Aix-en-Provence: Guided Walking Tour with History & Stories

Cours Mirabeau, Marseille



Explore Aix-en-Provence on a guided walking tour. Learn about the city's Roman and French history, visit iconic landmarks, and hear stories about the city's past.

Highlights

  • Explore the streets of Aix-en-Provence on a guided walking tour
  • Learn about the city's Roman and French history from your guide
  • See the Rotonde Fountain, Cours Mirabeau, and the Art Centre
  • Visit the Church of Saint-Sauveur and the Jewish Street
  • Discover the city's political importance and connection to Italy and Spain

Description

The private option is limited to 4 people for a personalized experience with plenty of interaction between the guide and participants.

Meet your guide and set out on a walking tour of Aix-en-Provence. Learn about the city’s origins, its political importance, and its connections with Italy and Spain.

Visit the Rotonde Fountain, the Paul Cézanne Statue, and the Cours Mirabeau. Continue to the Art Centre, Lycee Mignet, and the Four Dauphin Fountain.

See the Church Jean-de-Malte, a calissons shop, and the Emile Zola Statue. Admire the Good King Rene Statue, Passage Agard, and the Palais de Justice.

Stroll through the Preachers Market, Jewish Street, and Three Trees Square. Pass by City Hall, the Resistance Fighters Memorial, the Archbishop Palace, and the Old Law University. End your tour at the Church Saint-Sauveur.

Includes

Visit to Paul Cézanne Statue
Visit to Rotonde Fountain
Visit to Cours Mirabeau
Visit to Art Centre
Visit to Lycee Mignet
Visit to Four Dauphin Fountain
Visit to Church Jean-de Malte/ Musee Granet
Visit to Calissons Shop
Visit to Emile Zola Statue
Visit to Good King Rene Statue
Visit to Passage Agard
Visit to Palais de Justice
Visit to Preachers Market
Visit to Three Trees Square
Visit to Jewish Street
Visit to City Hall
Visit to Resistance Fighters Memorial
Visit to Archbishop Palace
Visit to Old Law University
Visit to Church Saint-Sauveur

Excludes

Tours inside museums and churches

Important Information

  • The tour lasts for two hours The tour covers Roman and French history The tour explores the city's origin and political importance The tour includes the city's connection with Italy and Spain Significant developments throughout two centuries are discussed

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes the Rotonde Fountain, Cours Mirabeau, the Art Centre, Church of Saint-Sauveur, and the Jewish Street in Aix-en-Provence.
The tour takes place in Aix-en-Provence, a city located near Marseille in southern France.
A local expert guide leads the walking tour, sharing insights on the city’s Roman and French history.
Duration details vary, so it’s best to check the website for current information.
Yes, the private option is limited to 4 people for a personalized experience with more interaction.
Yes, the tour covers the city’s political importance and its connections to Italy and Spain.
Booking in advance is recommended, especially for private tours, but check the website for availability.
Comfortable walking shoes are advisable as the tour involves walking through city streets.
Please check with the tour provider for accessibility details specific to the Aix-en-Provence walking tour.
Meeting point details are provided upon booking; typically, it’s a central location in Aix-en-Provence near Marseille.

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