Discover the museums of Avignon
Published on 11/03/2025 by CAMPASUN
Avignon is not limited to its famous Palais des Papes. The city is full of fascinating museums that will delight lovers of art and history. Classical painting, contemporary art or Provencal heritage, the museums of Avignon offer a unique cultural immersion. And to extend your stay in the region, our campsites of Vaucluse welcome you in a natural and friendly setting.
Avignon, a city of history and culture
Ancient city of the Popes, Avignon seduced by its rich heritage. Between its medieval ramparts, its famous Pont Saint-Bénézet and its theatre festival, the city is a must in Provence. Its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to architectural and artistic treasures. Stroll through its lively alleys, enjoy the Provencal markets and discover its many museums offer a unique experience combining tradition and modernity.
Le Musée du Petit Palais
Located a stone’s throw from the Palais des Papes, this Avignon museum houses an impressive collection of paintings and sculptures from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. There are works by Botticelli, Carpaccio or Giovanni di Paolo. This museum is a true treasure for lovers of religious art and art history.
Address : Palais des archevêques, Place du Palais, 84000 Avignon
Le Musée Calvet
This Avignon museum, housed in a sumptuous 18th century mansion, offers a rich collection of paintings, sculptures and art objects ranging from antiquity to the 19th century. Among the artists on display are Géricault, Soutine and Camille Claudel. It offers a fascinating immersion in the history of art through the ages.
Address : 65 Rue Joseph Vernet, 84000 Avignon
Le Palais du Roure
Former aristocratic residence, this museum is dedicated to the traditions and heritage of Provence. You will discover ethnographic objects, manuscripts and historical documents highlighting the history and culture of Provence.
Address : 3 Rue Collège du Roure, 84000 Avignon
Le Musée Angladon
This museum in Avignon, located in an 18th century mansion, has an exceptional private collection with works by Van Gogh, Cézanne, Picasso, Modigliani and many others. It is an ideal place for modern and impressionist art lovers.
Address : 5 Rue Laboureur, 84000 Avignon
Le Musée Louis Vouland
Specializing in the decorative arts of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, this Avignon museum is a gem for lovers of furniture, ceramics and art objects. It offers a dive into the elegance and refinement of period interiors.
Address : 17 Rue Victor Hugo, 84000 Avignon
Le Musée Requien
If you are passionate about natural sciences, this museum in Avignon is for you! It offers an extensive collection of fossils, minerals and naturalized animals, offering a captivating view on the biodiversity of the region.
Address : 67 Rue Joseph Vernet, 84000 Avignon
Stay at our campsites in the Vaucluse
After a day full of discoveries in the museums of Avignon, enjoy a stay in the open air at one of our campsites in Vaucluse. Combining comfort and nature, they are perfect to recharge your batteries.
- Camping Étang de la Bonde: Located by a lake, this campsite is perfect for nature lovers and water sports. Enjoy a peaceful setting and comfortable accommodation for a relaxing stay.
- Camping les Hautes Prairies: Located just 800 meters from Lourmarin, this campsite is the ideal place for a stay in nature. Enjoy its water park with heated pool and slides, comfortable accommodation and a multitude of activities for the whole family. Between relaxation and discoveries, come and spend an unforgettable holiday in the Luberon!
Avignon, with its fascinating museums and rich heritage, is an ideal destination for lovers of art, history and culture. After a day exploring its treasures, there is nothing like recharging your batteries at one of our campsites in the Vaucluse, where nature and comfort meet. Then, let yourself be seduced by the beauty of the region and its many cultural discoveries, and treat yourself to an unforgettable stay.
