Aix-en-Provence Private Tour: Culture, History, and Kings in Classic Old Town
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16 Ratings
Aix-en-Provence
Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Aix-en-Provence on a private tour of the classic old town. Explore iconic sights, stroll along charming avenues, visit beautiful gardens, and experience the vibrant local markets.
Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Pavillon de Vendome - We visit the gardens of the 17th century château on our walk.
  • Cathedrale St. Sauveur - Visit the historic cathedral in the centre of the old town
What's Included
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
Additional Information

Tour overview - explore the historic Aix-en-Provence - discover the key landmarks of Aix-en-Provence, featuring the stunning baroque and rococo 17th & 18th-century mansions situated in the Quartier Mazarin. Enjoy a leisurely walk along Cours Mirabeau, a boulevard lined with magnificent plane trees, plush manors and popular eatery spots. Take note of the city’s renowned fountains which are actually Roman springs that have been serving Aix’s water needs for millennia. Our tour will involve a visit to the Pavillon Vendôme gardens, La Cathédrale Saint-Sauveur, Le Tour de l’Horloge & l’Hotel de Ville - a structure originating from 1510, the neighboring Provençal markets and a range of local stores offering superior local goods.

Key points: Roam and take in the historic town of Aix-en-Provence. Visit the beautiful gardens of the Pavillon Vendôme and the Cathédrale St Saveur. Delight in the graceful atmosphere of the town’s many squares, ancient edifices and fountains. Appreciate the sophisticated architecture of the Quartier Mazarin. Feel the vibrant energy of a bustling market as you immerse yourself in the life of an Aixoise for a day.

Location
Cathedrale St. Sauveur
Place des Martyrs de la Resistance,
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(16 Ratings)
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Gail_h
Oct 27, 2022
Great way to see Aix - Our guide was terrific. Knowledgeable and engaging. We learned so much about the history of Aix en Provence and his narrative brought that history to life. Highly recommend this guide and the 3 hour tour.
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Kycolonel5
Sep 24, 2022
Knowledgeable Tour - Christopher had an easy conversational tone in describing his city and we enjoyed seeing and learning without the feeling of being lectured to. Tour is a little pricey but we found it worthwhile and recommend it. Much to see and admire.
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Mark_r
Sep 6, 2022
Inside Aix with a friend - Christopher is friendly, knowledgeable, and flexible. He made us feel like we were visiting an old friend. Even though we had been to Aix before, we learned insights and experiences that were so worthwhile. Would definitely recommend.
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Deborah_c
Jun 14, 2022
A perfect walking tour! - Laurent was an amazing guide! He was extremely knowledgeable (and flexible, given our two small children); his expertise in art and architecture was evident at each turn during our stroll as he educated us on the history of Aix. What a perfect way to become acclimated in this beautiful city! I wholeheartedly recommend this tour!
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Tobe_a
Jun 13, 2022
Aix is a must in the south of France - A wonderful guide!! Great information and so charming to spend fours hours with. Gave us special attention.
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Mike_in_ps
Apr 21, 2022
Terrific tour - Loved the 1-on-1 experience, learning a lot about Aix, and seeing the town. A great intro to a place I had never been before. Laurent even bought me a coffee halfway through the tour! If you're thinking about maybe doing this, don't hesitate to sign up. It's well worth it.
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Travelling_sunrays
Aug 31, 2021
Thorough and Personable - Christopher from OohProvence delivered a very enjoyable and extensive tour of Aix-en-Provence. He took us all over the city, and pointed out details that we would never have noticed. His unflagging energy and interest in history was contagious! With the private tour for just the two of us, it felt less like a tour and more like spending the afternoon with an extremely knowledgeable friend. Thank you, Christopher!
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Joannepg4206nz
Mar 3, 2020
Great Tour of the City - I made a last minute detour to Aix-en-Provence in February, hoping to explore Cezanne's footsteps and the city. To my chagrin, everything was closed for low season and there wasn't much I could see/do. Since I was short on time, I frantically looked for a tour so that my visit wouldn't be in vain. Christopher accommodated my last minute booking for a half-day tour (made the night before) and met me the next morning. The tour was a thorough, overview of the history of the city. Christopher took me all over the city on foot and answered every question I had about Aix-en-Provence and France in general. I highly recommend this tour or any tour that OohProvence provides.
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Sightseer189627
Nov 5, 2019
Aix with Chris from Ooh Provence - Chris from Ooh Provence was superior in every way. Gave us a private custom tour. We are history buffs and he was able to answer all of our questions. If not, he emailed us later with links to give us more information. We got lost on the way to meet him so he came to us. Helped us find our car at the end of the tour. If you want a custom tour Chris is the best.
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Peterjerry
Sep 14, 2019
Fun and Informative - Our half day tour with Laurent was absolutely wonderful. He is extremely knowledgable, wonderfully amusing and guided us through parts of Aix that we would have never discovered on our own. We have forgotten many our our guided tours. This one we will remember.
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