Walled papal city with gothic fortress and riverside charm on the Rhône
Curated by Vinod Kumar Jain & Amit Jain · All Frontier Global · free, no login · reviewed 2026-07-05
Immense gothic fortress-palace once housing the Pope, with 25 rooms and elaborate decorations. Best: March-November
Iconic 12th-century bridge famous from the French song 'Sur le pont d'Avignon'. Best: Year-round
Complete medieval defensive walls encircling the old town with walkways and historic gates. Best: April-October
Fine arts museum in an 18th-century mansion with paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts. Best: Year-round
Renaissance-era Jewish temple with elaborate interior decoration reflecting Papal protection of Jews. Best: April-October