Walking Tour of Aix en Provence

Walking Tour

2 hours

Private Tour

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Experience Walking Tour of Aix en Provence

Discover the cultural capital of Provence, the city of water, the city of Art, the city of Cezanne! Aix en Provence embodies this charming Provençal art of living and Deluxe France invites you to discover it's highlights and hidden gems throughout a private walking tour for an unforgettable moment!

Highlights of the Walking Tour of Aix en Provence

-Stroll around the Old Town of Aix and discover its important monuments

-Learn about the history behind the numerous fountains

-Discover the charming Mazarin district

Full Description of the Walking Tour of Aix en Provence

Discover the cultural capital of Provence, the city of 'Cézanne', greatly inspired by the countryside for his masterpiece paintings. The boulevards with alleys of enormous plane trees, the rich private mansions, the charming fountains and hidden squares and the lively café terraces make of Aix en Provence a must in the South of France!

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Begin your itinerary meeting your private english speaking guide who will take you to discover the Baroque city, where Cézanne was born, lived and died. Take your time to walk around the Fountain of La Rotonde. This imposing fountain, from the mid 19th century, is surrounded by different animals, has at the top if it, three female figures representing Justice, Agriculture and the Fine Arts. Follow the locals and stroll along the Cours Mirabeau, cadenced by the many cafes, bistros and restaurants with its nice terraces... Next, enter the old city by the narrow streets and reach the Mazarin Quarter, one of the most beautiful and elegant parts of the city, with a large number of hôtels particuliers originally built for the nobility and wealthy merchant class.

Continue your walking tour of Aix en Provence to the beautiful cathedral of St. Sauveur. A building that conglomerates a range of architectural types including Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque. Then, join the heart of the city to see the 16th century Clock Tower and the city hall (Hotel de Ville) which is one of the community's most famous landmarks. Its facade was built in the 17th century and incorporates an Italian style of architecture. The “little Paris” of Provence deserves its reputation as one of the most beautiful cities in France!

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About this activity

📍 Pick up and drop off conditions

-Meet your guide in Aix en Provence or you can add the service of a driver for drop off & pick up in Aix.

☑️ Includes

-Entrance tickets for any museum are included upon request.

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Our Local expert tips

Shop: Calissons d'Aix Leonard Parli

Calissons are the typical sweet treat from Provence, steeped in legend and tradition and still as popular today as they have been since their invention in the fifteenth century. A calisson is made in a characteristic long oval shape and has three layers. The base is a thin layer of wafer, the filling is made of a mixture of finely ground sweet almonds and candied fruit and topped with royal icing. Stop by this famous shop to buy good quality calissons! Leonard Parli Calissons d'Aix

Museum : Granet Museum

The Musée Granet, Aix-en-Provence Town Hall's cultural institution, provides over 4000m2 exploring artistic design from Antiquity, 16th-19th century French (Le Nain brothers, Ingres, Granet), Flemish (Rembrandt, Rubens) and Italian painting (the Flémalle master) to masterpieces from modern and contemporary art. The museum presents the wonderful Philippe Meyer donation, "from Cézanne to Giacometti". The room devoted to Cézanne features ten masterpieces including the latest acquisition, the Portrait of Emile Zola. Granet Museum

Pastry Shop : Maison Béchard

Pâtisserie Béchard is an institution in Aix and one of the oldest cake shops in town. The shop has been in Cours Mirabeau since 1870. Outside, you are instantly attracted by a tempting shop-window display, as well as the aroma of cakes made with butter. It's hard to resist going inside. nAmong the many specialities that have made the shop's reputation are the famous Aix Calissons, Biscotins, Cannelés, the Tropézienne or the Pompe à l'huile. Maison Béchard

Museum: Cezanne's Workshop

If you are a fan of art and you would like to know more about Cezanne. Don't miss the visit of his workshop. It is here, on the Lauves’ hill amid his dearest familiar objects: the models of his ultimate still lifes, his furniture and work equipment that you will feel the most intensely the full presence of the painter. From 1902 to his death in 1906, Cézanne works daily in this bright studio, the birthplace of dozens of works now preserved in the great museums of the world, among them the last Bathers. The studio has a gift shop. Coffee and refreshments on site. Cezanne's Workshop

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What if I have a large group?: This activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers. Our booking agent will have to customize this tour if your group is larger.

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