Quartier Ouest 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.
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.
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.
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
Saint-Rémy, Les Baux, from the Careers of Lights to the Pont du Gard
Top hotels in Quartier Ouest
Avignon Grand Hotel
"It has a very good location and close many restaurants and walking distance to major attractions. It provides good breakfast."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
ibis Avignon Centre Pont de l'Europe
"Great value"
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Mercure Avignon TGV Hotel et Spa
"Fresh food and staff was great"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
ibis budget Avignon Centre
"Excellent hotel for the price!! Beside the walls of the old city, without the exorbitant price. Breakfast was good, staff helpful, parking arranged as we had requested."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
ibis Avignon Centre Gare
"Staff were good"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Best Western Plus Le Lavarin
"Yes"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Quartier Ouest
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.
Nord Rocade
While Nord Rocade may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like City Walls and Rue des Teinturiers.
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.
Quartier Nord
Quartier Nord might not have many top sights, but City Walls and Rue des Teinturiers are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
