Quartier Nord Travel Guide
Avignon
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Popular places to visit
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.
Rocher des Doms
Avignon's historic hilltop park is a popular picnic and walking spot with spectacular views of the city, river, surrounding countryside and vineyards.
Things to do
Taste Avignon – A Full French Culinary Tour by Do Eat Better
Top hotels in Quartier Nord
Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe
The bed had two martresses pulled together, somwhat uncomfortabe. Disgusting smell in the kitchenette. Excellent location, good service, convenient, good price, comfortable.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
City Résidence Avignon
Very nice little apartment in Avignon with easy parking. We enjoyed staying there on our trip through France.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Central Hotel
ibis Avignon Centre Pont de l'Europe
Hotel Le Cloitre St Louis
Negativ bredfast
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hotel De Cambis
Well run and decent all around. Excellent location in the touristy old town. The downside is party people are noisy so bring ear plugs. We didn't opt for the breakfast because we felt it was a bit pricey and we were happy to go get a croissant and cafe au lait ourselves.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Quartier Nord
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.
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.
Rocade Nord
While Rocade Nord may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do 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.
Barthelasse
When in Barthelasse, you can plan a visit to Fort St-Andre 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.
