Palace of the Popes (Palais des Papes)

Overview

The Palace of the Popes (Palais des Papes) is a historic palace in Avignon, France, which was the residence of the popes during the Avignon Papacy in the 14th century. It is one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe.

It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a symbol of the political and religious power of the Catholic Church during the Middle Ages.

Monument Museum

Location

Address

Place du Palais, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur

Neighborhood: Old Town

Coordinates

43.948600, 4.805800

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

12.50 EUR

Children

free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

April-June, September-October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2-3 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

EUR

Typical Costs

entry 12.50

parking 5

food 15

souvenirs 20

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Palais des Papes

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Avignon Provence Airport

Distance: 10 km

Travel Time: 15 minutes

taxi

25 EUR 15 min

public_transport

5 EUR 30 min

From City Center

Distance: 500 m

walking

10 min

bus

1.70 EUR 5 min

taxi

10 EUR 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Bonjour

thank_you Merci

where_is Où est

how_much Combien

beautiful Beau

ticket Billet

Guide Languages: French, English, Spanish

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#travel #avignon

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Avignon Cathedral

Distance: 200m

Walking: 3 min

Type: Cathedral

Rocher des Doms Garden

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: Garden

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+33 4 32 74 65 23

contact@palais-des-papes.com

www.palais-des-papes.com

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