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Avignon Mini Guide:

Avignon is the capital of the Vaucluse region of France and is situated on the left bank of the River Rhône.

Things To See/Do in Avignon:

Situated in the south of France, Avignon is one of France's most popular short break destinations. The city offers a range of cultural and historic attractions including the famous Palais des Papes, (papal palace), the absorbing Fondation Angladon-Dubrujeaud gallery, with its fine collection of impressionist paintings and the pretty l'Horloge town square.

A stroll around l'Horloge's cobbled streets with its elegant boutiques, cafés and shops is an easy way to while away a few hours. Here you can stop and admire Tour du Jacquemart, the gothic clock tower which gave the square its name.

Avignon's surrounding countryside offers plenty of scope for hire car touring. The nearby city of Villeneuve-lés-Avignons is well worth discovering. The city is home to some interesting cultural attractions including the Musée Pierre de Luxembourg, where medieval masterpieces like Coronation of the Virgin by Enguerrand Quarton can be seen.

The city hosts a number of festivals and events throughout the calendar year, the most famous of which is the Festival d'Avignon in July which celebrates the best of home-grown and international theatre and music.

Eating Out/Nightlife/Accommodation in Avignon:

Avignon has a vibrant nightlife comprising wine bars, nightclubs and café bars. Most of the after-dark action takes place in and around place de l'Horloge and place Pie. Lively nightspots in Avignon include: Pub Z on rue Bonneterie, Le Bokao's on boulevard quai St-Lazare and Caves Breysse on rue des Teinturiers.

Eating out in Avignon offers a treat for every budget and palate. The city boasts some of the finest cuisine in France, with local delicacies like fois gras and truffles featuring on menus at swish restaurants across the city. Christian Etienne on rue de Mons and Opéra Café on place l'Horloge offer fine dining in elegant surroundings while cheaper international fare can be enjoyed at low cost eateries like Tapalocas Tapas bar on rue Galante and Cubanito Café on rue Carnot.

Avignon offers a good range of accommodation to suit every budget and requirement. Those looking to splash the cash will find luxury accommodation at swish establishments like Hôtel de la Mirande, where suites start at a pricey €295 per night. Meanwhile Hôtel Mignon on rue Joseph Vernet offers simple low cost comforts. The hotel's cheap rates of €51 per night will definitely appeal to thrifty budget conscious types.

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