Palace of the Popes & Pont d’Avignon: Entry Ticket at Palais Des Papes

Palace of the Popes & Pont d'Avignon Tickets

Two of France's most significant medieval landmarks await your exploration in Avignon. The Palace of the Popes tickets grant you access to Europe's largest Gothic palace, where nine popes held court during the 14th century when Avignon rivalled Rome as the centre of Christian power. This colossal fortress-palace combines with the legendary Pont d'Avignon to tell the complete story of this remarkable city.

Your ticket includes the innovative Histopad guide, which transforms these ancient stones into living history through 3D reconstructions and interactive storytelling. Walk through the palace's ceremonial halls, private papal apartments, and decorated chapels whilst the Histopad reveals how these spaces looked during their golden age. The famous bridge, officially Pont Saint-Bénézet, stretches partially across the River Rhône and offers panoramic views over Avignon's historic centre.

Highlights

• Explore Europe's largest medieval Gothic palace, once home to nine popes
• Walk across the legendary Pont d'Avignon and enjoy views over the River Rhône
• Use the Histopad guide for 3D visualisations and historical reconstructions in seven languages
• Discover the palace's ceremonial rooms, private chapels, and papal apartments
• Learn how Avignon became the rival seat of Christianity in the 14th century
• Experience the gardens within the palace walls (if garden option selected)

Plan Your Visit to Palace of the Popes & Pont d'Avignon

Both attractions open daily from 9:00am to 7:00pm, giving you flexibility to explore at your own pace. The Histopad guide operates in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese and Japanese, though you'll need to bring your own earphones. Allow at least three hours to thoroughly explore both the palace and bridge, with additional time if you've selected garden access.

The palace sits in Avignon's historic centre, easily reached on foot from the main railway station or by local bus. Neither site offers full wheelchair accessibility due to their medieval construction. For a complete day exploring Avignon's heritage, consider combining your visit with Avignon's historic walking tours or venture beyond the city walls to discover the ancient Roman engineering of Pont du Gard.