2025
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The Palais des Papes, a major monument in the PACA region, sits at the gateway to Provence, where the Rhône meets the Durance.
At the gateway to Provence, where the Rhône meets the Durance, the Palais des Papes proudly stands like a fortress. With over 650,000 visitors a year, it is one of the ten most visited monuments in France. A true symbol of the Church's influence on the Christian West in the 14th century, this monumental 15,000m2 masterpiece is the largest medieval fortress and the largest Gothic palace in Europe. The palace was listed as a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 1995. Well worth a visit.
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Opening time and information on POPE'S PALACE
Open all year round. 01/01 to 03/02: 10am - 5pm; 04/02 to 28/02: 10am - 6pm; 01/03 to 05/11: 9am - 7pm; 06/11 to 22/12: 10am - 5pm; 23/12 to 31/12: 10am - 6pm. Free for children under 7. Adults: €12. Children aged 8 to 17 €6.50. Reduced rate : 10 €. Combined visit with the Pont d'Avignon: €14.50, concessions : 11,50 €. Free audioguide. Children welcome (compulsory stroller locker). Guided tour. Gift store. No pets allowed.
Members' reviews on POPE'S PALACE
The ratings and reviews below reflect the subjective opinions of members and not the opinion of The Little Witty.
However, the Samsung tablet that they give you is a little immature. You scan a QR code and you read a little information (there is no sound) and then you are meant to scan the room and watch the screen to see a rendered version of how it used to look, which would be great for kids, but I prefer facts and historical data.
There were many many signs around the castle explaining things, but it was all in French. It's a shame the tablet couldn't be used to scan those information boards and translate into other languages like on Google Translate.
The large grandstand as you enter the exhibition also detracted from the experience, but I am still glad we attended.
There were some amazing artifacts and the Pope's bedroom with it's painted walls and elaborate floor was our favourite part.
There is a nice view from the terrace but its not good enough to make up for the rest.