Rocade Nord Travel Guide
Avignon
Visit Rocade Nord
Popular places to visit
City Walls
Running for a length of more than 2 miles, these medieval fortifications draw a boundary around the historic core of Avignon.
Palais des Papes
Built to house and protect France’s 14th-century popes, one of Europe’s largest Gothic palaces dominates Avignon’s skyline and cultural life.
Avignon Festival
Enjoy a show at Avignon Festival, a theatre with a story to tell in Avignon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's festivals.
Parc des Expositions
Attend a concert, sporting event, art exhibition or even a circis at this stunning center just outside Avignon.
Avignon Cathedral
Celebrate mass in this resting place of 14th-century popes, or simply visit to enjoy the spiritual and artistic treasures within this beautiful Romanesque cathedral.
Pont Saint-Bénézet
One of Avignon’s most iconic landmarks is a bridge that literally goes nowhere, yet continues to draw travelers from all over the globe.
Things to do
Taste Avignon – A Full French Culinary Tour by Do Eat Better
Top hotels in Rocade Nord
Terre de Provence Hôtel & Spa
War okay für eine Nacht aber zum Duschen kaltes Wasser…
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Central Hotel
ibis Avignon Centre Pont de l'Europe
Hotel Le Cloitre St Louis
Negativ bredfast
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Le Lavarin
$12eu for Uber from TGV to this hotel after traveling all day to find out there is nothing to eat within walking distance in the afternoon... not the hotels fault. We should have stayed in Avignon... it's only $14eu from TGV to 20+ hotels and 30+ restaurants. That said... this hotel lived up to the ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Golden Tulip Avignon Le Paradou
Nice welcoming, outstanding dinner!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rocade Nord
Avignon City Centre
River views, historical sites and museums are some highlights of Avignon City Centre. Make a stop by Rue de la Republique or Place de l'Horloge while you're exploring.
Sud Rocade
While there might not be top attractions in Sud Rocade, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rue des Teinturiers and Avignon Festival.
Saint-Chamand
Though Saint-Chamand may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rue des Teinturiers and Avignon Festival.
Quartier Nord
Quartier Nord might not have many top sights, but Rue des Teinturiers and City Walls are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Quartier Est
When in Quartier Est, you can plan a visit to Rue des Teinturiers and Rocher des Doms, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Piot
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Piot and surrounding area, you can visit Rue de la Republique and Avignon Festival.
