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Local markets
The U Express in Noves is five minutes from the house and you can do all of you daily shopping here. The butcher is excellent. If you are looking for fresh fish, the fish monger, or poissionier, sells fresh fish at the Place de la Mairie on Friday mornings.
Hours for U Express
Monday to Saturday 8:00 - 7:30
Sunday 9:00 - 12:30
13 locals recommend
U Express
36 B Av. Charles de GaulleThe U Express in Noves is five minutes from the house and you can do all of you daily shopping here. The butcher is excellent. If you are looking for fresh fish, the fish monger, or poissionier, sells fresh fish at the Place de la Mairie on Friday mornings.
Hours for U Express
Monday to Saturday 8:00 - 7:30
Sunday 9:00 - 12:30
Every Wednesday morning from 8:30 - 1:00 and not to be missed! St Remy boasts the largest marché provencal in the area.
19 locals recommend
Grand Marché Provençal de Saint Rémy de Provence
Place Jules PellissierEvery Wednesday morning from 8:30 - 1:00 and not to be missed! St Remy boasts the largest marché provencal in the area.
Absolutely fabulous and very authentic Sunday morning farmer's market in Coustellet from 8:00 to 12:00, about a half hour drive from the house. A bit less touristy than St Remy de Provence and every bit as agreeable.
32 locals recommend
Farmers market in Coustellet
Place du marchéAbsolutely fabulous and very authentic Sunday morning farmer's market in Coustellet from 8:00 to 12:00, about a half hour drive from the house. A bit less touristy than St Remy de Provence and every bit as agreeable.
Eygalieres also offers a marché provencal every Friday morning from 8:00 until 1:00. Plenty of parking, a bit smaller than St Remy, and has everything from fruits, vegetables, and cheese, to flowers, linens, clothes, and gifts carved from olive wood. There are also several great little restaurants where you can grab a lunch before heading home.
77 locals recommend
Eygalières
Eygalieres also offers a marché provencal every Friday morning from 8:00 until 1:00. Plenty of parking, a bit smaller than St Remy, and has everything from fruits, vegetables, and cheese, to flowers, linens, clothes, and gifts carved from olive wood. There are also several great little restaurants where you can grab a lunch before heading home.
Sightseeing
The Carrières de Lumières is an immersive art experience that is beloved by all, young and old. Each year a different artist is featured--Cezanne, Van Gogh, Kandinsky, Picasso--and their work is projected onto the walls of the quarry with choreographed music. It requires a half hour and is the perfect complement to a visit to Les Baux de Provence. A great experience for all ages!
393 locals recommend
Carrières de Lumières
Route de MaillaneThe Carrières de Lumières is an immersive art experience that is beloved by all, young and old. Each year a different artist is featured--Cezanne, Van Gogh, Kandinsky, Picasso--and their work is projected onto the walls of the quarry with choreographed music. It requires a half hour and is the perfect complement to a visit to Les Baux de Provence. A great experience for all ages!
No trip to Avignon would be complete without a visit to the Pont d’Avignon et Le Palais des Papes. The guided audio tour is definitely the way to go to learn the history of the magnificent landmark.
926 locals recommend
Palais des Papes
Place du PalaisNo trip to Avignon would be complete without a visit to the Pont d’Avignon et Le Palais des Papes. The guided audio tour is definitely the way to go to learn the history of the magnificent landmark.
Magnificent 360 degree views with a dose of medieval history. After touring the chateau, you ca head over to the Carrières de Lumière to finish of your day.
840 locals recommend
Les Baux-de-Provence
Magnificent 360 degree views with a dose of medieval history. After touring the chateau, you ca head over to the Carrières de Lumière to finish of your day.
Known as the Colorado of Provence, Roussillon is also listed as one of the most beautiful villages in Provence. There are two hiking trails as well as a museum that describes the importance of the ochre industry before the advent of chemically produced colors.
465 locals recommend
Roussillon
Known as the Colorado of Provence, Roussillon is also listed as one of the most beautiful villages in Provence. There are two hiking trails as well as a museum that describes the importance of the ochre industry before the advent of chemically produced colors.
Most known for its famous patient Vincent van Gogh, who stayed there in 1889–1890 at a time when the monastery had been converted to a lunatic asylum, several rooms have been converted into a museum. One notably recreates Van Gogh's, "The Bedroom".
20 locals recommend
Monastery Saint-Paul de Mausole
2 VC des CarrièresMost known for its famous patient Vincent van Gogh, who stayed there in 1889–1890 at a time when the monastery had been converted to a lunatic asylum, several rooms have been converted into a museum. One notably recreates Van Gogh's, "The Bedroom".
