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An Aix-traordinary visit of Aix-en-Provence

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: English, Spanish
Guru: Benjy
Quality Verified Registered on April 21, 2023

Hello! I am extremely grateful and proud to show you my mum's beautiful hometown of Aix en Provence! I love telling stories and helping you to appreciate your visit by learning more. Please feel free to contact me if you have questions. In the mean time, I leave you with one of our favourite quotes from Paul Cezanne's best friend Emile Zola "Nothing develops intelligence like travel" See you on the tour!

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Once upon a time, in the sun-kissed heart of Southern France, lay the enchanting town of Aix-en-Provence, a jewel hidden among rolling hills and ancient vineyards.

Here begins an extraordinary adventure, led by none other than  Benjy - a true Aixois and the most spirited and knowledgeable guide this side of the Mediterranean!

Our unforgettable escapade is no ordinary tour. We'll dive into the heart of Aix's rich history and you will learn about:

- How to pronounce the city's name :D
- How the city was founded by the Romans by conquering the Gauls.
- How it became a centre of religion and a haven for Christians, Jews and Muslims during the middle ages.
- How it became the 'Paris of the South' for the French Nobility.
- How one of it's key residents started the French Revolutinon.
- How it was forgotten about during the 19th century industrial period but is now on the forefront of human science.
- And much much more...!

Book now and seize the opportunity to delve into the enchanting world of Aix-en-Provence with Benjamin.

Don't just hear about the magic, AIX-perience it for yourself!

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    300 Av. Giuseppe Verdi, 13100 Aix-en-...
    300 Av. Giuseppe Verdi, 13100 Aix-en-Provence, France
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    We meet by the entrance of the Office de Tourisme. We arrive 5-10 minutes early, and wait a MAXIMUM of 5 minutes. Please have your reservation on your phone ready for check in. Late arrivals / no shows will be reported to Guruwalk.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Aix-en-Provence

    Meet at the Tourism office (charge points and AC inside)

  • 2
    Outside visit
    Place des Quatre-Dauphins
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Hôtel de Caumont
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Musée Granet
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Place des Prêcheurs

    Market Place

  • 6
    Outside visit
    Hôtel de Ville d'Aix-en-Provence
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Saint-Sauveur Cathedral

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

241 ratings
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4.87
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4.76
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4.81
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4.82
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Helmut 07 Jun 2024
Düren

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Travelled in couple - Jun 2024
Benjy hat uns vieles gezeigt, was wir noch nicht von Aix-en-Provence kannten. Viele geschichtliche Hintergründe, viele Informationen: alles mit Spaß und viel Unterhaltung.
sarita 07 Jun 2024
New York

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Travelled in couple - Jun 2024
Benji is a wonderful storyteller, very entertaining and also with depth of knowledge. He has a wonderful, positive energy that makes you fall in love with Aix.
Claudia 07 Jun 2024
Vancouver

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Travelled in group - Jun 2024
Excellent 2.5 hr walking tour with Benjy! Super informative with fantastic storytelling. We even got to try some calissons! Do not hesitate to book with him!
David 06 Jun 2024
Aix-en-Provence

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Travelled alone - Jun 2024
Estupendo, dinámico, y lleno de información. Un buen tour por una ciudad que deseaba conocer, Benjy ha respondido a todas mis preguntas sobre la ciudad y nos ha dado muchísima información interesante sobre esta.
Cristina 04 Jun 2024
Buenos Aires

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Travelled in couple - Jun 2024
Excelente gurú! Además de su conocimiento y simpatía, me encantaron los stickers. Es flexible y da todo aunque seamos un grupo pequeño de 5 personas. Lo recomendamos. Se ama más a Aix en Provence luego de verla junto a él como gurú.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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