Avignon
Pont d'Avignon (Saint-Bénezet)
Tourist service in Avignon :
A visit to this UNESCO World Heritage site provides a wonderful introduction to the history of the city. The story of the bridge is closely linked to the life of the Papacy during the Middle Ages; it was part of the pilgrimage route between Spain and Italy, a control centre for waterway traffic and toll bridge … until it’s demolition during the 17th century.Touchscreen tablets in French and English offer a lively guided tour of the monument, taking you through its chequered history.
Audio guides available in 11 languages, with a special audio guide designed for 8-16 year olds.
Free entry for under 8s. FAMILY rate for “Palace + Bridge ” ticket/2 adults + 1 child.
The multimedia apps can also be downloaded to smartphones or tablets from AppStore and Google Play, or at a special terminal in the entrance area of the Pont d'Avignon (subject to modifications).
Equipment
- Bicycle parking
- Coach parking
- Parking nearby
- Car park
- Lift
- Toilets
Services
- Pets welcome
- Guided tours
Dates and times
From 03/04 to 01/11/2026 daily between 9 am and 7 pm.
Checkouts close 30 minutes before.
Due to the Handi-Pont raid, the monument will be exceptionally closed to the public on Friday June 6 from 1pm to 3pm.
From 02/11 to 18/12/2026 daily between 10 am and 5 pm.
From 19/12 to 31/12/2026 daily between 10 am and 6 pm.
Languages spoken
- Italian
- Dutch
- Japanese
- Polish
- Portuguese
- German
- English
- Chinese
- Spanish
- French
- Russian
Prices
From 01/01/2025 to 31/07/2026
Full price: 5 €
Reduced price: 4 €.
From 01/08 to 31/12/2026
Full price: 6 €
Reduced price: 5 €.
THROUGH JULY 31:
Free Admission (proof of eligibility will be required during ticket inspection): for children under 8, holders of a Mobility, Inclusion, and Disability Card (CMI) and one accompanying person (proof of eligibility required), for residents of Avignon and Montfavet every Sunday upon presentation of proof of residence and a form of identification (Note that an ID card does not constitute proof of residence), for museum docents, journalists, holders of a France Travail card (job seekers and RSA recipients), and Avignon residents under 26 years of age who hold a “Pass Culture” card issued by the Avignon City Hall
Palace + Bridge Admission Rates: Full price €17 / Reduced price €13 / Children (ages 8–17) €9.50
FAMILY TICKET for the Palais des Papes + Avignon Bridge
2 adults + 1 child: €43.50
2 adults + 2 children: €53, free admission for the 3rd child and beyond (under 18).
EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2026:
Free admission (proof of eligibility will be required during ticket inspection) for children under 10, holders of a Mobility Inclusion Disability Card (CMI), and one accompanying person (proof of eligibility required), for residents of Avignon and Montfavet every Saturday, Sunday, and holiday upon presentation of proof of residence and a valid ID (Note: an ID card does not constitute proof of residence), for museum docents, journalists, holders of a France Travail card (job seekers and RSA recipients), and Avignon residents under 26 years of age who hold a “Pass Culture” card issued by the Avignon City Hall.
Admission prices for the Palais and the Avignon Bridge: full price €19.50 / reduced price €16 / children (ages 10–17): €12.
Audio guide included in the admission price.
Methods of payment
- Check
- American Express
- Bank/credit card
- Cash
- Travellers Cheque
Contact
Pont d'Avignon (Saint-Bénezet)Boulevard du Rhône
84000 Avignon
E-Mail : Afficher le mail officetourisme@avignon-tourisme.com
Website : https://www.avignon-pont.com
Coordinates
Longitude : 4.805615Latitude : 43.953098
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