Photogallery of Aix-en-Provence, France

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More to see in Aix-en-Provence
Would you like to not only explore historic attractions but also to enjoy interesting activities? Aix-en-Provence can offer many exciting ways of recreation. Take a stroll in beautiful parks and admire their marvelous landscaped design. Some parks are suitable for visiting even in winter. Promenade de la Torse is a public park that was established in 1984. It occupies an area of roughly 8 hectares. An artificial pond is the main decoration of the park. There is fish in the pond nowadays, and it attracts ducks and swans. Promenade de la Torse has a cozy countryside atmosphere. Visitors can relax here in the shade of giant plane trees or sit on the green lawn. Many people come here to feed birds in the pond or take a boat ride. The park is also an ideal destination for a picnic. Parc Jourdan is smaller but it still has many interesting plants and charming recreation areas. There are always many flowers and decorative plants here, and comfortable benches everywhere are great for taking a seat and enjoying the view. The gorgeous Parc Saint Mitre is also worth a mention. Not only landscaped decorations but also manmade water reservoirs and fountains decorate its territory. This park is a historic one – there are several old buildings here. Comfortable playgrounds for children and a charming café with an outdoor terrace make Parc Saint Mitre a great destination for families. If you happen to visit Aix-en-Provence in late spring, don’t miss an opportunity to visit … Read further

Chapters of the guide to Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence for children - what to visit

You can visit Centre Aquatique Sainte Victoire together with your children at any time of the year. It is located in the suburbs of Aix-en-Provence. A large indoor swimming pool with panoramic glazing is the main attraction of the center. Centre Aquatique Sainte Victoire also features Jacuzzis and hydro massage baths. In summer, an outdoor swimming pool with surrounding sun terraces opens in the center. The … Open

Shopping, streets and outlets

Besides antiquity shops, don’t forget to explore local food markets. Farmers deliver their best products to them. Local food markets are famous for a great variety of honey and dozens of different jam types. Fragrant herbes de Provence, which are typical in local cuisine, are always available for purchase. Anise candies are a good and inexpensive souvenir. This is one of the most popular local sweets. Besides … Open

Attractions and active leisure

The choice of clubs and bars in Aix-en-Provence is no less delightful. If you enjoy relaxing with a mug of good beer, don’t forget to visit Céleste. This pub is open in an attractive old building. Besides the most popular beer types, visitors can order various original cocktails. Local barmen use not only different types of alcohol and fruit to make cocktails but also traditional herbes de Provence to create … Open

Cultural excursion through Aix-en-Provence - things to see

Muséum d’Histoire Naturelle d’Aix-en-Provence is open in a beautiful old mansion surrounded by a large park zone. The collection of this museum of natural history is diverse. Fossils with fragments of prehistoric insects and animals are the most valuable exhibited items. Absolutely all artifacts exhibited in the museum were discovered during excavations in the region. An exhibition dedicated to the … Open

Aix-en-Provence sightseeing

Having arrived in Aix-en-Provence, don’t forget to try local food specialties. The city’s restaurants offer delicious fish and basil soup famous for its refined taste. Besides this, visitors can order incredibly delicious meat stew cooked in accordance with a special recipe. The local cuisine has a diverse menu, so tourists can always choose dishes that can satisfy their hunger and amaze with unique … Open

Top sigths of France

Tourists with children are recommended to visit Paris Disneyland. This is a large entertainment complex, which territory is divided into several themed zones. Thrilling rides, characters from favourite fairy tales and cartoons, movie theatres, shops and cafes await visitors in every park zone. It is also possible to see main places of interest in France during a cruise on Seine. … Open

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