Nîmes Audio guided walking tour 1h10 and 18 audio comments
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Nimes, nicknamed French Rome, invites you to explore its rich Roman heritage through a day of discovery. Stroll along the Quai de la Fontaine, admire the Arena of Nîmes, the best preserved Roman amphitheatre, and visit the famous Maison Carrée, an iconic ancient temple. Also discover the Fountain Gardens, the Temple of Diana and many other historical treasures. This tour plunges you into the heart of history while enjoying the friendly atmosphere of this beautiful city in the south of France. - 6 km circuit to do on foot, duration of about 2h45 - Includes visits to 26 historical and cultural sites - Discovery of street art and charming café terraces - Navaway® application for interactive navigation and audio guides available
Your experience
Stop 1
Here you are by the Canal de la Fontaine, which takes you straight to the gardens of the same name!
Stop 2
This is one of the most beautiful gardens in the world, and I don’t mince words when I tell you this! The Jardins de la Fontaine have been ranked in the top 150 most beautiful gardens in the world.
Stop 3
It’s impossible not to pass this real Roman vestige, located in the heart of the Fountain Gardens!
Stop 4
Let's stop here for a while. You are between the two pools of the gardens, which constitute the original source of Nîmes.
Stop 5
A remarkable remnant of the precinct that surrounded the city of Nîmes, the Magne Tower overlooks the Fountain Gardens and bears witness to the rich historical past of what is known as French Rome.
Stop 6
Here are the remains of the castellum that stands before you, in the middle of the street and close to the University of Nimes.
Stop 7
Take a look on your left: here you have an interesting street art spot.
Stop 8
Here you are in front of a building that has hosted a hybrid and alternative place since 2013: the Spot. It is here that the association of the same name was established, with the aim of promoting alternative cultures.
Stop 9
The magnificent Saint-Baudile church, built between 1867 and 1877, is far from being as old as most of the monuments of Nîmes.
Stop 10
A true jewel of the Nimes heritage, here is the door of Augustus! Also called the Porte d’Arles, it represents a very old vestige of the enclosure that surrounded the city in Roman times: it dates back to the 1st century BC. C. !
Stop 11
This building is the Great Temple of Dominicans. It was built between 1714 and 1736, as a church belonging to Catholic religious from the Order of Preachers, founded in 1215.
Stop 12
This is the Jesuit chapel, built at the end of the 17th century.
What’s included
- Recommendations for the best photo opportunities
- Immediate access to the audioguided circuit, no tickets or materials to collect
- Offline mode (no data consumption during the visit)
- 3 languages available: French, English, Spanish
- Text transcripts of all audio content
- Admire the hidden gems that lie off the beaten track
- 26 immersive audio comments along the way (History...)
- Interactive navigation with 3D map to discover the most beautiful streets,...
Not included
- Entrance fees to paid establishments along the route...
- Headphones or headphones (optional)
Meeting and pickup
We build our circuits in the form of a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend this ideal Check-out Point.
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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