Holiday in Arles
City in France — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇫🇷
Country
France
Type
City
Best time to travel
April to October
Budget/day
120-200€: Boutique hotel in the old town, Provençal lunch menu, visit to LUMA.
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Marseille (MRS) approx. 1.5h, then 50 min. by TGV or car. Direct TGV from Paris Gare de Lyon in 2.5h.
About Arles
Arles is a city where 2,000 years of history meet vibrant creativity – the impressive Roman buildings are part of the UNESCO World Heritage and the city is inextricably linked to Vincent van Gogh, who created over 300 works here. The majestic amphitheater, where bullfights and concerts still take place today, and the ancient theater testify to the city's former significance as the capital of Gaul. German cultural travelers are thrilled by the mix of antiquity, Van Gogh traces, and the new LUMA Foundation by Frank Gehry, which makes Arles a hotspot for contemporary art. As a gateway to the wild Camargue, the city is also ideally located for excursions to see flamingos and white horses.
Top 4 highlights in Arles
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Amphithéâtre (Arènes)
The impressive Roman amphitheater from the 1st century accommodates 20,000 spectators and offers a grand 360° view over Arles.
LUMA Arles & Frank-Gehry-Turm
The futuristic tower clad in aluminum by star architect Frank Gehry is the new landmark – a cultural center for contemporary art.
Van-Gogh-Rundgang
10 easels in the cityscape mark the places where Van Gogh painted his famous works – from Café de Nuit to the Langlois Bridge.
Thermes de Constantin
The best-preserved Roman baths in Gaul directly on the Rhône showcase the engineering skills of antiquity with underfloor heating and vaults.
Hotels in Arles
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Arles
Recommended travel time
April to October
Summer
Hot and dry, 28-34°C, intense light that fascinated Van Gogh.
Winter
Mild, 5-12°C, the cold Mistral wind can blow, but it brings a bright blue sky.
How much does a holiday in Arles cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
60-90€: Hotel on the outskirts, street cafés, UNESCO monuments with combo ticket.
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
120-200€: Boutique hotel in the old town, Provençal lunch menu, visit to LUMA.
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
300€+: Design hotel in the center, star restaurant, private Camargue tour.
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
The combo ticket 'Monuments Pass' for all Roman sites is significantly cheaper than individual tickets and is valid for several days.
On Saturdays, one of the best and largest markets in Provence takes place along the Boulevard des Lices.
In July, 'Les Rencontres de la Photographie' takes place – one of the most important photography festivals in the world with exhibitions throughout the city.
Arles is the perfect starting point for the Camargue – bike tours through the rice fields and salt lagoons start right outside the city.
Food & drink in Arles
These specialties you must try!
