Staying in the town of Arles in France
During your visit to Arles, you will discover Roman and Romanesque treasures such as the Amphitheater (The Arenas), the Ancient Theater, the Cryptoporticus, the Thermae of Constantine, the Roman Walls, the Alyscamps Necropolis, and the Saint-Trophime Church and Cloister. These iconic landmarks testify to the fascinating history of this Provençal city, which was once a major center of the Roman Empire.
Arles is also the hub for the Rencontres de la Photographie (Arles Photo Festival), which turns the city into an open-air museum every July, attracting some of the biggest names in contemporary photography. Modern culture is further celebrated at Luma, an art center designed by Frank Gehry, at the Vincent van Gogh Foundation, and the Lee Ufan Foundation.
Arles is also a city to savor Provençal gastronomy, wander through historic streets, and explore the wild landscapes of the Camargue. Less than an hourâs drive from Marseille or NĂźmes, youâre already in Arles for a unique experience blending history, art, and modernity.
Agenda June/ July 2025
- LUMA Arles / Exhibition: âSensing the Future: Experiments in Art and Technology (E.A.T.)â Until July 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Closed on Tuesdays. - Sigmar Polke: Sous les pavés, la terre. This exhibition is dedicated to Sigmar Polke, a key artistic figure of the 20th century. Van Gogh Foundation until June 30, 2025
- Fashion and Costume Museum - Fragonard opening July 6, 2025!
- Get ready for Les Rencontres dâArles 2025! From July 7 to 13, the opening week brings Arles to life with bold photography, powerful stories, and unforgettable encounters.
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A week of exhibitions, parties, open-air screenings, and inspiring conversations â Arles is calling!