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Head to the Avenue de la Rabasse in Richerenches for the famous Saturday truffle markets, which take place from November to March every year.

Read our Provence markets page to find out which market to visit when in Provence. From the vibrant array of local produce to the delightful scent of freshly baked delicacies, visiting a Provencal market is an absolute must for anyone exploring the charms of Provence.

The Fête de la Musique is a celebration that takes place every summer solstice on 21 June in cities, towns and villages across France.

Exceptional locations around France, including Provence, will be open to visit on the Journées du Patrimoine - a European wide event inspired by by France’s Journées Portes Ouvertes which started in 1984.

Museum charting the history of transport in the area, with lots of old vehicles to look at. Located in an old rail warehouse in Breil.

Finally visitors will be able to experience the cave paintings of the Grotte Chauvet in the state of the art replica that has been created by artists and builders.

This is a rock cut settlement above the present day village of La Garde, which was where the original inhabitants lived.

Orange boasts the best preserved Roman Amphitheatre in the western world.

The Musee des Tapisseries houses a rich collection of 17th and 18th Century tapestries, including a collection called 'Grotesques' - theatrical taspestrie made in Beauvais cir. 1689, and also 'L'histoire de Don Quichotte' of 1735 unique in the world.

Created in 1919, this museum is located inside a former townhouse, the Hôtel Mistral de Montdragon, which dates from the Renaissance period and is classified as an historical landmark.

Small restaurant where you will never eat the same thing twice. Their menu is solely based on what good fresh ingredients the local market has to offer in the mornings. 

The Cote Sud has a charming sophisticated interior and includes a lovely terrace where you can enjoy your food when the weather is warm enough. 

This Michelin starred restaurant is situated on the outskirts of Tourtour and specialise in truffle dishes.

Le Temps de Vivre is situated in the little hamlet of Les Farjons just down the road from Uchaux.

This organic Michelin starred restaurant is situated just 12km outside Arles on the road to Sambuc and is run by the chef Armand Arnal. 

Located right in the centre of Avignon on a well known shopping street is La Cour d'Honneur.

The Scat Club plays live music every night, and not just jazz the club plays pop, rock, funk and R'n'B.

This place is a bar, restaurant and tabac all rolled into one, on the side of the river in the centre of Isle de la Sorgue. 

With a varied musical line-up, Bokao's combines good fun and great music.

This small bar has a nice seating area outside next to one of Aix's many fountains and it catches the sun late into the evening. 

The Mistral is Aix-en-Provence's answer to those looking for a trendy night out listening to the latest DJ's.

This bar is located in the centre of Saint Remy de Provence. It has a good selection of wines by the glass, as well as bottles and champagne. They even serve charcuterie and cheese plates.

Aqualand in St Cyr Sur Mer offer you 11 wicked slides in a great park environment with drinks, food, and shops for you to enjoy.

This is probably the most family orientated waterpark on the Cote d'Azur. With several friendly slides, a fun pool, food and drinks, ice creams, and shopping all at hand.

Waterpark complex that contains a lagoon, 25m pool, whirlpool basin, waterslides for children and adults, cascades of water, rivers, paddling pools and much more.

In the depths of the Drôme countryside in the French Provence, this 5 Star Residential Campsite comes complete with an entirely heated Aquatic Complex, which is open to the public.

With numerous slides, including the King Cobra - unique is western Europe - this is the largest waterpark on the Cote d'Azur! Inludes a rest area, show area, clockroom, fast food, grill and pizzeria, ice creams, drinks, and shop.

This huge waterpark covers an area of 4.7 hectares and includes a surf simulator, waterslides and a river feature called river land.

For those looking for an adrenalin rush, Nice Rafting is the place to go to!

Located on the Route de Nice, close to the city centre, the waters of Ferréols has free parking and is accessible by public transport or by bicycle through a cycle track.

Bonde Lake is situated in the heart of the Luberon and offers activities and relaxation for all the family.

Cable park on Lake Rabinon (5 hectares) where you can water ski, knee board, and wake board.

This company offers a 2 hour river descent from Isle sur la Sorgue to Fontain de Vaucluse in canoes.

A really fabulous lake with excellent leisure facilities and watersports.

Le Mas Malhana is a beautiful ancient stonehouse, perfectly renovated, ideal to spend your holidays in the heart of the Alpilles.

Luxury villa for 10 people with tennis court, swimming pool, putting green

Located in the Residence Provence Country Club in the heart of the Luberon mountain range, this apartment enjoys a serene and tranquil atmosphere with close proximity to all the sites and attractions of this area of the South of France. An ideal location for nature and golf lovers.

Welcome to La Colline, a stunning villa built from honey-colored local stone, nestled among Provençal vineyards with breathtaking views of Mont Ventoux and the distant hilltop villages. The villa offers a peaceful setting, perfect for spending a summer day by the swimming pool, accompanied only by the gentle song of the cicadas.

Superb 5-bedroom villa with swimming pool, ideal for 10 people, 5 minutes from the sea

This charming stone farmhouse is located in the heart of Luberon, near the must-see villages, and has been carefully restored.

In the heart of the Luberon National Park, a beautiful and charming B&B welcomes you for a relaxing stay.

This is a small luxury hotel offering 28 rooms in the wonderful countryside of the Luberon, with its own vineyard.

A five star hotel with 33 bedrooms and seven suites in the heart of beautiful Luberon. Les Bories sits in eight hectares of gardens and grounds and is close to the famous village of Gordes.

Located in the Luberon region in the heart of Provence this charming hotel sits in grounds of 6000m2. 

A beautiful hotel situated between the lovely villages of Roussillon and Gordes. The charming old stone farmhouse hides 24 elegant bedrooms and suites, some of which have private pools.

A partnership between those in charge at l’Occitane (natural beauty products) and professionals working in the hotel and spa sectors.

Provençal Villa with Panoramic Views on the Heights of Gassin

Exquisite and exclusive new development of ski-in, ski out chalet-style apartments

Unique waterfront location for this villa, just minutes from the center of Sainte-Maxime.

Rarely available Savoyard chalet in an elevated position with far reaching viewings over Val d'Isère

Exceptional Property with Sea View and Pool in Saint-Tropez

A first and second floor apartment in a brand new development in the heart of Le Fornet