Free tour

Avignon extravagant and secret - Avignon flamboyant and secret

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Avignon

Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes

Languages: English

Guru: jérôme

Registered on 12 July 2025

My name is Jérôme Bergami. I'm 51 years old. I'm a writer and a speaker : I write adventure books and I make conferences about the long expeditions I organize with my wife. We are both specialists of the travel by foot around the world. The name of these expeditions is : "Earth is waking" It's a mixt between journalism, sport and cultural relations. I have been living in Avignon for six years and I know well this city. I'm a passionate local guide. My goal is to show you different aspects of Avignon : historical points of course but also small streets and hidden places. It's more than a visit because I want to describ you the current situation of the city with lot of anecdotes, social, economical, cultural observations. The City of the Popes is protected by UNESCO World Heritage. Its historical and architectural heritage is unique in Europe. Avignon is also a dynamic city in terms of culture (the Avignon Theater Festival), commerce and gastronomy. With enthusiasm and warmth, I love to guide the travellers around the city and to share my knowledge, my favourite spots and my top tips. So let's set off together to discover Avignon! En Français : Je m'appelle Jérôme Bergami, j'ai 51 ans. Je suis écrivain et conférencier : j'écris des livres d'aventure et je donne des conférences sur les longues expéditions que j'organise avec ma femme. Nous sommes spécialisés dans les marches extrêmes à travers le monde. Le nom de ces expéditions est : La Terre en Marche. Je vis à Avignon depuis six ans, je connais donc bien cette ville. Je suis un guide local passionné. La cité des Papes, classée au patrimoine mondiale de l'UNESCO, est une ville unique d'un point de vue historique, patrimonial et architectural. C'est aussi une ville dynamique sur les plans culturels (le festival de théâtre d'Avignon) et gastronomiques. Avec enthousiasme et chaleur, j'aime faire découvrir cette ville aux voyageurs, partageant mes connaissances, mes coups de cœur, mes bons plans. Alors partons ensemble à la découverte d'Avignon!

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

(French above)
The Avignon tour I offer you is a charming walk through the historical heart of the city. We will discover the must-see places: the extraordinary Palace of the Popes, the ancient Roman forum that became the Place de l'Horloge, and the famous Bénezet Bridge over the Rhône. But you will also discover a more intimate and welcoming side of Avignon, with its squares, alleys, churches, and mansions away from the tourist routes.
I will tell you the history of the City of the Popes, from its origins to the present day. But I will also share many anecdotes that will make the city familiar to you. A good coffee, a quality restaurant, a trustworthy shop? I will be there to give you the best recommendations.
Come with me! Passion and enthusiasm at your service! Book your tour now!

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The visit to Avignon we propose is a charming walk in the historical heart of the city. We discover must-see places: the extraordinary Palace of the Popes, the ancient Roman forum that became the Place de l'Horloge, the famous Bénezet Bridge spanning the Rhône. But you will also discover a more intimate and warm Avignon, with its squares, alleys, churches, and private mansions off the tourist circuits.
I will tell you about the history of the City of the Popes, from its origins to the present day. But I will also share many anecdotes that will make this city familiar to you. A good coffee, a quality restaurant, a trustworthy shop? I will be there to provide you with the best addresses.
So come with me! Passion and enthusiasm at your service! Book your visit now!

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

In front of the main Post Office

The meeting place is in front of the stairs of the Post Office, 4 cour Président Kennedy, Avignon.

Outside visit

Rue de la république

We will meet in front off the main Post Office : 4 cour Président Kennedy. We will discover the central artery of Avignon, a shopping and bustling street with different historical buildings.

Outside visit

Bibliothèque Ceccano - Avignon Bibliothèques

This public library dates from the 14th. It's unknown by the travellers. It was a palace for a cardinal On the firts floor we will admire a magnificient ceilling from the 14th.

Outside visit

Place Saint-Didier

This place is an important cross in the old city center. We will admire the basilic Saint Didier with the six strong bells and the oldest coffee of Avignon.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.