LUMA is an arts center in Arles, France, featuring a 15,000 square meter tower building designed by the Canadian-American architect Frank Gehry. It is a spectacular structure that offers a 360 degree view of the city of Arles, juxtaposing the roman amphitheater in the distance, and the expanse of Camargue straight to the Rhone delta. It also boasts a permanent collection of contemporary art including many photographs by Annie Liebovitz.
55 locals recommend
Luma Arles, Parc des Ateliers
35 Av. Victor HugoLUMA is an arts center in Arles, France, featuring a 15,000 square meter tower building designed by the Canadian-American architect Frank Gehry. It is a spectacular structure that offers a 360 degree view of the city of Arles, juxtaposing the roman amphitheater in the distance, and the expanse of Camargue straight to the Rhone delta. It also boasts a permanent collection of contemporary art including many photographs by Annie Liebovitz.
This unique property near Aix en Provence is home to the Art and Architecture Walk which traverses the vineyards, woods, and olive grove surrounding the three on site restaurants. Internationally renown architects and artists have have been invited to contribute various installations over the years which has culminated in a truly inspiring experience for any art or architecture lover. Invited artists include Renzo Piano, Frank Gehry, Andy Goldworthy, Tadao Ando, Bob Dylan, Michael Stipe, Louis Bourgeois and more. Plan your walk around lunch at one of the restaurants or a wine tasting in the cave and you have the makings for a memorable day.
204 locals recommend
Château La Coste
This unique property near Aix en Provence is home to the Art and Architecture Walk which traverses the vineyards, woods, and olive grove surrounding the three on site restaurants. Internationally renown architects and artists have have been invited to contribute various installations over the years which has culminated in a truly inspiring experience for any art or architecture lover. Invited artists include Renzo Piano, Frank Gehry, Andy Goldworthy, Tadao Ando, Bob Dylan, Michael Stipe, Louis Bourgeois and more. Plan your walk around lunch at one of the restaurants or a wine tasting in the cave and you have the makings for a memorable day.
The Hotel Caumont has a featured exhibition every year as well as a wonderful 20 minute movie about the life of Cezanne. You can also visit the historic salons with period decor and furniture and dine in the Cafe Caumont which overlooks a beautiful garden.
293 locals recommend
Hôtel de Caumont
3 Rue Joseph CabassolThe Hotel Caumont has a featured exhibition every year as well as a wonderful 20 minute movie about the life of Cezanne. You can also visit the historic salons with period decor and furniture and dine in the Cafe Caumont which overlooks a beautiful garden.
The Camargue, south of Arles, near the Rhone Delta is another wonderful region of Provence to explore. You can visit "manades"--ranches where bulls are raised, go for a horseback ride on the beach, go canoeing or cruise the estuaries on an electric paddle board, visit Saintes Marie de la Mer, go bird watching in the Parc Ornithogolgique, take a 4 x 4 safari and more. An absolute must for nature lovers!
191 locals recommend
Camargue
The Camargue, south of Arles, near the Rhone Delta is another wonderful region of Provence to explore. You can visit "manades"--ranches where bulls are raised, go for a horseback ride on the beach, go canoeing or cruise the estuaries on an electric paddle board, visit Saintes Marie de la Mer, go bird watching in the Parc Ornithogolgique, take a 4 x 4 safari and more. An absolute must for nature lovers!
Best to visit in the spring when the water is high, the Fontaine de Vaucluse is a natural source. You can kayak in the nearby river or you can stroll underneath the plane tree lined promenade, grab and ice cream, and sit by the river for a refreshing break.
Fontaine de Vaucluse, 84800 Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, France
Best to visit in the spring when the water is high, the Fontaine de Vaucluse is a natural source. You can kayak in the nearby river or you can stroll underneath the plane tree lined promenade, grab and ice cream, and sit by the river for a refreshing break.
Local Bakeries and Restaurants
A non-exhaustive list of a few of our favorite restaurants in and around Avignon, St Remy de Provence, and Isle sur la Sorgue.
Excellent bread and patisserie only 5 minutes away. If you are planning a day trip with a picnic, you can also buy sandwiches, salads, and drinks to go. The location in Noves also offers a pasta bar along with other Italian specialties including, charcuterie, cheese, wine, and specialty items.
