Rocade Nord Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Luberon Villages Small Group Half-Day Trip from Avignon
Saint Remy, Les Baux and Pont du Gard Small Group Day Trip
Avignon: Historic District Guided Food & Wine Walking Tour
Afternoon Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon
From Avignon: Arles, Les Baux de Provence & St Rémy
From Avignon : Wine tasting in Châteauneuf du Pape
Our pick of the best Rocade Nord Hotel Deals
Terre de Provence Hôtel & Spa
Excellent a tout point
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hotel De Cambis
Friendly and helpful staffs. Spacious shower but our room feels small and tight. It’s perfect for one person. But the shower area is separated from bed with only clear glass so if one person turns on light to shower, it lights up the whole room. There’s no privacy in shower but toilet is in an enclosed ...
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Bristol Hotel
Good old fashioned hotel refitted with tastefully. Close to station and cit6 centre. Room was on small size but ok for fw days. Bath was too hight and hard to step out plus bathroom windows were still the old one and could not open. Not ideal for sunny days. Breakfast was good but could not see the ...
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Le Lavarin
Golden Tulip Avignon Le Paradou
La rénovation a été faite avec goût, décoration dans l'air du temps. Personnel très agréable et serviable. Excellents petits plats. La terasse dans le chambre est un plus pour les beaux jours qui arrivent ! Je recommande et je reviendrais !
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Central Hotel
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 Avignon Cathedral, 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.
