A Walk through Aix-En-Provence
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Port
La Ciotat, France
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$110
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 5 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
A panoramic drive inland brings you to Aix-en-Provence, passing the scenery of southern France en route. This was once the capital of the Provence region and its attractions are many.
Set out on a walking tour along the Cours Mirabeau. This wide avenue in Aix is shaded by trees and was built in the 1600s on the site of the city's medieval ramparts; its verdant tunnel of foliage protects pedestrians from the heat of the Provençal sun. The aristocratic façades of the old mansions line the Cours and their wrought-iron balconies and finely carved doorways invite the visitor to explore.
View the old Mazarin District, begun by Archbishop Michel Mazarin in 1646. You will see a fountain dating back to 1743, particularly noteworthy for producing 93°F water, which the Romans believed had healing properties.
Note the different architectural styles of Saint Sauveur Cathedral, with its Romanesque nave, Merovingian baptistery, and a Gothic section. These various styles date between the 5th and 18th centuries. Whatever your interest, the ambience of Aix-en-Provence makes for an enjoyable excursion into France.
Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. Terrain includes even and uneven surfaces, cobblestones, inclines, and steps. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Modest attire is required for visiting churches or cathedrals; knees, shoulders and midriffs must be covered; shorts and capri-length pants are not allowed. Shopping is limited on Sundays, holidays and outside of the high season. Tour sequence may vary.