REGION GUIDE

Discover Provence

Lavender fields, hilltop villages, sun-soaked vineyards and historic towns. Discover Provence — from Avignon and Aix-en-Provence to the Luberon, Roman heritage and dramatic natural landscapes.

PROVENCE AT A GLANCE

Everything you need to know for a perfect Provence trip.

From the best time to visit to villages, transport and scenic drives, here’s a quick overview to help you plan Provence with confidence.

Best time to visit

May – June & September – October

Ideal stay

5–7 days

Best for

Villages, food & scenic road trips

Getting around

Rental car, regional trains & local buses

MUST-SEE HIGHLIGHTS

Provence highlights

Unmissable experiences that capture Provence’s history, villages and spectacular landscapes.

Palais des Papes

Palais des Papes

Explore Avignon’s monumental Gothic palace and centuries of papal history.

Luberon Villages

Luberon Villages

Explore Gordes, Roussillon and timeless hilltop villages.

Verdon Gorge

Verdon Gorge

Discover turquoise waters, dramatic cliffs and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie.

Carrières des Lumières

Carrières des Lumières

Step inside immersive art projections in a vast limestone quarry.

Lavender Fields

Lavender Fields

See purple fields, Provençal villages and scenic countryside.

Château d’If

Château d’If

Visit Marseille’s legendary island fortress overlooking the Mediterranean.

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EXPLORE PROVENCE

Provence destinations

Discover Provence through elegant cities, Roman heritage and timeless hilltop villages.

Aix-en-Provence

Markets, fountains and café culture.

Avignon

Papal history and medieval charm.

Luberon

Hilltop villages and lavender fields.

Arles

Roman heritage and Provençal charm.

PERFECT PROVENCE TRIPS

Choose your Provence itinerary

Pick the trip length that fits your stay and see how to combine historic cities, hilltop villages and scenic countryside.

3

DAYS

3 days in Provence

See Aix, Avignon and the Luberon on a focused first escape.

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5

DAYS

5 days in Provence

Add Arles, Les Baux and village days to a balanced Provence road trip.

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7+

DAYS

7+ days in Provence

Slow down with Verdon, Cassis and more time across the countryside.

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7+

DAYS

7+ days in Provence

Slow down with Verdon, Cassis and more time across the countryside.

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TRAVEL SMART IN PROVENCE

Plan the practical side

Helpful services and trusted partners for exploring Provence with ease.

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PROVENCE GUIDES

Plan Provence with confidence

Practical guides for where to stay, what to see and how to explore the region.

Best villages in Provence

Discover Gordes, Roussillon and the region’s prettiest hilltop villages.

Where to stay in Provence

Find the best bases for cities, villages and countryside escapes.

Provence road trip guide

Plan scenic drives through vineyards, lavender fields and historic towns.

Lavender season in Provence

Know where and when to see Provence at its purple best.

Ready to plan Provence?

Everything you need for an unforgettable journey through villages, vineyards and sun-soaked countryside.

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