Founded in 122 before Christ, Aix-en-Provence is the capital of the area of Provence. It's name evokes olive trees, a drink of pastis, a game of pétanque, cricket chirping, the Mistral wind blowing, Emile Zola and Paul Cézanne. This spa town is renown for its rich cultural heritage, and hosts every year the International Festival of Lyrical Arts. The city’s university was created in 1409 and has become one of the most prestigious universities in France. The climate is also very pleasant year-round; warm and dry during summer and sunny and mild during winter.Aix-en-Provence is an elegant city with a unique light, which will guide you through its cobbled streets and animated squares. It is this light that attracted many impressionists painters such as Cézanne, Renoir, Pissarro and Manet to Provence.

Book an amazing wine tour from Aix en Provence and taste the Côtes de Provence St Victoire's wines in 2 wineries of the appellation.

Wine tour in Cezanne countryside from Aix en Provence

Book this half-day tour in the hilltop villages in Luberon from Aix en Provence. Discover amazing places such as Gordes, Roussillon, Lourmarin, and Bonnieux.

Half-day tour in the hilltop villages in Luberon from Aix en Provence

Book this full-day lavender tour in Sault from Aix en Provence and enjoy the scenic ride through the Luberon Natural Regional Park.

Full-day lavender tour in Sault from Aix en Provence

Enjoy full-day lavender tour in Valensole from Aix en Provence and learn about the distillation process of lavender essential oil with a local farmer.

Full-day lavender tour in Valensole from Aix en Provence

Book your full day tour in the South of France and admire Pont du Gard, Les Baux de Provence and Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Provence discovery day tour from Aix en Provence

Cultural Activities

Make the most of your visit to Aix-en-Provence with the City Pass including free access to the best attractions, public transportation and discounts.

City Pass Aix-en-Provence 24h, 48h, 72h

Discover the dishes and learn about the habits of the people of Aix-en-Provence with this 3.5-hour food tour. Food is the best way to get into the culture of the city and Aix-en-Provence has a lot to offer!

Aix-en-Provence food tour

Enjoy an E-Bike tour of Sainte Victoire Mountain from Aix-en-Provence to immerse yourself in nature and explore places you probably never thought you'd go