Top Things to do in Bouches-du-Rhone
Top Hotels in Bouches-du-Rhone
- 1. Aquabella Hotel & Spa
- 2. Hotel La Residence du Vieux Port
- 3. Alex Hotel & Spa
- 4. nhow Marseille
- 5. Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port-MGallery
- 6. Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
- 7. Villa Saint Ange
- 8. Renaissance Aix-en-Provence Hotel
- 9. InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu, an IHG Hotel
- 10. Aquabella Hotel & Spa
10 Ancient Ruins in Bouches-du-Rhone That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Bouches-du-Rhone, France including Oppidum Des Caisses De Jean Jean, Site Archeologique de Glanum, Amphitheatre (les Arenes), Oppidum de Saint-Blaise, Site archeologique de Roquepertuse, Les Alyscamps, Les Antiques, Jardin des Vestiges, Rempart antique, Dolmens des Cudieres a Jouques.
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1. Oppidum Des Caisses De Jean Jean
2. Site Archeologique de Glanum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,405 reviews
At the heart of the magnificent Alpilles mountains, the archaeological site at Glanum features the remains of an important Roman settlement that prospered from the 6th century BC to the third century AD. This fascinating site includes the ruins of both civic and religious edifices and is unique in Provence. Open: > 1st April to 30th September: from 9.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. > 1st October to 31st March: from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 30 minutes before closing time. Closed: > Mondays from 1st October to 31st March. > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 8 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 6,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups
Reviewed By 797tomc - Raleigh, United States
This was my 5th time to visit and I have written other rave reviews, so I will just repeat that this is well-worth a visit if you have any interest in Greek/Roman history and ruins. It is also been interesting to see how Glanum has changed and grown over the last 10 years, since discoveries are on-going. My wife's dream is to come work in the ruins for a few months--if anyone at Glanum reads this and wants another volunteer!!!
3. Amphitheatre (les Arenes)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,291 reviews
Reviewed By Solarbearz
We toured the amphitheatre during a recent visit to Arles. First, it was incredibly impressed from the street, being in such good condition considering its age. Entering the amphitheatre we walked through corridors of beautiful hewn stone that took us back to centuries past. We finally entered the arena and took seats in the cool sun to take it all in. It is in such good condition that it is hard to believe it is so old. The best part was knowing that the amphitheatre is still in use. The arena was set up for bull fights which I wish we could have seen. Provençal fighting bulls don’t end up as hamburger, but instead, the bulls become celebrities in their own right and have quite a fan following until they are retired. We were told that when these bulls finally died of old age they were buried standing up and facing the Mediterranean. I’m planning on doing this with with my hubby if I can outlive him. We were lucky to tour the amphitheatre on a cool day in November when the tourist count was extremely low. The only thing better would have been to arrive on a day when a bull fight was scheduled, as I am sure it is a magnificent event in such an historic setting!
4. Oppidum de Saint-Blaise
5. Site archeologique de Roquepertuse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Roquepertuse is a classified conservation area. You will discover the foundations from the IIIrd century BC and can observe the rocky and notches of houses. (An exhibition is visible in the Tour Musee.) The site of Roquepertuse is opened to the visit all year round. Consult the conditions of access to the massifs on Prefecture’s website.
6. Les Alyscamps
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 455 reviews
Reviewed By PhilFGuildford - Leeds, United Kingdom
Upon arriving in Arles on a day trip from Avignon my immediate focus was on the Arénes d'Arles and Cryptoporticus. Les Alyscamps was just something to tick off on my list and inevitably proved to be the final attraction I visited. Ever since however the site has dominated my reflections on the place. Once among the most famous necropolises in the world, the location is now nothing more than a slightly dusty tree-lined walkway with faded sarcophaguses either side culminating in an empty church. For some, such as the couple who entered just before me and were headed for the exit while I was still reading the information board at the beginning, Les Alyscamps can be seen in about 10 minutes. However anyone that chooses to take their time will find it wholly rewarding. A worthwhile stop off is the old chapel to the left hand side of the site. Many old inscriptions within can still be made out. Also of note is an image showing Vincent Van Gogh’s autumnal 1888 painting of the location; the impact of his stay in Arles can be seen all over the city. The highlight however has to be the church of St. Honoratus at the end of the walkway. The building is empty save for a limited number of stone objects. The concrete walls are bare yet remain in excellent condition and the stain glass windows are perfectly intact. Ultimately with the coos of the resident pigeons creating a haunting echo it becomes rather creepy if you are inside on your own as I was. I had to summon a bit of courage to pass through the short tunnel below. Never before have I encountered a church that is simultaneously so intact from a structural perspective, yet so bare. There are inscriptions in some parts and staring up into a dome-shaped section of the roof one can see faded colours from artwork that once adorned the upper brick section. Overall a visit to Les Alyscamps is all about taking things in gradually and letting your imagination create images of how it may have appeared several centuries ago. The location is a little bit out of the city centre but can be reached on foot; there is a pleasant stretch of water leading to the entrance and nearby I found an abandoned railway line including a tunnel that has been barred to prevent public access. All in all it is a fascinating area. As of April 2019 when I stopped by the attraction was included in the city’s tourist pass that incorporates many other marvellous places such as the Cloitre St-Trophime. I purchased mine at the Arénes d'Arles; they can be obtained at several other points. Suffice to say that this renders the entrance fee extremely affordable.
7. Les Antiques
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 161 reviews
Reviewed By jfjfo - Seaford, United Kingdom
Free, free, free .. Within walking distance from the centre of town (St Remy) .. Interesting history, very atmospheric at night .. Also close to Cloitre St Paul for the Van Gogh experience .. Well worth a visit .. Dogs allowed ...
8. Jardin des Vestiges
9. Rempart antique
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
10. Dolmens des Cudieres a Jouques
Overall Ratings
1.0 based on 1 reviews
