Avignon is a short drive to the north of us, and we decide to take Rick Steves's advice and allot it a half day. Turns out that was another of his spot on recommendations. The big attraction is the Palace of the Popes; we're OD'd on palaces by now and content ourselves with a walk-by.
(Why do popes need palaces anyway?)
Just up a bit is a lovely park where we sit, have a baguette sandwich, and people watch.
This is an odd city. It appears to be very upscale; lots of expensive shops; even more expensive restaurants (hence, the baguette sandwiches); and a disturbing number of homeless people. I think that is more distressing to us than anything else . . . we have seen so little of that on this trip.
One of the charming streets as you enter through the gates into the old town.
A little park in the center of town.
One of the best things about being a tourist in Avignon is the free off-site parking and free navettes that drop you right at the city walls.
Check off Avignon - thanks for the tip Rick!
(Why do popes need palaces anyway?)
This is an odd city. It appears to be very upscale; lots of expensive shops; even more expensive restaurants (hence, the baguette sandwiches); and a disturbing number of homeless people. I think that is more distressing to us than anything else . . . we have seen so little of that on this trip.
A little park in the center of town.
One of the best things about being a tourist in Avignon is the free off-site parking and free navettes that drop you right at the city walls.
Check off Avignon - thanks for the tip Rick!
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