Arles: City of art and history
Arles, located in the South-East of France, is an emblematic historical and tourist city, renowned for its Roman monuments and its annual festivities. It is classified as a City of Art and History and its monuments are included on the World Heritage List.
History and identity
Arles was the bishopric of Hilary of Arles and Caesarius of Arles, and has seen remarkable monuments such as the ancient theater, the arenas and the baths of Constantine. In 2004, an ancient boat was discovered in the Rhône, exhibited at the departmental museum of ancient Arles. In 2007, a marble bust resembling Julius Caesar was discovered, on display in the same museum.
What to see
Roman monuments, annual festivities, and the departmental museum of ancient Arles are main attractions. The Arlesian countryside, the Trébon plain and the Alpilles are distinct natural places.
Understanding the place
To visit Arles, check the accessibility of the sites before leaving. Plan your itinerary based on the festivals and monuments you want to discover.
Where to stay
A hotel in Vieux-Bourg or La Roquette makes it easier to discover the old center on foot. Trinquetaille, on the other bank of the Rhône, constitutes another base; compare distances and river crossings before booking.
Prepare for the visit
Timetables, access conditions and transport may change. Consult the official pages linked from the source before the trip, protect the heritage and leave the entrances to the houses free. Source in local language.