Provence holiday attractions, our guide to what to see in Provence and where to visit in Provence. Use this list of suggestions to help you visit and see the best of Provence on your holiday in Provence.
The Aix-en-Provence Flower market is open on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday in the Place de l’Hotel de Ville.
The Museum d’Histoire Naturelle is located in the Hotel Boyer d’Eguilles in Aix-en-Provence.
The Atelier Cezanne in Aix-en-Provence is set in what was his home and is practically unchanged since he died.
Whale watching in the Mediterranean around the islands near Marseille is becoming increasingly popular as you can see the second biggest whales in the world, which feed in the area during the summer months.
Le Grand Marche is on in Aix-en-Provence amidst the many squares in Aix on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.
The Fondation Vasarely in Aix is open daily, except Sundays, displaying uniquely works by the Hungarian Vararely.
Between August and September Aix has lots of street music to enjoy of varied gendre. A young and vibrant city Aix-en Provence attracts a high quality of street artist.
The Fontaine de Vaucluse is a beautiful gorge and river source. Great for walks and eating out. Super paper museum for visiting.
The Roussillon ochre valley. Also known as the French Colarado is a stunning place for a walk and a dream for creative photographs.
Ile de Porquerolles near Hyeres is a super island to visit with the family as there are lots of cycle tracks without cars and beautiful beaches.
The Calanques between Marseilles and Cassis are spectacular deep water creeks which can be visited by boat.
The ancient borees village near Gordes is a superb example of ancient province shelters made from the unusual local limestone. Gordes is a magnificent example of a fortified village.
Nimes is an attractive, major town with an amazing Roman arena which is still very much in use.
La Tour Philippe le Bel lies across the river from Avignon, you can climb it for fantastic views of the city.
The Terre et Arts is held in Avignon each day except Sundays and is devoted to terracotta pottery for which Provence is renowned.
The antique market which lines the riverside at Isle sur Sorges is famous throughout Provence.
The magnificent Palais des Papes is the major sight in Avignon, you can visit the garden on the hill which has super views of the Pont d’Avignon over the river Rhone.
The Musee Calvat collection in Avignon is ranked as one of the best in France.
The Pont Saint Benezet about which the famous song "sur le pont d’Avignon" was written is in Avignon and is a popular sight today as a bridge which doesn’t actually cross the river Rhone.
Cavaillon is a make of melon which once you have tasted you don’t forget. The fields around the town of Cavaillon are major producers of this sweet fruit.
Mont Saint Victoire near Aix is a major landmark, a great place for walks, above all a major inspiration for the artist Cezanne.
The lavender fields of Sault are the epitome of Provence, only in this area, above 800 metres altitude does the Lavandre fine production continue today. It is here that many of the iconic photographs of lavender in Provence originate.
For a truelly wonderful cote de Rhone red wine Chateau Neuf de Papes takes some beating. The wine growing area around Chateau Neuf is amongst the most prodigious of the Rhone.
Les Beaux en Provence is a spectacular, fortified, hilltop village which lies within the famous Golden Triangle.
Chateau de L'Emperi in Salon de Provence was once the biggest castle in the region, now its a museum.
Aubagne is the town which gave birth to one of France’s most popular writers, Marcel Pagnol. He wrote magnificent books of which some are now classic films including Jean de Floret and Manon des Source.
The Luberon Natural Park is one of the great treasures of Provence. For tranquil countryside, beautiful architecture and stunning scenery the Luberon is unbeatable.
The Parc Naturel des Alpilles is an area of beautiful countryside near Salon en Provence, great for cycling, walking and picnics.
The Pont du Gard, an enormous viaduct which spans the river Gard, is perhaps the most impressive example of Roman construction outside Italy.
From November to March on Fridays it’s the Carpentras Truffle market. A great opportunity to pick one of the most highly prized gastronomic ingredients. Carpentras also has its main market on Fridays.
The Cote d'Azur has many superb attractions if you are prepared to get in the car for an hour or two for a day trip, or you might like to stay for a second week in one of our luxurious villas in the French Riviera.
To book your holiday in Provence, view our superb selection of villas in Provence, France, or likewise for the Riviera, see our cote d'Azur range, then do get in touch either by email or telephone and let us use our in depth knowledge of the houses and the area to help you find accommodation to suit your needs. We are on hand to help you organise travelling, where to stay and places to visit in an area where informed hints come in really handy.