Welcome to Provence, a region of light, art, and sweet living. Whether you are visiting for a long weekend or a summer holiday, our holiday apartments in the center of Aix-en-Provence are the ideal base to explore the region at your own pace.
Explore Aix-en-Provence: Elegance & French Art de Vivre
Stroll under the shade of the plane trees on the Cours Mirabeau, explore the charming paved streets of the historic center, and discover colorful markets packed with local produce. With sunny terraces, renowned museums, and specialty coffee shops, Aix-en-Provence is best experienced on foot.
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Around Aix: Breathtaking Nature & Hilltop Villages
Just a short drive from the city, Provence reveals its iconic landscapes: • Sainte-Victoire Mountain: A hiker’s paradise and Paul Cézanne’s main source of inspiration. • The Luberon Region: Famous hilltop villages like Gordes, Roussillon, and Lourmarin. • The Calanques of Cassis: Majestic limestone cliffs and turquoise waters less than an hour away.
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Preparing your stay in Aix-en-Provence: frequently asked questions
Duration and organization of the stay
Two days are enough to discover the main highlights of Aix-en-Provence: the Cours Mirabeau, the historic center, the fountains, the markets, and a few cultural sites.
To fully enjoy the gentle Aix lifestyle, a stay of four to seven days is even more pleasant. You can take the time to discover the cafes, markets, museums, city neighborhoods, and plan day trips around Aix, with or without a car.
Yes, absolutely. The historic center is compact and very easy to explore on foot. For a stay centered around Aix (a weekend or several days), a car is not necessary, especially if you are staying in the center.
Traveling without a car? Discover why Aix is the ideal base:
Discovering Provence without a car: Why you should drop your bags in Aix-en-Provence.
Three areas are particularly well-suited, whether you are coming for a weekend or a longer stay:
Historic Center / Old Aix Narrow streets, fountains, restaurants, guaranteed atmosphere. Ideal for a first-time discovery and to be right in the heart of the action.
Mazarin District More chic and quiet, private mansions, museums. Perfect if you are looking for a bit of tranquility without leaving the center, especially for a multi-day stay or for remote work.
Around Cours Mirabeau Very central, emblematic, perfect for a first stay. You are two minutes away from the cafes, fountains, and main pedestrian streets.
Our charming apartments are located in these neighborhoods, ensuring you are within a 5-minute walk of the markets, cafes, and fountains, whether you stay for 2 days or a week.
See our available apartments for your stay in Aix.
Discovering Aix-en-Provence & its surroundings
Walks, fountains, squares: free.
Must-see itinerary:
The fountains of Aix-en-Provence: the essential refreshing walk.
Museums and cultural sites: paid admission, but reasonable (Granet Museum, Hôtel de Caumont, etc.).
The must-see museums
Refreshment break / swimming pool (in season): depending on the venue (consumption, admission, relaxing day).
Our tips:
Special Pool: Where to Cool Off & Lunch in Aix-en-Provence?
The fountains walk is the perfect activity for a stay, short or long:
Easy walking route through the historic center.
Discovery of iconic squares, narrow streets, and water features.
Ideal for families, couples, or friends, and easy to repeat over several days by varying the routes.
Detailed itinerary here:
The fountains of Aix-en-Provence: the essential refreshing walk.
Yes. From Aix, you can easily plan, for a weekend or a longer stay:
A half-day at Sainte-Victoire (bus + walking).
A visit to a nearby village by Zou! bus.
A day trip to Marseille (bus or TER train) for the sea and the Old Port.
All practical details are in:
Discovering Provence without a car: Why you should drop your bags in Aix-en-Provence.
When to come to Aix?
Spring, from April to June, is a very pleasant time to visit Aix-en-Provence: temperatures are mild, towns and villages are in bloom, and the markets are lively. Early autumn, in September and October, also offers beautiful light, still pleasant temperatures, and generally lower crowds than in the middle of summer.
If you struggle with heat or heavy crowds, avoid peak summer in July and August if possible. Also, remember to check the dates of major festivals and events if you are looking for a quiet stay.
Aix-en-Provence is accessible by train via the Aix-en-Provence TGV station, located outside the center, or via the Aix-en-Provence Centre station, depending on where you are coming from. You can also arrive via Marseille-Provence Airport, then reach Aix by train, bus, or taxi.
Driving is possible, but not essential for visiting Aix. If you come by car, opt for a peripheral parking lot or a park-and-ride. Once settled in a downtown apartment, you can walk to the markets, cafes, fountains, restaurants, and museums.
The budget depends on the length of the stay, the season, and the type of accommodation chosen. To reduce expenses, you can have some breakfasts in your apartment, take advantage of the markets to prepare lunch or a picnic, and focus on walks, squares, and fountains, which are freely accessible.
Then, plan for a variable budget for cafes, brunches, restaurants, museums, and activities. A 4 to 7-day stay also allows you to better distribute expenses and enjoy a more relaxed pace without multiplying paid activities every day.
