Avignon Palace of the Pope's

Palais Des Papes

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The residence of the soveriegn pontiffs in the 14th century is the largest Gothic Palace in the world. 25 areas to visit : ceremonila halls, chapels, …

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Apr 3, 2025
It’s worth visiting this bastion of 15th century popes to the northern end of Avignon city centre. The visit comes with an innovative free Histopad (= tablet) which provides a useful visual and writt…Full review by keithmalin
Mar 24, 2025
Of course this is the reason to visit Avignon. Huge complex showing the history of the French papacy. The iPad tour is somewhat helpful for English speakers because most of the signs are in French on…Full review by greconj
Mar 20, 2025
We were underwhelmed. Perhaps it was the construction. Perhaps it was the DIY tour. Perhaps it was the lack of furnishings. Whatever the reason(s), we were disappointed by the Palais des Papes. …Full review by WeDreamOfTravel
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The Palais des Papes is one of the largest 14th-century Gothic structures in existence today. The massive stone marvel comprises a collec…
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Located:Avignon, France
Architectural style:Gothic

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How much time do you need to visit whole Palais ?
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We spent two hours which flew by
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You say this was not the highlight of your trip. I wonder if you would share what was the highlight? We hope to visit in …
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You say this was not the highlight of your trip. I wonder if you would share what was the highlight? We hope to visit in October, and always enjoy different perspectives to plan our time.
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Ooops. I misread the question. The pope's palace was one of about ten areas we stopped and explored. The area I liked best was the Point du Gard with the Roman aqueduct, Les …
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Ooops. I misread the question. The pope's palace was one of about ten areas we stopped and explored. The area I liked best was the Point du Gard with the Roman aqueduct, Les Baux de Provence with its Fortified village and the old stone quarry where they have a fantastic light show against the walls inside the quarry.
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Is there a better day of the week to visit? And time of day?
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Not sure about which day but would get there as early as you can to avoid the mid morning tour groups.
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Traveling with disabled lady, is the Pope's Place wheelchair friendly?
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no it is not.
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