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Near Avignon, in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon
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Tower of Philip the Fair (Tour Philippe-le-Bel)
Built to protect access to St. Bénezet Bridge in 1307, this hulking tower offers a terrific
view over Avignon and the Rhône basin. It's best late in the day.
Cost and Hours:
€2.30; March-April Tue-Sun 10:00-12:00 & 14:00-17:00, closed
Mon; May-Oct daily 10:00-12:00 & 14:00-18:00; closed Nov-Feb.
Getting There:
ToreachthetowerfromAvignon,drivefiveminutes (crossDaladier
Bridge,followsignsto
Villeneuve-lès-Avignon
),ortakebus#11(2/hour,catchbusinfront
of post office on Cours Président Kennedy—see map on
here
).
Hotel values are better in Arles, though I've found some pretty good deals in Avignon.
Avignon is crazy during its July festival, when you must book long ahead (expect inflated
prices). Drivers should ask about parking deals as most hotels offer 20 percent off on pay
lots.
