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Things to Do in Arles, France: See Tripadvisor's 86,460 traveler reviews and photos of Arles tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in June. We have reviews of the best places to see in Arles. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Things to Do in Arles, France: See Tripadvisor's 86,446 traveller reviews and photos of Arles tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in June. We have reviews of the best places to see in Arles. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
- L'Amphithéâtre Romain (Les Arènes d'Arles) The UNESCO-listed Roman Amphitheater (les Arènes d'Arles), dating back to the 1st century CE, is the largest and best-preserved ancient monument in Arles.
- Les Alyscamps. Another UNESCO-listed site, Les Alyscamps reveals the remains of ancient Arles' vast Gallo-Roman necropolis. This site was also an important stop on the Way of Saint James medieval pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela in Spain, because of a priory installed here around the year 1040.
- Cloître Saint-Trophime. The Cloître Saint-Trophime is a masterpiece of Provençal Romanesque architecture. This UNESCO-listed monument was constructed between the 12th and 14th centuries.
- Théâtre Antique. Not as well preserved as other ancient sites in Arles but still interesting, the UNESCO-listed Théâtre Antique (Roman Theater) was built in the 1st century BCE during the rule of Augustus.
- Admire The Arles Amphitheatre
- Tour The Ancient Roman Theatre
- Check Out The Vincent Van Gogh Foundation
- Walk Through Place de La République
- Eat Provençal Food Outside
- Wander The Place Du Forum
- Explore The Residential Neighborhood West of Rue Gambetta
- See Van Gogh’s Inspiration at L’Espace Van Gogh
- Visit The Cloister of Saint Trophime
- Tour La Camargue National Park
As the most famous attraction in Arles, the Arles Amphitheatre (or Arènes d’Arles) is a must-visit for any visitors to Arles. Constructed in 90 AD, the amphitheater seated over 20,000 people during its heyday and provided entertainment such as chariot races and gladiator battles to local residents. Believe it or not, bullfights are still held in th...
The Théâtre Antique d’Arlesis an ancient theatre that also dates back to the 1st century. It was constructed during the reign of Emperor Augustus, shortly after the Roman colony was founded. Today, there is not much left of this ancient theatre, though it is quite astounding to think about just how long these ruins have survived.
Though Van Gogh only lived in Arles for one year from 1888-1889, the time proved to be one of his most prolific periods as he completed over 200 paintings and 100 drawings. It also proved to be dangerous as Arles is where Van Gogh famously severed his ear and was forced to stay in a hospital. A visit to the Vincent Van Gogh Foundationis a must in m...
Place de la République is a large open square in Arles, where the town hall is found. At the center of the plaza, you’ll see the Obélisque d’Arles, a 4th-century Roman obelisk made of granite from what is today Turkey.
You can’t visit Provence without a taste of local food. I stopped in for a lovely lunch at Au Brin de Thyme in Arles, a meal I’ll never forget!
Place du Forum is a beyond beautiful plaza with charming flower boxes in the windows and dozens of restaurants with outdoor seating. The plaza was so endearing that Van Gogh even made a painting inspired by it called Café Terrace at Nightin 1888. This building in the corner of the plaza was my favorite as it had a neutral façade with pastel shutter...
While there isn’t anything especially noteworthy here, I highly recommend a visit to this residential neighborhood if you’re looking to see some typical Provençal townhouses complete with pastel colored shutters and brightly colored flowers. It was such a treat for me to see this quiet corner of Arles that I happened to wander into, away from the t...
Another famous Van Gogh painting was inspired by courtyard buildings which you can still see today. The painting is called Le Jardin de la Maison de Santé à Arles.I overheard a tour guide saying that the colorful flowers were actually put in place after the painting was made, and originally the courtyard was totally green. At the time, this was a h...
The local Cloister of Saint Trophime is a fascinating place to discover the Medieval architecture and history of the town. It was built as a monastery for the clergy of the St. Trophime church. It was then converted to a storage warehouse for grains. Now it’s a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
I wish I had time to explore the natural surroundings of the Arles centre ville, including La Camargue, a protected wetland environment that stretches all the way to the Mediterranean Sea! The park is very well maintained and is a great place to see the rare flamingos in France. You can easily continue your trip to neighboring Nimes or Avignonfrom ...
- The Roman Arena of Arles (Ampitheatre) Of course, the most breathtaking thing to do in Arles is to visit the world-famous Roman Ampitheatre, where you can ascend the ancient towers to take in stunning views of the arena, the city and the surrounding region.
- Spectacles of the Camargue. Unfortunately, it’s still possible to attend bullfighting events in the arena of Arles. Although the most famous matches occur during the annual Feria d’Arles, there are occasional shows throughout the summer (or, there were when I visited in 2022).
- LUMA Arles. In a city that is so rich in history, one of the most enjoyable things to do in Arles is to step away from the past for a few hours, and travel forward to the future at LUMA Arles.
- The “Starry Night Over the Rhone” Lookout Point. Only meters outside the city center and the ancient walls, you’ll find Arles’ most famous viewpoint. Here, in 1888, Vincent Van Gogh painted “Starry Night Over the Rhone”, one of his most recognizable masterpieces.
Feb 9, 2017 · Arles is a beautiful city packed full of things to do and see, so finding your way around and choosing the cream of the crop can be quite a task. To save you the trouble, we have created a list of the top ten things to do and see in Arles. So spend your time doing and seeing, and leave the planning to us.
5 days ago · Table of Contents. Highlights of Arles. 1. Be Amazed By the Amphitheatre (Arena) Insider Tip for a Fabulous View. 2. Admire the Roman Theatre (Theatre Antique) Fun Fact: 3. Discover the Cryptoprotiques. 4. Explore the Roman Baths (Thermes de Constantin) 5. Marvel at the Church and Cloister of St Trophime. Insider Tip – Arles Pass. 6.
