Aix-en-Provence Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
French commune in Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
About Aix-en-Provence
Aix has always been a rich city. There is a high contrast between Marseille (only 30km and half an hour away). Whereas Marseille is one the poorest French cities (but still a unique and not to be missed town), Aix is perhaps one of the richest. People seeking for budget or popular places should continue to Marseille. Still, Aix has a lot to offer. It is a quiet, clean and comfortable city. The city centre is mostly pedestrian and, though it is quite small (you can cross the centre in 15 minutes by foot), offers long hours of nice walks. As in all Provençal towns, the city centre consists of narrow streets, lined with interesting buildings from 17th-century hotels to paved plazas.
Top Attractions in Aix-en-Provence
Explore the best things to see and do in Aix-en-Provence:
- ★Atelier Cézanne
- ★Bastide du Jas de Bouffan
- ★Cathédrale Saint-Sauveur
- ★Cours Mirabeau
- ★Fontaine de la Rotonde
- ★Halle de Grains
- ★Hotel de Caumont
- ★Hôtel de Ville
Where to Eat in Aix-en-Provence
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Betty's Resto by House Cookies
- 🍴Capri Fabrot
- 🍴Capri Richelme
- 🍴Capri Rotonde
- 🍴Chamas Tacos Aix en Provence Couronne
- 🍴Chez Charlotte
Where to Stay in Aix-en-Provence
- 🏨AquaBella
- 🏨Atelier Monclar
- 🏨Grand Hotel Mercure du Roi René
- 🏨Hôtel des Arts
- 🏨Hotel F1
- 🏨Hotel Paul
Aix-en-Provence Travel Guide Sections
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