Visit Atelier Cézanne
North Aix 1.5 hrs
Explore the preserved studio where Paul Cézanne created many of his masterpieces.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Mediterranean
Languages
French and English
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
4 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Old Town
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, small amounts for good service.
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
70 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Calissons d'Aix
Tapenade
Rosé Wine
Navettes de Marseille
When to visit Aix en Provence
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan15
Cool, quiet
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Feb20
Chilly, pre-spring
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Mar40
Mild, blooming
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Apr65
Pleasant, fresh
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May80
Warm, vibrant
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Jun90
Hot, sunny
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Jul95
Very hot, peak
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Aug90
Hot, crowded
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Sept80
Warm, harvest
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Oct60
Mild, autumn
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Nov35
Cool, calm
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Dec25
Chilly, festive
Things to do in Aix en Provence
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
3 places
Browse the Provençal Markets
Old Town 3 hrs
Immerse yourself in local produce, crafts, and flavors at the vibrant daily and weekly markets.
Day trip to Mont Sainte-Victoire
Outskirts 4 hrs
Hike or admire the iconic mountain that inspired Paul Cézanne's famous landscape paintings.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Explore the Mazarin Quarter
Mazarin Quarter 2 hrs
Wander through elegant 17th-century streets, discovering private mansions and charming squares.
Discover the Granet Museum
Mazarin Quarter 2 hrs
View a diverse collection of art, from ancient sculptures to modern paintings, including Cézanne works.
Any time of day
2 places
Stroll along Cours Mirabeau
City Center 2 hrs
Admire the plane trees and elegant mansions lining Aix's most famous boulevard.
Taste Calissons d'Aix
Old Town 1 hr
Savor the iconic almond-shaped confectionery, a sweet symbol of Aix-en-Provence.
Practical ratings
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Near Aix en Provence
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