Aix-en-Provence Hotels
Artistic Aix-en-Provence
Ditch the walking shoes and blow the dust off your oxfords – it’s time to get your fancy pants on in Aix-en-Provence. One of the richest parts of France, this city is also proof that good things really do come in small packages.
Lovers of art, literature and classical music flock to this part of the world to look down their noses on anyone sporting a fanny pack and wearing flip-flops. But don’t let that put you off, because there’s enough in Aix-en-Provence to satisfy every visitor. Sample the local produce at the City Market and Saturday Market, splurge on flora at the Flower Marketin the Place de l’Hotel de Ville,and nibble on something dainty at the foodie hub Place Richelme.
Explore Aix-en-Provence on foot and you’ll stumble across weird and wonderful architecture, pop-up galleries and great hidden places to eat, drink, see and be seen.
AIX-EN-PROVENCE’S TOP 10
10. Cours Mirabeau The main drag and the home to one fabulous fountain. |
5. Cathédrale St-Sauveur Like many of Aix’s residents, this 12th century church has had a few facelifts. Its cloisters are fantastic. |
9. Galérie d’Art du Conseil Général des Bouches du Rhône You don’t have to know how to pronounce the name to enjoy the contemporary art and photography here. |
4. Atelier Paul Cézanne Left as it was when the famous artist popped his clogs in 1895. Expect a bit of dust… |
8. Musée Paul Arbaud Bookworms and scrabble nerds alike adore the displays of old books and manuscripts. |
3. Fondation Victor Vasarely This triangle and honeycomb building will have you tripping even more than the artist apparently was. |
7. Roman Ampitheatre Remains only (and excavations are ongoing), but an intriguing glimpse into the city’s ancient past. |
2. Centre Chorégraphique National So you think you can dance? Aix does. Use the word ‘corrie’ for bonus points. |
6. Musée Granet This museum boasts nine Cézannes, plus works by Picasso, Léger, Matisse, Tal Coat and Giacometti. |
1. Cézanne Sights To see where he ate, drank, studied and painted follow the Circuit de Cézanne. |
AIX-EN-PROVENCE EVENTS
January’s Old Book Market is held at the birthplace of author Emile Zola, attracting bookworms from around the world.
The Stamp Fair and Philatelists Festival comes to town in February, along with avid stamp fiends keen to show of their wares.
The Salon des Antiquaires draws antique dealers and Antiques Roadshow fans to the city in droves each May.
Put your dancing shoes on in August for the Festival Internationale de Danse.Classic and modern dance companies from all over come to perform.
December’s New Oil and Truffle Fair celebrates the first pressing of the olives, and is a chance to sample the tasty local truffles.
WHEN TO GO
· Aix enjoys approximately 300 days of sunshine each year. Sweet!
· Summer temperatures average around 29ºC (84ºF), while winter daytime temps stay around 11ºC (52ºF).
· Prices increase with the summer crowds, so early spring or late autumn may be better times to visit.
GETTING AROUND
· Aix-en-Provence is a small city, so it’s quite easy to walk to most sights and eating spots if you’re staying centrally.
· The bussystem is fairly efficient and also connects to nearby towns such as Marseille. If you’re staying for a few days, buy a discounted multi-pack ticket.
· Taxis can be found outside most bus stations or dialled from the desk of after-dark hot spots.
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