Avignon has been an attraction for visitors who want to experience special moments, connect with history, and re-energize their systems. On arrival at Avignon Airport, visitors are welcomed by prompt car hire services that want them to enjoy all the time in the great city. The staff of the rental vehicles firms will brief clients about the great city and even recommend some great places to visit. For greater enjoyment, here are enthralling scenes that every visitor should visit.
The Palais des Popes
This scenic palace helps people understand the immense powers that papacy held in Middle Ages. It was one of the most crucial monuments for Christians in fifteenth century especially in Europe after Pope Clement 4 transferred papal court to Avignon.
- Visitors can tour inside the palace of 25 rooms. Though some renovations have been done, one is sure of getting a medieval feeling from designs of the doors, staircases, chapels, and bedrooms.
- At the ground floor, visitors get Saint John Chapel with decorations by Matteo Govanetti are. Do not forget to also sample expensive artwork depicting Sybils and pope. Most of the artwork is done using ornate grisaille.
- On the 1st floor, the must see areas include banqueting rooms and consistory area that allow visitors get clear imagination of great occasions that were held in the palace. Remember to take many photos to show friends after leaving the site.
Pont Saint Benezet
This iconic site is within a short drive on your rental car from Avignon Airport. Benezet established the site after being instructed by angles to put up a bridge. The bridge is 900 meters long across river Rhone and was a major transport route in the eighteenth century. Currently, it is in ruins and not used as a bridge. It is however, accessible for touristic viewing.
Cathédrale Notre-Dame-des-Doms
Most rent-a-car firms operating from Avignon Airport recommend this cathedral for people who want to enjoy special Romanesque serenity. Visitors enjoy frescoes remains designed by Martin Simone, 12th century marble chairs used by bishops, and gothic John XXI monument. Space design, silver sculptures and wall paintings are known for their great influence on people’s lives.
Rocher des Doms
This park is a perfect walk away where visitors walk on the rocky pormotov to get a picturesque view of Avignon. Rental car firms suggest that visitors go to this place last before departing at Avignon Airport. Taking a leisurely walk on the lovely gardens will help you reflect the greatness of Avignon and even plan to come back in future. For greater enjoyment, purpose to use our car hire services after arrival and every minute will be unforgettable.