Meinado
27 Pont de BonpasExcellent bread and patisserie only 5 minutes away. If you are planning a day trip with a picnic, you can also buy sandwiches, salads, and drinks to go. The location in Noves also offers a pasta bar along with other Italian specialties including, charcuterie, cheese, wine, and specialty items.
This is one of my favorite casual restaurants just outside of St Remy. It offers a unique daily menu so you just need to let yourself be taken care of by the wonderful owners.
Mon père était pâtissier
Place limbertonThis is one of my favorite casual restaurants just outside of St Remy. It offers a unique daily menu so you just need to let yourself be taken care of by the wonderful owners.
If you are looking for an upscale night out or a special brunch option, look no further than this stunning property located in the Vallée des Baux, just on the other side of St Remy. Whether you choose their exception brunch, a more casual lunch at the Bistrot or a gastronomic experience at their Michelin starred restaurant, Aupiho, you will not be disappointed.
17 locals recommend
Domaine de Manville
If you are looking for an upscale night out or a special brunch option, look no further than this stunning property located in the Vallée des Baux, just on the other side of St Remy. Whether you choose their exception brunch, a more casual lunch at the Bistrot or a gastronomic experience at their Michelin starred restaurant, Aupiho, you will not be disappointed.
Fun, delicious, and affordable restaurant on the Place des Carmes in the center of Avignon. A bit off the beaten path but very much worth the stop.
38 locals recommend
Restaurant Le Barrio
13 Rue des InfirmièresFun, delicious, and affordable restaurant on the Place des Carmes in the center of Avignon. A bit off the beaten path but very much worth the stop.
My favorite restaurant in the center of Avignon. The hosts are wonderful people and it is the only restaurant on the Place de l'Horloge that is serving up fresh, local fare.
La brasserie de l’horloge
26 Pl. de l'HorlogeMy favorite restaurant in the center of Avignon. The hosts are wonderful people and it is the only restaurant on the Place de l'Horloge that is serving up fresh, local fare.
Delicious pizza by the slice with two Italiens at the helm. They offer a wonderful selection of pizza--all by the slice, all to go. If you plan to have a casual bit in the Jardins des Papes, this is a terrific option. Be careful though--they're so popular that they tend to sell out early.
8 locals recommend
Come a Roma
16 Pl. de la PrincipaleDelicious pizza by the slice with two Italiens at the helm. They offer a wonderful selection of pizza--all by the slice, all to go. If you plan to have a casual bit in the Jardins des Papes, this is a terrific option. Be careful though--they're so popular that they tend to sell out early.
A favorite local restaurant and a great lunch spot for after the Friday morning market. Make sure to reserve however because they are often fully booked!
25 locals recommend
Chez Paulette
130 Rue de la RépubliqueA favorite local restaurant and a great lunch spot for after the Friday morning market. Make sure to reserve however because they are often fully booked!
An exception restaurant nestled in the Alpilles. They offer a unique menu with wine included. A lovely lunch or dinner experience every time.
27 locals recommend
Le Bistrot du Paradou
57 Av. de la Vall. des BauxAn exception restaurant nestled in the Alpilles. They offer a unique menu with wine included. A lovely lunch or dinner experience every time.
Recently renovated the Bistrot des Alpilles is a bustling spot with decent, affordable fare.
10 locals recommend
Bistrot Des Alpilles
15 Bd MirabeauRecently renovated the Bistrot des Alpilles is a bustling spot with decent, affordable fare.
If you are looking for a very authentic bistrot, book a table at the Bar Tabac des Alpilles! They are most well known for their Gigot d'agneau served "a la coupe" tableside. Friendly, no nonsense wait staff and very reasonable prices.
9 locals recommend
Bar Tabac des Alpilles
21 Bd Victor HugoIf you are looking for a very authentic bistrot, book a table at the Bar Tabac des Alpilles! They are most well known for their Gigot d'agneau served "a la coupe" tableside. Friendly, no nonsense wait staff and very reasonable prices.
A wonderful restaurant in Avignon located in the courtyard of the Hotel Caumont, home to the contemporary art collection, The Collection Lambert. Always a treat to eat here in such a beautiful setting.
18 locals recommend
Restaurant le Violette
5 Rue VioletteA wonderful restaurant in Avignon located in the courtyard of the Hotel Caumont, home to the contemporary art collection, The Collection Lambert. Always a treat to eat here in such a beautiful setting.
A restaurant that prioritizes local ingredients and is set in a walled garden in the heart of Isle sur La Sorgue. If you prefer a quick bit, you can eat on the casual side of the restaurant, L'Atelier, that has a more limited menu or you can book an exquisite and leisurely multi-course lunch on the terrace of Le Jardin under the shade of their trellised wisteria.
