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Aix-en-Provence
France · MRS
Fountains, plane trees, and Cézanne's light.
About
Aix-en-Provence, often known as simply Aix, is a city and commune in southern France, about 30 km (20 mi) north of Marseille. A former capital of Provence, it is the subprefecture of the arrondissement of Aix-en-Provence, in the department of Bouches-du-Rhône, in the region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. The population of Aix-en-Provence is approximately 148,000. Its inhabitants are called Aixois or, less commonly, Aquisextains.
Known for
- dining · excellent
- tranquility · excellent
- architecture · good
- family friendly · good
- hiking · good
Ratings reviewed by a person, not generated.
Weather through the year
- Jan51°F7d wet
- Feb55°F7d wet
- Mar59°F7d wet
- Apr65°F9d wet
- May72°F10d wet
- Jun83°F6d wet
- Jul88°F2d wet
- Aug87°F3d wet
- Sep78°F5d wet
- Oct69°F8d wet
- Nov58°F10d wet
- Dec53°F8d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
The Provençal Food Tour in Aix-en-ProvenceFrom $77 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Luberon Villages Day Trip from Aix en ProvenceFrom $710 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Private Full Day Wine Tour in ProvenceFrom $563 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Visit the Gorges du Verdon, the lavenders (in June) and Moustiers.From $710 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Full day Wine Tour around Luberon from Aix en ProvenceFrom $184 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Aix en Provence Small group Croissant Baking Class with a chefFrom $126 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
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Plan the trip
Fly into Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), about 13 mi away.
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