Nîmes: A Journey Through Time with an Archaeologist
The tour lasts 2 hours
Available in English and French
Description
Fully booked or no slots on your dates? Send me a message—I always try to work some magic for curious minds!
More than just a walk, I will teach you how to sharpen your gaze and spot the traces of the past all around us. From hidden engravings in the stone to the subtleties of ancient urbanism, we will make the walls of Nîmes speak together. Ready to dig into the past with me?
Highlights of the tour
The Arena: The city’s crown jewel! Let's decipher this Roman engineering and the secrets of one of the best-preserved amphitheatres in the world.
The Secrets of the "Écusson": Nothing is lost, everything is transformed! I will lead you through the medieval streets to uncover fragments of Antiquity hidden in the very heart of today's facades.
The Maison Carrée : The emblematic monument of the city !
The Sanctuaire de la Fontaine: Welcome to the birthplace of Nîmes! We will discover the city’s sacred origins in one of the most beautiful gardens in Europe.
The Ascent to Tour Magne: For those who want to take it to the next level, we will finish with a climb through the gardens to understand how the Romans dominated the landscape.
GOOD TO KNOW
The tour takes approximately 2 hours
Public restrooms are available at the beginning (near the Arena) and toward the end of the tour (Jardins de la Fontaine).
Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water, especially during summer.
The tour is based on a pay-what-you-feel basis. You are free to reward my work at the end of the tour according to the value you've received. Your support is what makes it possible for me to share my archaeological passion with you!
Plus de créneau en français ? Envoyez moi un message et je verrai si je peux vous en ouvrir un !
Can't find a tour in english ? Send me a message ! I'll see if I can open an extra spot for you !
Guide: Manon
Guiding since 2026PRO
As an archaeologist specializing in the Roman period, I have a passion for uncovering the past ! From my travels through Athens and Rome, I’ve learned one thing: the past isn't just something you visit, it's something you decipher. I have been living for 5 years in the heart of the "French Rome" and it will be my pleasure to guide you through this wonderful city. Ready to travel back in time with me ?
Archéologue spécialisée dans la période romaine, j'ai une véritable passion pour la découverte ! De mes voyages depuis Athènes à Rome, j'ai appris une chose : le passé ne se visite pas, il se déchiffre. Je vis depuis 5 ans au cœur de la "Rome française" et ce sera un plaisir de vous guider à travers cette ville. Prêts à remonter le temps avec moi ?
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