"An Aix - traordinary City Tour"

A Walking tour of Aix en Provence

The perfect tour if you have a few hours in Aix en Provence and want to get a complete overview of the culture, food and history.

✓ Small Groups (Limited Spaces)
✓ Expert English-speaking Guide
✓ Perfect for families, couples & solo-travelers
✓ Free cancellation up to 48 hours before

From €110 per person

    
 
 
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   Bryan .Durocher 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Benjamin provides a very entertaining and solid tour of downtown Aix. From the history to the markets and architecture he covers a lot of ground.
  
 
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   Sherri Underbrink 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ivan’s gave a wonderful tour of Aix.  It was so interesting and full of history. Ivannna is very personable and we were able to ask all of our questions.
  
 
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   Patricia West 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ivanna was so knowledgeable and gave us a tour full of fun and facts!
  
 
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   Celina Rotea 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had such a hard time deciding between the Historical City Walking Tour and the Market Walking Tour, ultimately deciding on the historical tour. About a week before, Ivanna reached out to ask if I was okay to start the tour earlier due to the forecast of extreme heat and combining the historical and market tours. I was so happy to say yes because it gave me the best of both worlds! Ivanna was friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly thoughtful. She sent a Google Maps pin for the meeting point, used a small picture book to help us visualize what Aix en Provence looked like in the past, and even included a fun trivia game in the cathedral. She answered all of my questions and shared recommendations for places to eat and explore. When another tour I had booked was canceled because of the heat, I ended up booking a train to Avignon. When she found out, she took the time to suggest what I should see there too. Our walking tour ended with a Polaroid photo at the Rotonde Fountain, which was such a thoughtful and personal souvenir she gave us with. I highly recommend Ivanna and would happily book another tour with her if I am ever back in Aix en Provence!
  
 
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   Jennifer Knight 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ivanna led an absolutely engaging well informed tour . I learned so much about history , architecture and entertaining stories about historical figures . She was very conscious of keeping us out of the sun . I would highly recommend her tour !
  
 
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   EB Goodman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ivanna was a wonderful guide for our visit to Aix-en-Provence. She was very knowledgeable and effective at pointing out details that I’m sure we would have missed without her. We would recommend her to anyone visiting this region of France.
  
 
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   Ellyn Weisel 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful tour!
  
 
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   Lawrence Rothenberg 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent, knowledgeable, and caring even on a very hot June day.
  
 
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   sherry dietz 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This tour was fantastic. Although my husband and I had already spent a few days wandering around Aix En Provence, we couldn't put the fountains and beautiful architecture into context. Then the area came alive for us as Ivanna guided us through the same areas, giving us the history as well as many interesting anecdotes about the area and its inhabitants. The time flew by, and we agree that we were extremely fortunate to have gotten Ivanna as our guide.
  
 
  
  
 
 
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2.5 hour tour

Small group pace and
suitable to all ages

Max 12

Small group for a more personal experience

Local Guide

Happy intrepid travellers
with memories for a lifetime

Easy

Most flat streets with some cobblestones and some steps. Option to sit at fountains or benches on the way.

Languages

English, Spanish, French (please check availability when booking)

Meeting Point

Centre of Aix outside the Tourism Office, near the main roundabout and near to Apple store

why is this tour different

You Won't Find This Anywhere Else

Your guide isn’t just trained in history—their family has lived in Provence for 200+ years. You’ll hear stories about the resistance during WWII, meet locals who’ve known your guide since childhood, and discover hidden spots that aren’t in any guidebook because they’re family secrets. This isn’t a script. It’s personal

Licensed, Insured Guides

Local experts with Personal Stories

Family Business

Founded 2022

500+

Five Star Reviews Across Multiple Platforms

Aix Walking Tour Itinerary

Your Day in Aix en Provence

Discover the history and stories about Aix on a Aix Walking Tour

Tourism Office

Quatier Mazarin

Cathedral

Cours Mirabeau

Start - Meet at the Tourism Office

Most people spend a few hours in Aix, follow the crowds in the city centre, just about find the cathedral, and then leave thinking ‘that was pretty’.

On our tour, you’ll spend 2.5 hours discovering why this city has been attracted everyone from Roman Emperors to visionary painters. Your guide doesn’t recite facts—they share stories about the bakery that’s been making calissons since 1870, the fountain where the locals used as swimming pool, the paths walked by Cezanne.

This isn’t a boring, facts-only tour, It’s the complete immersion into the city’s rich culture and history.

Start: Tourism Office, 300 Avenue Giuseppe Verdi
Your guide will be outside holding a folder, with a view of the Rotonde fountain. Bring sunglasses if it’s sunny—this spot gets bright. Tours depart within 10 minutes of start time.

