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In addition to Avignon Provence Airport (AVN), there are larger airports nearby that may be easier to book your flight to. Details on traveling to Avignon from these airports are in the 'Traveling to the Venue' section below.
Nîmes–Alès–Camargue–Cévennes Airport (FNI) – 23.6 miles / 38 kilometers
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) – 40.8 miles / 65.7 kilometers
Lyon Airport (LYS) – 141 miles / 227 kilometers
Avignon is a quick 2.5-hour train ride from Paris. With frequent service on this route, weekday departures from Paris are between 6am and 9pm, and on weekends between 7am and 9pm.
Rail Europe Paris to Avignon information
Avignon Provence Airport Car Rental
Taxis Avignon phone 04 90 82 20 20
Nîmes-Alès-Camargue-Cèvennes Airport to Avignon
Taxi+Train+Bus (1hr 55min) Taxi (48min) Car Rental (48min)
Marseille Provence Airport to Avignon
Train+Bus (2hr 36min), Taxi (45min), Car Rental (45min)
Lyon Aeroport to Avignon
Train+Bus ( 2hr 48min), Car Rental ( 2hr 21min), Bus ( 4hr 48min)
The currency is Euro's €.
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ATMs are widely available to withdraw cash. Credit cards are widely accepted.
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Depending on your nationality, a visa is required when intending to travel to France. Apply for a short stay visa unless you will be there more than 90 days.
Government of France Visa information
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Novotel Avignon Centre
20 Boulevard Saint Roch
84000 Avignon, France
+ 33 4 32 74 70 00
Novotel Avignon Centre
20 Boulevard Saint Roch
84000 Avignon, France
Avignon Grand Hotel - 150 meters from venue
L'observance Bed & Breakfast - 250 meters from venue
La Chapelle du Miracle - 300 meters from venue
Hotel Boquier - 300 meters from venue
Avignon is a historic town on the Rhone river in Provence, a beautifully preserved medieval town surrounded by the original fortified city walls. Avignon is a small city that has everything a big one has, and more.
Art and culture, theatre, cinema, museums, big stores and little shops, dining ranging from family-run restaurants, good and inexpensive to some of the greatest Michelin-starred chefs.
Palais des Pape (Palace of the Pope)
Place de l’Horloge (Clock Tower Square) has many outdoor restaurants and cafés
Les Halles d'Avignon (Indoor Market)
Lavender - There are lots of Lavender stores in Avignon. You can find everything lavender from soap to towels and closet fresheners. Consider a day trip to the beautiful Provence lavender fields located just outside of the city.
Cathedrale Notre-Dame des Doms - A 12th century cathedral in Provençal Romanesque style, a perfect place to visit if you are into history and art.
Pont St. Benezet (Saint Bénézet Bridge)
Enjoy l’heure de l’apéritif - between the day’s activities and the evening meal, l'heure de l'apéritif is usually a beverage and a few nibbles.
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Le Bibendum - contemporary gourmet - 7 min. walk (500M)
L'Épicerie de Ginette - family restaurant featuring homemade soups, sandwiches & desserts - 10 min. walk (700M)
Le carré du palais - fresh local & seasonal food & wine pairings - 17 min. walk (1.2km)
Naka - Japanese - 14 min. walk, (1km)
La Mirande - Michelin starred gourmet - 17 min. walk (1.2km)
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