St Rémy de Provence & Arles Julius Caesar to Vincent Van Gogh

St Rémy de Provence & Arles Julius Caesar to Vincent Van Gogh

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About This Experience in Marseille

St Rémy de Provence & Arles from the glory of Julius Caesar and Ancient Rome to the 19th century paintings of Vincent Van Gogh & the monastère Saint Paul de Mausole. At the heart of the Alpilles - Saint Rémy is one of the must-see places. Surrounded by the dramatic backdrop of the mountains, ancient streets lined with old houses. The beauty of the countryside & the quality of light inspired artists, writers & painters including Vincent van Gogh in the late 19th century. Historic village birthplace of Nostradamus today one of the most beautiful vibrant small towns of the Alpilles. Arles, city of art, history, photography a Unesco World Heritage Site. Arles founded in 46BC by Julius Caesar, Van Gogh arrived in 1888, made 187 painting & drawings — his most famous "Starry Night Over the Rhône". combining Van Gogh with the Roman theme takes you closer to the uniqueness of Provence, culminating in a visit to the Amphithéatre d'Arènes, one of the most important Roman monuments in Arles .

Why Visit Marseille?

Marseille is France's oldest city, offering stunning Mediterranean coastlines and vibrant culture. Explore the historic Vieux-Port, visit Notre-Dame de la Garde, and experience the beautiful Calanques. Marseille combines rich history with modern Mediterranean charm.

Getting to Marseille

The easiest way to reach Marseille is by flying into Marseille Provence Airport (MRS). The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Marseille easily accessible by rail as well.

What's Included

  • Admission to the monastère Saint Paul de Mausole
  • Bottled water
  • Admission to both historic Roman sites.
  • Admission to Le cloître Saint-Trophime de l’ancienne cathédrale d’Arles
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • We always include a break for a coffee, tea or soft drink on all our visits - it's a nice way to relax during our visit

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Pickup Time: 10 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

The amphitheatre is the most important monument of... 45 minutes

The amphitheatre is the most important monument of the former Roman colony that we should admire, some two thousand years after its construction. Its architecture is entirely designed in relation to its vocation of place to great shows, hosting a large audience. In their initial rise, the bleachers could receive approximately 21 000 viewers, streams were cleverly organized by a network of doors, galleries and stairs, on several floors.Become at the beginning of the middle ages a city close and fortified, the building was cleared only in XIX century. He himself then for part, its original function, including bullfighting, which earned him his current common appellation of "arenas".It is today the monument of the most visited city, bringing the image of Arles in the world.With a major axis of 136 meters in length and a minor axis of 107 meters, the amphitheatre of Arles is slightly larger than that of Nîmes and the 20th ranked among those of the Roman world. It has a shape of an ellipse. The façade includes two levels of sixty semicircular arches, separated by the abutments, massive rectangular section. A wider opening points out the ends of the two axes of the monument. The main entrance was not North as today, but the West where we can see the remains of a staircase overlooking the city.The cavea, space reserved for spectators, included 34 stands, divided into four series: the maeniana, where viewers were divided according to their social status. It is estimated the initial capacity of the monument to some 21,000 people.

Dating from the 12th century this exceptional cloister... 30 minutes

Dating from the 12th century this exceptional cloister sits adjacent to the church.

Built between the 12th and 15th century, this... 20 minutes

Built between the 12th and 15th century, this exceptional former cathedral displays some of the best examples of Romanesque sculpture.

A visit to the 12th century former monastery... 1 hour

A visit to the 12th century former monastery Saint Paul de Mausole remains today a psychiatric health institution. In the former chapter houses and the Romanesque stairwell, you can see a permanent exhibition of works for sale, made by the patients at the art therapy studio Valetudo. It was here that Vincent Van Gogh spent just over a year and during the visit you get to experience the views that he saw and painted.

At the heart of the Alpilles - Saint... 2 hours

At the heart of the Alpilles - Saint Rémy de Provence is one of the must-see places. Surrounded by the dramatic backdrop of the mountains, ancient streets lined with old houses. Birthplace of Nostradamus and on Wednesdays the village plays host to one of the best street markets in Provence. Other days the village is lively with many small independent shops and galleries.

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