25 locals recommend
Le Jardin du Quai
91 Av. Julien GuigueA restaurant that prioritizes local ingredients and is set in a walled garden in the heart of Isle sur La Sorgue. If you prefer a quick bit, you can eat on the casual side of the restaurant, L'Atelier, that has a more limited menu or you can book an exquisite and leisurely multi-course lunch on the terrace of Le Jardin under the shade of their trellised wisteria.
A true locals spot. Subito offers 3-4 tables and is considered a lunch counter for many of the locals. Good, simple and no nonsense.
9 locals recommend
subito
Rue Saint-EtienneA true locals spot. Subito offers 3-4 tables and is considered a lunch counter for many of the locals. Good, simple and no nonsense.
A wonderful restaurant serving traditional french cuisine who creates their menus based on the daily produce available at the markets. Much beloved by the locals.
23 locals recommend
Restaurant le Cochon Bleu
9 Rue d'AnnanelleA wonderful restaurant serving traditional french cuisine who creates their menus based on the daily produce available at the markets. Much beloved by the locals.
If you have a reason to celebrate or want to try one of Avignon's standout Michelin starred restaurant, be sure not to miss Pollen. Located in a courtyard off of Rue Joseph Vernet, Pollen boasts not only a simple yet stunning design but to die for dishes and a spectacular wine list.
31 locals recommend
Restaurant Pollen
18 Rue Joseph VernetIf you have a reason to celebrate or want to try one of Avignon's standout Michelin starred restaurant, be sure not to miss Pollen. Located in a courtyard off of Rue Joseph Vernet, Pollen boasts not only a simple yet stunning design but to die for dishes and a spectacular wine list.
Another wonderful restaurant with outdoor seating in the Place Corps des Saints at the bottom of the Rue de la Republic, near the train station. Wonderful, high quality cuisine & service.
33 locals recommend
L'Agape
21 Pl. des Corps SaintsAnother wonderful restaurant with outdoor seating in the Place Corps des Saints at the bottom of the Rue de la Republic, near the train station. Wonderful, high quality cuisine & service.
Meinado Noves
This is one of two locations, both are only 5 minutes away.
A great, casual restaurant with predominantly outdoor seating in the heart of Saint Remy de Provence. Meals are served family style and the limited menu offers a pleasant selection.
11 locals recommend
''Bistrot les pieds dans l eau"
22 Bd Victor HugoA great, casual restaurant with predominantly outdoor seating in the heart of Saint Remy de Provence. Meals are served family style and the limited menu offers a pleasant selection.
Another wonderful restaurant just outside of Saint Remy, édu has outdoor, garden seating and offers a fabulous selection of small plates to share, featuring local produce and mediterranean flare.
15 locals recommend
edú restaurant
17 Av. Albert SchweitzerAnother wonderful restaurant just outside of Saint Remy, édu has outdoor, garden seating and offers a fabulous selection of small plates to share, featuring local produce and mediterranean flare.
If you eat only one meal in Marseille, it should without a doubt be here. Tuba Club offers the rare combination of excellent, fresh local fare and an exquisite view from two different terraces that overlook the calanques. Primarily for fish & sunset lovers but meat lovers will also find grilled options.
28 locals recommend
Tuba Club - Cabanons et Restaurant
2 Bd Alexandre DelabreIf you eat only one meal in Marseille, it should without a doubt be here. Tuba Club offers the rare combination of excellent, fresh local fare and an exquisite view from two different terraces that overlook the calanques. Primarily for fish & sunset lovers but meat lovers will also find grilled options.
Don't want to go out to eat but not in the mood to cook either? La Cuisine des Anges, a caterer in the center of Noves across from the primary school, has you covered: from a private chef and prepared meals to go to catered meals and specialty food items.
La Cuisine des Anges Traiteur
Don't want to go out to eat but not in the mood to cook either? La Cuisine des Anges, a caterer in the center of Noves across from the primary school, has you covered: from a private chef and prepared meals to go to catered meals and specialty food items.
Wine Tasting
Here are several vineyards that we recommend should you wish to go wine tasting during your stay.
DOMAINE GALEVAN
127 Route de VaisonChêne Bleu - La Verrière
Chemin de la VerrièreVignobles Mayard - Châteauneuf Du Pape - OenoTourisme
1973 Av. Baron le RoyDomaine Milan
941 Ancienne Voie Aurelia