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Avignon Travel Attractions
Avignon is one of the favorite tourist destinations in southern France, located on the banks of the Rhône River about 400 miles SSE of Paris and 50 miles NW of Marseille. Avignon is well recognized for being the French Vatican, the temporary home of the Popes in the 14th century.
World-class architectural buildings, enchanting pedestrian shopping zones, monuments, museums and vibrant nightlife make it ideal destination for tourist. There are lots of places to explore in the wonderful city of Avignon.
The must see attractions are the Pope's Palace, Place du Palais, Place de L'horloge and Musée du Petit Palais. Avignon has active, vibrant and lively nightlife. The Opéra d’Avignon that offers music, dance, theatre and opera performances throughout the entire year, and the well-organized programming draws a wide audience. Eurostar City Breaks are the best way to explore European destinations. You can Book Cheap eurostar tickets to any European Destinations online through Eurostar London to Paris Trains.
Travel to Avignon from London
The most convenient way to get to Avignon is to travel by Eurostar. Eurostar train has becomes lifeline of the people traveling from UK to mainland Europe. The high-speed of 186mph, excellent on-board facilities, short check in process and punctuality make it ideal mode of transport within Europe. The journey through Eurostar is most comfortable and stress free.
It becomes easy to travel to Avignon by Eurostar under one price as Eurostar has tied up with several train operating companies in UK.You simply need to hop on the Eurostar London to Paris Train from London St Pancras International station to Paris Gare Du Nord station and then simply station change at Paris, take high-speed TGV Eurostar official partner to Avignon.
You have to change the station at Paris by taking the RER D to Gare de Lyon where you will find the TGV to Avignon.
Alternatively you can also travel to Avignon via Lille.
You will find direct trains to Avignon from London St Pancras International station during summer season.
The Journey time for London to Avignon Train is around 6.5hr. Eurostar return Fare for Eurostar London to Avignon starts from £119.
Avignon Map