Palais des Papes

Palace Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France

What to expect

The Palais des Papes, located in Avignon, France, is a historic palace that served as the residence of the Pope in the 14th century. It is the largest Gothic palace in the world and features a unique blend of fortress and palace architecture. The palace is adorned with intricate decorations and frescoes by renowned artists such as Simone Martini and Matteo Giovanetti. Visitors can explore the palace's 25 rooms, including the Pope's private chambers, the grand chapel, and the papal library. The palace also offers stunning views of the surrounding city and the Rhone River. With its rich history and stunning architecture, the Palais des Papes is a must-visit destination for families and history enthusiasts alike

Plan your family visit to the Palais des Papes with these blog insights 👇

Lucky escape in Vaucluse: childhood memories and visit to Avignon

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the palace and learned about its history

Highlights: The kids enjoyed the audio guides and the frescoes ✨

Avignon with the kids. A bridge and an adventure in the papal palace!

This family's experience:

Activities: We took a tour of the Papal Palace, using tablets to explore its history

Highlights: The kids loved using the tablets to discover the palace's secrets and play games ✨

Provence with children: travel itinerary on the road

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Palazzo dei Papi in Avignone, exploring its rooms and stairs

Highlights: The kids enjoyed running up and down the stairs, while we enjoyed the palace's history and architecture ✨

A holiday in Provence with a 12-month-old baby

This family's experience:

Activities: Visisted the place using the rando baby backpack that is lent out for free

Highlights: Lent-out baby backpack made it possible to enjoy with baby, very good welcome of their family and nice views ✨

(Tip!) Avignon with kids: 5 family activities!

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Palais des Papes, the largest gothic palace in the world, and received a tablet that provided us with information about the palace. Kids can also use this tablet to search for treasures in the palace

Highlights: The tablet adds tremendous value to the visit to the palace and kids under eight can visit the palace for free ✨