What You'll Discover: Stop by Stop

Tourism Office & La Rotonde Fountain (10 minutes)
Meet your guide outside the Tourism Office with views of the iconic Rotonde fountain. Learn why this 19th-century landmark marks the gateway between old and new Aix.

Cours Mirabeau (10 minutes)
Walk the city’s most famous boulevard, lined with plane trees and cafés. Hear the stories behind the grand mansions and discover which fountain locals never drink from—and why.

Hôtel de Caumont (5 minutes, exterior)
Admire one of Aix’s finest private mansions from the 1700s. Your guide reveals the architectural secrets hidden in plain sight.

Collège Mignet (5 minutes)
Stand where Cézanne and Zola went to school together. Their friendship shaped both their lives—until it dramatically didn’t.

Fontaine des Quatre-Dauphins (5 minutes)
A neighborhood square locals actually use. Learn to read its fountain like locals do.

Église Saint-Jean-de-Malte (10 minutes)
Aix’s first Gothic church holds surprises inside. Your guide knows which details most visitors miss.

Rue d’Italie (10 minutes)
Beyond the tourist map. See where Aixois actually live and shop.

Passage Agard (5 minutes)
A hidden covered passage. These secret shortcuts tell you who designed this city and why.

Place des Prêcheurs (10 minutes)
The market square that feeds Aix. Morning tours experience it alive with vendors; afternoon tours get the stories behind the stalls.

Plus 5 more stops revealing Aix’s cathedral, hidden courtyards, and the spots where Cézanne’s vision took shape.

Ending Points

Finish: Cathédrale Saint-Sauveur
Your guide will show you a map and help you navigate to your next destination, whether that’s lunch, a museum, or your hotel.

Total walking time: 2-3 hours
Pace: Comfortable, with time to stop, look, and ask questions
Terrain: Flat, paved streets through the old town

What's Included in Your Aix Tour

Included in Your Tour Price:

What you're getting for £95

Most tour companies charge €50-80 for similar tours.

Here’s why ours costs more—and why guests say it’s worth it:

✓ Licensed guide (professional)

✓ Maximum 12 guests (most competitors: 20-30)

✓ Photo Memories

✓ Tasters (if available)

✓ No Flags or Loudspeakers

✓ 200+ years local family knowledge

The difference?

You’re paying for a real experience, not to feel like a tourist.

Is This Walking Tour Right for You?

Decide for Yourself

This Tour Is Perfect For:

Multi-Generational Families

A comfortable, engaging Provence day tour designed for grandparents, parents, and teens, with an easy pace, iconic views, and stories that connect every age.

First-Time Visitors to Provence

An ideal introduction to Provence that provides cultural context, local tips, and insider knowledge to enhance the rest of your trip.

Art Lovers & Cezanne Enthusiasts

A must-do Cezanne tour visiting the exact landscapes and sites that inspired his most famous works, guided by expert storytellers.

Travelers with Limited Time

A time-efficient Provence day trip covering multiple iconic destinations in one seamless, stress-free experience.

Photographers Chasing the Light

A photography-friendly Provence tour timed for the best light, viewpoints, and angles in landscapes made famous by Cezanne.

This Tour Is Not For:

Guests with Severe Mobility Limitations

Not ideal for travelers requiring full wheelchair access, as some historic sites include cobblestones, stairs, gravel paths, and inclines.

those looking for a private experience

Not the best fit for shoppers, it’s recommend you take a private tour for more shopping focused experience. Or allowing free time after the tour to do so.

Why This Tour is Aix-traordinary!

(No Surprises)

Small Groups Only
Maximum 12 people (Average 4-6) Your questions get answered. You can actually hear your guide. You can stop at a café or restrooms as necessary.

Guides Who Live Here
They don’t memorize scripts. They share the city they love with people genuinely curious about it. Engage with other locals during the tour. Get key insights to the city and any trending or new hotspots.

The Right Pace
Our tours average 2.5 hours meaning you’re not rushed. You can stop, look, absorb. Ask about that door. Taste that sample. Take the photo properly.

Morning or Afternoon or Evening Options
Choose the light and weather you prefer. Either times reveal different sides of the city. We offer you the flexibility to choose.

A Walking tour of Aix en Provence

2.5 hour tour

Max 12

Local Guide

Easy

Languages

Meeting Point

why is this tour different

You Won't Find This Anywhere Else

Licensed, Insured Guides

Family Business

500+

Aix Walking Tour Itinerary

Your Day in Aix en Provence

Start - Meet at the Tourism Office

What You'll Discover: Stop by Stop

Ending Points

What's Included in Your Aix Tour

Included in Your Tour Price:

What you're getting for £95

Is This Walking Tour Right for You?

This Tour Is Perfect For:

This Tour Is Not For:

Why This Tour is Aix-traordinary!

Frequently Asked Questions

What to expect

What Our Guests Say About Their Day

Client Stories

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