France
Stroll down the main avenue of the city while admiring its beauty and history.
10 min
Hotel de Caumont - Art Centre
3 Rue Joseph Cabassol, Aix-en-Provence, France
Learn the secrets of this 18th Century Mansion as well as gaining an understanding of the architecture and layout of the city.
5 minAdmission not included
Discovery the stories of 19th Century geniuses - Paul Cezanne and Emile Zola
5 min
Fontaine des Quatre-Dauphins
Place des Quatre-Dauphins, Aix-en-Provence, France
Marvel at this Baroque Italian Inspired Fountain, and get a photo souvenir with it.
5 min
Eglise Saint-Jean-de-Malte
24 rue d Italie, Aix-en-Provence, France
Discover the Church/Fort of the Knights Templars.
10 min
Taste the local delicacy - the Calisson - at the best spot in town
10 min
Passage Agard
Aix-en-Provence, France
Go through space and time in this hidden private passage which was once a convent.
5 min
Check out the court house, search for statues, and admire the open space in the plaza
10 min
Be amazed by the medievil quarter of Provencial Judians and learn about their influence on the region
10 min
Taste and smell the daily farmers market in the morning, or watch people watching people in the afternoons
5 min
Get to the heart of the city where the mayor of the city runs the show
5 min
Hear about the stories of the survivors of the second world war, and how the US
army liberated the city from Nazi control.
5 min
Cathedrale St. Sauveur
Place des Martyrs de la Resistance, Aix-en-Provence, France
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 min

Meeting and pickup

8 locations

Pickup details

Your guide will be standing outside of the Tourism Office, with a view of the "rotonde' fountain, holding a folder. This area is very bright in the summer, so we suggest you bring your sunglasses. The tour will leave maximum 10 minutes after the allocated meet time! We will contact you via SMS.

Good to know

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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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