What makes this city special?
35 kilometers south of Avignon, Arles benefits from an exceptional natural environment with the Rhône, the Crau plain, the Camargue and The Alpilles. The city was an important metropolis of Roman Gaul. Some remarkable monuments still attest to this today and can be visited.
Places not to be missed on holiday in Arles, France
Lovers of old stones will not miss the ancient theatre, which offers shows and music festivals every summer, the arenas, the Alyscamps (the necropolis) or the thermal baths of Constantine.
The best way to understand the city is to go directly to the Place de la République, which houses buildings of different styles and periods: the town hall, completed in 1676, listed as a historical monument, the tower of the 'Renaissance style clock, the Sainte-Anne church, from the 17th century, or the Saint-Trophime church and its cloister, built in the 12th century. Around the square, the streets are full of shops, and among them several bookstores, cafes and very pleasant restaurants.
Arles may be 2,500 years old, but it shows an unusual dynamism. It has just welcomed a monument resolutely turned towards the future, the Luma tower, a building designed by Frank Gehry, within a completely original cultural space, which offers exhibitions, conferences and workshops, etc.
The capital of the Camargue is associated with the figure of Vincent van Gogh, who painted his finest masterpieces there between 1888 and 1889. The Vincent van Gogh Foundation has set itself the task of promoting the painter's artistic heritage, and offers exhibitions and debates in order to pay tribute to the artist's work while exploring its impact on current creation. A must for any fan!
Finally, the city is renowned for its Rencontres de la Photographie. In fifty years, the festival has acquired an international dimension. Every summer, it exhibits the works of 200 artists in different places in the city. A real delight!
Places to Visit on Vacation from Arles, France
During your stay in Arles, be sure to visit the Camargue. You can see horses, flamingos and bulls there, and soak up the wild atmosphere of this natural site with its beaches, rice fields, salt marshes, ponds... For exceptional moments!
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Getting to Arles
By Air
Nearest Airports:
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS): Approximately 70 km (43 miles) from Arles. This is the closest major airport.
Nîmes-Alès-Camargue-Cévennes Airport (FNI): About 25 km (15 miles) from Arles. A smaller airport with fewer flight options.
From the Airport to Arles:
From Marseille Provence Airport:
Train: Take a shuttle bus from the airport to Vitrolles-Aéroport-Marseille-Provence train station. From there, take a train to Arles.
Car Rental or Taxi: Renting a car or taking a taxi is also an option.
From Nîmes-Alès-Camargue-Cévennes Airport:
Taxi or Car Rental: Directly from the airport or book through our concierge team.
By Train
From Paris:
Take a high-speed TGV train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Arles. The journey takes about 4 hours.
From Marseille:
Take a regional TER train from Marseille St-Charles station to Arles. The journey takes about 1 hour.
From Other Cities:
Direct trains to Arles are available from various cities in France. Check the SNCF website for schedules and booking.
By Car
From Marseille:
Take the A7 motorway, then A54/E80 to Arles. The drive takes about 1 hour.
From Paris:
Drive south on the A6, then A7, and finally A54/E80 to Arles. The journey takes about 7 hours.
Local Transportation in Arles
Once in Arles, you can use local buses, taxis, or rent a bike to get around the city.
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