Walking Tours in Provence: 11 to Choose Between

1.Marseille: Half-Day City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 273 reviews · 4 hours · from $58Our pick

Join Charles for a four-hour, small-group walk through Marseille’s old quarters, harbor, hilltop basilica, fishing port, and seaside sights. The route covers about 9 kilometers, includes a short ferry ride, and uses narrow streets, hills, and steps. English and French tours are limited to eight people.

“All perfect … knowledge about history and city development impressive … learnt a lot … highly recommended”

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2.Hiking Adventure in Van Gogh’s Footsteps with 6 miles walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 239 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $96

Meet Victor at Gare du Nord for a small-group walk through the countryside and villages around Auvers-sur-Oise. Over roughly 6 to 8 miles, you’ll see Van Gogh’s lodging, painting sites, the church from his famous work, and his grave. Bring lunch, 1.5 liters of water, sturdy shoes, and enough energy for a brisk pace.

“Victor was an excellent guide and enjoyed the hike and stories about Vincent Van Gogh. We learned so much today about Van Gogh’s life and work.”

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3.Boat walk in Sete on the singular island 1 hour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 212 reviews · from $23Best value

Spend one hour on Sète’s canals aboard the 12-passenger Narwhal SP 900. A French-speaking captain, including Antoine on many outings, points out historic buildings, typical neighborhoods, colorful homes, and local life. The small boat offers a personal view of Sète for $23 per person, with free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.

“Superbe sortie beau temps Antoine au top un personnage typique de la région . À très bien raconté l histoire de sete et la sortie en zodiaque grosses poussées d adrénaline. Un pur moment de bonheur simple 🥰🥰🥰”

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4.Avignon: City Walking Tour with Popes Palace Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 193 reviews · 3h 30m · from $81

Spend 3.5 hours walking Avignon with an English-speaking local guide, visiting the Papal Palace with entry included. Guides such as Sylvia, Jeremy, Nicholas, and Emile explain the city’s papal past, medieval rooms, and Provençal culture. The tour ends with a glass of Côtes du Rhône wine near the palace. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes.

“Our guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the city and its interesting history, buildings and architecture. This is a great way to start your exploration of Avignon.”

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5.No-Diet Club Local Food Tasting and Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 173 reviews · from $73

Spend 3.5 hours walking Marseille with a French- or English-speaking guide such as Paul, Miriam, Nathalie, or Sarah. Taste panisses, Provençal burgers, navettes, almond macaroons, ice cream, and Tunisian specialties while exploring markets, food shops, Le Panier, and local viewpoints. The route serves plenty of food, but bouillabaisse is not included.

“Absolutely book this tour. An amazing way to see parts of this city that you wouldn’t experience or explore on your own. Plus the food was delicious”

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6.Marseille: Walking Food Tour with Full Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 137 reviews · 3h 30m · from $99

Spend 3.5 hours walking from Marseille’s Old Port through Le Panier, Rue Caisserie, and Noailles while eating a full meal at four or more local stops. Your English or French-speaking guide may serve cheese, seafood, panisses, Provençal sweets, Mediterranean pastries, water, and at least one alcoholic drink.

“Local history and food details were excellent. Selections and pace was just right.”

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7.History and Legend Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 122 reviews · 2 hours · from $23

Walk Avignon’s old center with local guide Ana Maria for two hours of stories, architecture, and city lore. See the Popes’ Palace, Pont Saint-Bénézet, Avignon Cathedral, charming squares, and quiet lanes. A sound device helps you hear clearly, while paid monument entry remains separate.

“This tour was wonderful! Extremely informative and engaging. Highly recommend!”

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8.An Aix-traordinary Walking City Tour of Aix-en-Provence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · 2h 30m · from $123

Spend 150 minutes walking Aix-en-Provence with Benjamin, a seventh-generation local guide. See Cours Mirabeau, the Mazarin quarter, Place des Prêcheurs, Place Richelme, and Saint Sauveur Cathedral while hearing local stories, sampling a treat, and getting a souvenir photo at Fontaine des Quatre Dauphins.

“Ben is a fantastic guide with deep understanding of Aix. Knowledgeable, articulate, humorous and personable. Great visual aids. Tremendous experience. We have done many urban walking tours in European cities. He is among the very best.”

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9.Historic District Guided Food & Wine Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 84 reviews · 3h 30m · from $89

Spend three and a half hours tasting Provençal food and wine while walking from the Palais des Papes through Rue Carnot, Les Halles, and the old center to Pont d’Avignon. Guides such as Zahra and Clara add local history and restaurant tips. Expect at least four food stops, generous portions, one alcoholic drink, and a small group of up to 12.

“Nastassja was our guide for this food and wine tour in Avignon, and she made the entire experience genuinely enjoyable. The pace was relaxed, the portions were generous, and you’ll be tasting a surprising variety of local specialties—so come hungry and maybe skip the tight jeans that day. She shared plenty of interesting history and context along the way, which helped us appreciate the city beyond the food itself. Avignon has so much to take in, and this tour was a great introduction. I’d absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting the city, especially if you want a mix of local insight, regional flavors, and a fun walk through the historic…”

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10.Provencal Market Walking Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 50 reviews · 1h 30m · from $41

Meet Ted or Edouard at Café Archevêché for a 90-minute walk through Aix-en-Provence’s Place Richelme and, when open, Place des Prêcheurs. You’ll sample local foods, meet familiar market vendors, learn what to buy, and get practical tips for eating and shopping in Aix.

“Edouard is a really good guide and he showed us the best things in the markets and nearby. We also wanted a French speaking guide so he was speaking half/half English/French. We had a really nice 1.5 hours with him. Thank you”

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11.Avignon: Private Walking Tour – Discover History & Heritage

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 45 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $235

Walk through Avignon with a private blue badge guide in English, French, Italian, or Spanish. See the Palace of the Popes, medieval walls, Old Avignon, and Pont St. Bénezet. Choose two hours for an exterior-focused walk, or three hours for palace entry and a walk onto the bridge.

“Alexia was great. Would def use her for another tour.”

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