Sightseeing in Arles - what to see. Complete travel guide
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It is not that simple to find interesting landmarks for tourists with children in a city famous for its antique sights and museums. Arles is a pleasant exception. In addition to excursions …
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Antique landmarks of the Roman Empire period have made Arles internationally famous. The entire territory of the historic city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many tourists start …
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Excursions to unique ancient landmarks are not the only activities available to tourists in Arles. The region is famous for its beautiful nature. There are several interesting nature …
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The majority of popular shops in Arles are located in the city center. There are also several good shopping malls here. La Galerie - Géant Arles is one of the largest malls in the city. It …
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It is not that simple to find interesting landmarks for tourists with children in a city famous for its antique sights and museums. Arles is a pleasant exception. In addition to excursions …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Arles and surroundings
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Survived castles around Arles
♥ Castle 'Château de Tarascon' Bouches-du-Rhône, 14.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Beaucaire' Gard, 14.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Baux' Bouches-du-Rhône, 15.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Fort Saint-André' Gard, 35 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de L’Empéri' Bouches-du-Rhône, 38 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Tarascon' Bouches-du-Rhône, 14.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Beaucaire' Gard, 14.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Baux' Bouches-du-Rhône, 15.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Fort Saint-André' Gard, 35 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de L’Empéri' Bouches-du-Rhône, 38 km from the center. On the map
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National and city parks around Arles
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Camargue' , 19.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Alpilles' , 20.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Luberon' , 49.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Baronnies provençales' , 96.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Verdon' , 102.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Camargue' , 19.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Alpilles' , 20.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Luberon' , 49.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Baronnies provençales' , 96.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Verdon' , 102.1 km from the center. On the map
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Art galleries in Arles and around
♥ Art museum 'Musée de l Arles et de la Provence antiques' Arles, 1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Musée des Beaux-Arts' Nîmes, 27.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Fondation Calvet' Avignon, 33.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Musée Angladon' Avignon, 33.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Musée du Petit Palais' Avignon, 33.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Musée de l Arles et de la Provence antiques' Arles, 1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Musée des Beaux-Arts' Nîmes, 27.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Fondation Calvet' Avignon, 33.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Musée Angladon' Avignon, 33.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Musée du Petit Palais' Avignon, 33.9 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Arles from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Amphitheatre in Orange
From the series “Ancient Amphitheaters and Arenas, That Are Still Operational”![](../../extreme/img/w300/amphitheatre-in-orange_1.jpg)
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Distance from Arles center - 53.1 km.
One of the main features of the ancient theater is its unique acoustics, which was appreciated by artists in the second half of the 19th century. The first theatrical performances here began to be held in 1869, since then the amphitheater is a permanent venue for the most important city holidays and cultural events. The theater in Orange has one more secret. It is the only arena in the world that managed to preserve the original scene, it has not been touched by numerous reconstructions. …
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Ancient theater and Arc de Triomphe in Orange
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Distance from Arles center - 53 km.
Performances by Placido Domingo, Barbara Hendricks, Ruggero Raimondi, Ferruccio Furlanetto, and Montserrat Caballe took place on the ancient stage in various periods. The ancient arena was chosen as the venue for the festival not by chance. It is distinguished by its unique acoustics. Guests of Orange can visit the unique attraction as part of organized excursions. They are held regularly on days when no cultural events take place in the theater. Visitors will have the opportunity to visit the most hidden corners of the ancient Roman arena during this tour. Guests will also be able to step on its stage and experience the range of feelings that opera performers who perform in the theater experience. …
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If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.
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If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.
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