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History and Renewal in Aix-en-Provence: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

6 Reviews 4.33 out of 5 stars Based on 6 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Aix-en-Provence, France

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75 to 90 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Aix is a beautifully preserved city. In fact, its centre hasn’t changed much over the last 300 years, but that doesn't mean it's living in the past. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll quickly see how the city’s history plays a huge part in the resurgence we’re seeing now in the fortunes of modern Aix. There are lots of elegant buildings and squares along the way, of course, and we’ll explore its 2,000-year-old story together – but there are also bustling markets, expensive clothing stores and some great cake shops.

By the end of this tour, you’ll understand how the city’s turbulent past has shaped its present. It’s a fascinating story filled with plague, war, revolution, and fortunes made and lost.

The highlights include:

• How an archbishop developed an expensive real estate block
• Why we remember Paul Cezanne and not Emile Zola
• Aix’s very own rags to riches story
• How Napoleon shaped Aix’s history

And so much more!

The tour can be enjoyed on location or virtually.

What's Included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Lifetime access to this tour
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Place du Général de Gaulle
13100 Aix-en-Provence, France

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Place de l'Hôtel de Ville
Rue Vauvenargues, 13100 Aix-en-Provence, France

The tour ends at the square facing the city hall.

What To Expect

Fontaine de La Rotonde (Pass By)

The tour starts next to the Fontaine de la Rotonde.
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Hotel de Caumont - Art Centre (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Hôtel de Caumont.
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Place des 4 Dauphins (Pass By)

The tour passes the place des Quatre-Dauphins.
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Fontaine du Roi Rene (Pass By)

The tour passes the statue of King René
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Court of Appeal of Aix En Provence (Pass By)

The tour stops briefly in front of the Court of Appeal of Aix En Provence.
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Le Café - Boyer d'Eguilles (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Hôtel Boyer d'Eguilles
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Place d'Albertas (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Place d’Albertas.
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Place de l'Hôtel de ville (Pass By)

The tour passes through and then returns to the city hall square at the end of the tour.
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Hotel de Chateaurenard (Pass By)

The tour passes the Hôtel de Châteaurenard.
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Paroisse Cathédrale Saint Sauveur Aix-en-Provence (Pass By)

The tour stops briefuly in front of the Saint Sauveur cathedral.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the History and Renewal in Aix-en-Provence: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Lifetime access to this tour
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

Additional Info

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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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