Avignon, France

Historic Sites & Landmarks in Avignon, France

  • Avignon Cathedral Avignon, France

    This 12th-century Romanesque cathedral is dwarfed by the grand Palais des Papes that was later built next door. Inside are the tombs of several Avignon popes.

  • Papal Palace Avignon, France

    This imposing edifice was the home of the papacy between 1309 and 1377. It is one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe.

  • Musee du Petit Palais Avignon, France

    Housed in the bishop's palace that was home to the first two Avignon popes, this small palace now houses an outstanding collection of 13th to 16th century Italian religious paintings.