Recently restored, the Gardens of the Palace constitute a new attraction for the visitor by opening a space of relaxation and greenery and allow a better understanding of the whole monument.
It is now possible to visit the gardens of the Palace alone (entrance through the Maria Casares courtyard, behind the monument), or to combine their visit with that of the Palace of the Popes and the Pont d'Avignon.
The botanical route
The Gardens of the Palace, once again a place of wandering and meditation, reconnect with their historical vocation: they present an abundant domesticated nature, inspired by the dry gardens particularly adapted to the conditions of this environment, characteristic of Provence. There are thus cistus, white broth, reseda, immortelle, frutescent bupleurum… Plants already present in the region in medieval times, but also lemon trees, pomegranate trees, vines, roses and even artichokes! Access to the gardens is from the terrace of La Roma, facing the east elevation of the Palace. A generous stone bench allows you to sit down and enjoy an exceptional view of the monument. The route is punctuated with explanatory labels that identify each of the species.
Exceptional moments
A drink in the gardens
Sip a drink on a beautiful summer evening in a musical atmosphere, does that tempt you? And why not in the magnificent gardens of the majestic Palais des Papes?
Every Thursday from August 1 to 22, every Thursday from 18:30am to 20:30pm, come (re)discover the wines of the region served by the winegrowers themselves, in an enchanting setting at the foot of the monument.