How do you organise your holidays in Aix-en-Provence?

On the Italian border, at the foot of the Alps and near the Mediterranean, the Côte d'Azur is a dream destination for a break with family, solo or lovers. Are you organizing a vacation in Aix-en-Provence? Discover all our tips and tricks for planning your trip well. 

Vacation in Aix-en-Provence: when to go?

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Like its neighbors Marseille, Aubagne, Martigues or Toulon, Aix-en-Provence is pleasant in any season. 

In spring, the region regains colors and scents. It's time to admire the green landscapes of Sainte-Victoire and the lavender fields! Temperatures allow you to enjoy the outdoors from morning to night, with a beautiful sun and pleasant nights. It is a quiet period in terms of tourism, perfect for organizing a romantic weekend in Aix-en-Provence. 

In summer, Aix comes alive. The terraces of Cours Mirabeau are always full, and the glaciers are stormed! To cool off, there is no shortage of options: 

• the beaches of the Calanques National Park, 45 minutes by car;
• the parks of Aix-en-Provence and their shaded alleys; 
• freshwater swimming in Martigues or Lake Peyrolles.

It is the festival season, including the Aix-en-Provence festival, one of the biggest lyrical events of the summer. 

In autumn, the climate remains mild and the days very sunny. The beaches are empty, but the sea is still warm: a stay in Aix-en-Provence allows you to fill up with light and heat before the first frosts!

Finally, winter offers the opportunity to discover the region in a new light. During the holiday season, local artisans and producers set up their chalets at the Aix-en-Provence Christmas market and many activities are organized for the occasion. 

How to get to Aix-en-Provence?

In the heart of the Bouches du Rhône department, the city is easily accessible. Various solutions are available to you, even with a limited budget.

• By car: the city is very well served by the motorway network (A8, A51 and A7) and departmental network (D9, D7N, D10) due to its proximity to Marseille.
• By train: you can arrive by TER at the Aix-en-Provence train station, located in the city center. A TGV station also allows you to quickly reach the major cities of France but also of Italy. 
• By bus: many companies make the trip to the Aix bus station at low prices.
• By plane: the Aix-en-Provence airport welcomes national and international flights as well as business flights. Only 25 minutes from the city, Marseille Provence airport is also a good option.

The essential activities in Aix and its region 

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Aix-en-Provence and its region are full of unmissable activities that will appeal to visitors from all walks of life. 

• Stroll along the Cours Mirabeau and in the historic center of Aix-en-Provence to discover the vibrant heart of the city. 
• Visit the museums of Aix-en-Provence and admire remarkable art collections ranging from antiquity to modern art, with masterpieces by the greatest masters. In Cézanne's house, you can even visit his workshop!
• Discover the city's emblematic monuments (Saint-Sauveur cathedral, Hôtel de Caumont and its superb gardens, and all the fountains that earned the city its pretty nickname). 
• Get lost in the cobbled streets of the Mazarin district and admire the architecture of the private mansions dating from the 17th and 18th centuries.
• Take a tour of the market and the restaurants of Aix-en-Provence to discover all types of local products and Provencal dishes.
• Take an excursion to the Calanques: their spectacular landscapes of limestone cliffs plunging into turquoise waters are perfect for hiking, climbing or swimming. 
• Explore the perched villages of the Luberon and fall under the charm of their picturesque streets, their colorful markets and the panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Vacations in Aix-en-Provence with children: what to do?

If you plan to visit the region with children, know that there are many things to do in Aix-en-Provence with the family. Between discovering the heritage, fun visits to museums and walks in the heart of nature, you won't see the time pass!

Mountain bike rental, educational farm, planetarium, theme parks… The city has many options for getting some fresh air, exercising and having fun with the family.

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To cool off, head to the beach, the swimming pool or the Pays d'Aix nautical base, a vast leisure area with supervised swimming, beach volleyball courts, picnic tables and playgrounds. Feeling peckish? Take your little gourmets to discover the secrets of making the city's emblematic candy at the calisson museum, or enjoy a delicious homemade ice cream in the city center. 

Where to sleep in Aix-en-Provence?

Are you looking for a rental or a hotel in Provence-Alpes-Côte-d'Azur for your holidays in the south of France?

We offer you various comfortable and well-located accommodation solutions, near the city center, the train station and the airport: 

• B&B HOTEL Aix-en-Provence Pont-de-l'Arc, next to the faculty and the IUT of Aix-Marseille;
• B&B HOTEL Aix-en-Provence le Tholonet, near the Val de l’Arc park; 
• B&B HOTEL Aix-en-Provence Venelles, 5 minutes from the aquatic center;
• B&B HOTEL Aix-en-Provence Meyreuil Sainte-Victoire, at the gates of the Sainte-Victoire mountain.

As in all our hotels in France, you will be received in a double or family room (convenient if you are traveling with friends or children). All B&B HOTELS equipment is included to ensure you the best experience: 

• private bathroom; 
• high-end bedding;
• flat screen television with bouquet of varied channels; 
• free and unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi connection. 

A wide range of extra equipment and services are also available in all our establishments, free or at mini prices. Pets are accepted in your accommodation.

Book your hotel in Aix-en-Provence now for an exceptional price!