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From March 1st to November 2nd: 09am-19pm
From March 1st to November 2nd: 09am-19pm

1001 ways to discover the Palais des Papes

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Palace + Bridge + Gardens

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Palace + Bridge + Papal Gardens
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Palais des Papes

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25 rooms of the classic route
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Featured Events

OTHONIEL COSMOS or the Ghosts of Love

28 2025 08 June: 00-January 4 2026 17: 00
June 28, 2025 – January 4, 2026 To celebrate the 25th anniversary of its designation as European Capital of Culture and the 30th anniversary of its inclusion in the World Heritage…

Treasure hunt // Intrigue kit in the Palais des Papes

January 1 2025 10: 00-December 31 2025 18: 00
Precious works from the pontifical library have disappeared, help Urban V to unmask the culprit! This game will immerse you in 1367. The Pope himself asks you to carry out the investigation at the Palace, to discover which of the 6 suspects stole these works.

Midnight Souls

August 1, 2025-August 2, 2025
A choreography by Carolyn Carlson assisted by Sara Orselli Friday, August 1st and Saturday, August 2nd, 2025. Two exceptional performances in the Cour d'Honneur of the Palais des Papes in Avignon. Performed by star dancer Hugo Marchand and dancer Caroline Osmont of the Paris Opera, accompanied by Juha Marsalo of the Carolyn Carlson Company. With music by René Aubry and Philip Glass. World premiere in collaboration with the city of Avignon, Avignon Tourisme, and the Avignon Festival.

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Pricing

Different rates are offered, individual, group, family, school, TO - CE. Remember to inquire on the page below.

Palace of the Popes + Pont d'Avignon

€14.50

Palace of the Popes + Gardens

€14.50

Popes' Palace + Avignon Bridge + Gardens

€17

Full price

€12

Child rate (8-17 years old) 

€6.50

Schedule

From January 6 to February 7

10 AM -17:XNUMX PM

School holidays from February 8 to 28, 2025

10 AM -18:XNUMX PM

From March 1 to November 2

09 AM -19:XNUMX PM

From November 3 to December 19

10 AM -17:XNUMX PM

School holidays December 20, 2025 to January 5, 2026

10 AM -18:XNUMX PM

Last access before closing: 1 hour before the Palace – ½ before the Bridge and Gardens

Avignon City Pass

Take advantage of the destination at a low price thanks to a prepaid passport giving access to the main sites of Avignon and Villeneuve lez Avignon for 24 or 48 hours!

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FAQ

Visit to the Palais des Papes: approximately 1h30 – 2h.

The full price is €12, admission is free for children under 8 years old. For more information, please visit the page Pricing.

Due to a large number of steps, visiting the monument is not accessible to people with reduced mobility, however solutions existt, our teams are here to inform you: +04 32 74 32 74 XNUMX 

Practical information.

At the Palais des Papes, you must leave your stroller in a locker. A baby carrier will be loaned to you free of charge.

At the Palais des Papes, animals are prohibited (except guide dogs).

Yes, with the exception of the rooms with painted decorations, which are very fragile: Pope's Room, Deer's Room, St Martial Chapel.

It is valid from the same day until the next day, with only one entry per site.

Family rates apply to the Palace + Bridge combined ticket. The ticket is free for all children under 8 years old.
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For all your group requests (20 people or more), please contact the Receptive Group Service:

By email : groupreservation@avignon-tourisme.com

By telephone: +33 (0)4 90 27 50 50

The Palais des Papes is open every day of the year.

It is not mandatory to book in advance, but we recommend that you do. To make a reservation, please go to this page.

During your visit, you can leave your luggage at the monument's locker room, which is free and monitored.

At the Palais des Papes, the Histopad is free and available in 7 languages ​​(FR GB ITA ALL JAP ESP). It is given to children aged 8 and over.

A queue cut-out has been put in place. However, due to the Vigipirate plan, you are required to go through the baggage check area.

No because it is not a national monument. The monument is however free for Avignon residents every Sunday except July/August, with proof of less than 3 months and ID.

No, because the Palais des Papes and the Pont d'Avignon are not national monuments. On the other hand, a reduced rate is offered to teachers accompanying school groups of 20 or more students.

Yes, directly on site. Other means of payment: cash, check, credit card, Amex, voucher (online or telephone payment) and order form for groups

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This Saturday, June 7, the Gardens of the Palais des Papes come alive with the 3rd edition of “Sous la Roma”! The heart of the event? Sensory workshops led by enthusiasts: plant creations, crafts, experiences around touch, smell, taste… A program designed to awaken the 5 senses, in an exceptional setting. From 11 a.m. to 14 p.m., the chefs of Les Halles d'Avignon 👨‍🍳 cook live with the products of the papal gardens: a gourmet and authentic moment not to be missed. And from 18 p.m., it's time for the tasting of the wines* of the Château des Coccinelles🍷, with music by David Rey (Latin pop). 🎟️ Single ticket €5 / Reduced €3 / Free for under-8s, Avignon residents and PRMs. ➡ Reservations required: https://shorturl.at/BheMO * Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health. Drink responsibly. © OTresson Avignon Tourisme
In 2022, the Palais des Papes hosted "Amazônia," a sumptuous photography exhibition by the great Sebastiao Salgado. Today, we remember his wife Lelia, his sons, and this Brazilian land he spoke of with such passion and ardently defended.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ‼️ Due to the preparation of numerous cultural events, and to preserve your experience of discovering the monument, the Palais des Papes is adapting its opening hours for the next few days: ➡May 21: open from 9 a.m. to 14 p.m. ➡May 22: closed ➡May 23: open from 12 p.m. to 19 p.m. Thank you for your understanding. 📸© Shu T.
AVIGNON, THE OTHER ROME 🔎 When a pope dies in Avignon... In Avignon too, the death of a pope triggered immediate turmoil: official mourning, precise rites, but also tensions over the succession. And when the papal seat was vacant, the Palace held its breath! 📸© F.Mariotti
AVIGNON, THE OTHER ROME 🔎 The room where everything was decided…. the Conclave "The Guest Wing" was called the "Conclave Wing" from 1342. We know that the open arches between the Tinel and the Parement on one side and the Guest Wing on the other date from the death of Benedict XII in 1342. The conclaves were organized for the election of Clement VI, Urban V, Innocent VI and Gregory XI. Each conclave gave rise to numerous works to arrange the spaces allocated to the cardinal electors. Today, the Conclave Hall is one of the most impressive spaces in the Congress Center, since its rehabilitation by the architect Jean Sonnier in 1974! 📸© E.Larue
AVIGNON, THE OTHER ROME 🔎 Nine popes...one palace! Nine of them reigned from Avignon. Nine popes shaped the city, built a palace... Did you know that some didn't even agree on who was the true pope? The result was an era divided between grandeur and rivalries, which the monument continues to tell! 📸© C.Aubry G.Quittard Avignon Town Hall
AVIGNON THE OTHER ROME When the Popes left Rome... for Avignon! While all eyes are on Rome, another city deserves our attention: Avignon. Did you know that for nearly 70 years, the heart of Christianity beat here within the walls of the Palais des Papes? An unforgettable era when Avignon was the spiritual capital of the world. 📸© Empreintes d'ailleurs F.Dahm
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Due to the organization of an event, the Cuisine Haute du Grand Tinel will be exceptionally closed on Thursday, June 5 from 14 p.m.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

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