Discover and book the top Provence sights
Acquired in 2001 the Commanderie de Peyrassol, an old Knights Templar staging post, is now one of the outstanding vineyards of Provence. Its reds, whites and rosés are to be found in the finest dining establishments in France and throughout the world.
Located in a gorgeous 18th century building int eh centre of Avignon, this museum's mission is to share with the public the wonderful collection of paintings and furniture inherited from the couturier Jacques Doucet (1853-1929).
Just outside the village of Gordes lies the archaeological remains of a Bronze age village. The Village des Bories dates back to around 2000BC. You can still see ancient sheep pens, stone beehive houses (bories) and bread ovens.
This museum (Musée des civilisations de l’Europe et de la Méditerranée — MuCEM) showcases civilisations in the Mediterranean in the twenty first century, and has been developed by the French Ministry of Culture and Communication.
Located in the heart of Arles the Museon Arlaten is really the 'Museum of Arles' itself. The museum was the initiative of the great local poet Frederic Mistral (1830-1914), it presents a all encompassing view of Provence from the end of the 18th Century up to today.
Learn about the French defences from the Germans and the strategic position of this fort in the battle for Nice in World War two.
This museum houses a collection of around 250 chandeliers and a large library and collection of photos dedicated to these wonderful pieces of art.
This wine museum situated just outside of Ansouis is a must for all wine lovers, and a fascinating for all amateurs.
A few months before his death in 1955, artist Fernand Léger acquired a farmhouse at the foot of the village of Biot. It was here that his widow Nadia Leger, decided to create a museum to honour him and showcase his life's work.
An opportunity to discover Salon's heritage and view the work of contemporary artists in the regular exhibitions held at the Château.
The Calvet Museum today houses works of art from the 16th to 20th century, and holds innumerable collections donated or bequeathed by patrons, art lovers and collectors, such as Baron de Montfaucon, Esprit Requien, Noël Biret, the Montlaur family, and recently Marcel Puech.
The tour will tell you the fascinating story of soap in Provence, which starts in the Middle Ages.
Originally founded in 1882, this family run business making traditional Scourtins survives to this day.
From cultivation right through to the essential oil, come here and discover the journey of a plant whose fragrance and many virtues have been our childhood companions!
Guided tours of the facilities via the stages of fabrication and an walk through the history of the brand.
The Collection Lambert is a wonderful gallery featuring modern art from the 1960's.
A small gallery with a good collection of contemporary and modern art.
The building itself has been protected as a historic monument since 1979 and is worth the journey just for that, let alone the art works inside.