Pont d'Avignon (Saint-Bénezet)

  • Historic site and monument
  • UNESCO World Heritage
  • Roman
Boulevard du Rhône, 84000 Avignon

Description

The Saint Bénezet bridge, a major witness of the history of Avignon, is known throughout the world thanks to the famous song. Built from the 12th century, it was washed away several times by the floods of the Rhone, and finally abandoned in the seventeenth century. Classified World Heritage by UNESCO.
Sung about across the world, Le Pont d'Avignon is the iconic monument of the city of the Popes. Laden with history and legends, it fascinates young and old. Join the dance! Go under it, over it and explore the digital 3D reconstruction…

Services

Car park
Lift
Animals accepted

Services offered

Quality standards

Quality standards
Label Accueil VéloLabel Accueil Vélo
Tourisme et handicapTourisme et handicap

Accessibility

Hearing disability
Visual disability
Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
Even flooring with no obstacles

Tourism and handicap

Tourism and handicap
Marque Tourisme et Handicap - déficience auditiveMarque Tourisme et Handicap - déficience auditive
Marque Tourisme et Handicap - déficience mentaleMarque Tourisme et Handicap - déficience mentale
Marque Tourisme et Handicap - déficience motriceMarque Tourisme et Handicap - déficience motrice

Rates

Full price
€5.00

Reduced price
€4.00

Full price
€6.00

Reduced price
€5.00

THROUGH JULY 31:

Free Admission (proof of eligibility will be required during ticket inspection): for children under 8, holders of a Mobility, Inclusion, and Disability Card (CMI) and one accompanying person (proof of eligibility required), for residents of Avignon and Montfavet every Sunday upon presentation of proof of residence and a form of identification (Note that an ID card does not constitute proof of residence), for museum docents, journalists, holders of a France Travail card (job seekers and RSA recipients), and Avignon residents under 26 years of age who hold a “Pass Culture” card issued by the Avignon City Hall

Palace + Bridge Admission Rates: Full price €17 / Reduced price €13 / Children (ages 8–17) €9.50

FAMILY TICKET for the Palais des Papes + Avignon Bridge
2 adults + 1 child: €43.50
2 adults + 2 children: €53, free admission for the 3rd child and beyond (under 18).

EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2026:

Free admission (proof of eligibility will be required during ticket inspection) for children under 10, holders of a Mobility Inclusion Disability Card (CMI), and one accompanying person (proof of eligibility required), for residents of Avignon and Montfavet every Saturday, Sunday, and holiday upon presentation of proof of residence and a valid ID (Note: an ID card does not constitute proof of residence), for museum docents, journalists, holders of a France Travail card (job seekers and RSA recipients), and Avignon residents under 26 years of age who hold a “Pass Culture” card issued by the Avignon City Hall.

Admission prices for the Palais and the Avignon Bridge: full price €19.50 / reduced price €16 / children (ages 10–17): €12.


Audio guide included in the admission price.

Payment methods

CheckCheck
American ExpressAmerican Express
Bank/credit cardBank/credit card
CashCash
Travellers ChequeTravellers Cheque

Accepted customers

  • Home school groups
  • Special rate for large families
  • Special rate for jobseekers
  • Groups
  • Welcome for business/incentive groups
  • Students

Openings

Monday
09:00 - 19:00

Tuesday
09:00 - 19:00

Wednesday
09:00 - 19:00

Thursday
09:00 - 19:00

Friday
09:00 - 19:00

Saturday
09:00 - 19:00

Sunday
09:00 - 19:00

Checkouts close 30 minutes before.

Due to the Handi-Pont raid, the monument will be exceptionally closed to the public on Friday June 6 from 1pm to 3pm.
Monday
10:00 - 17:00

Tuesday
10:00 - 17:00

Wednesday
10:00 - 17:00

Thursday
10:00 - 17:00

Friday
10:00 - 17:00

Saturday
10:00 - 17:00

Sunday
10:00 - 17:00

Monday
10:00 - 18:00

Tuesday
10:00 - 18:00

Wednesday
10:00 - 18:00

Thursday
10:00 - 18:00

Friday
10:00 - 18:00

Saturday
10:00 - 18:00

Sunday
10:00 - 18:00

Location

Pont d'Avignon (Saint-Bénezet)
Boulevard du Rhône, 84000 Avignon
  • www.avignon-pont.com

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Japanese
  • Polish
  • Portuguese
  • German
  • English
  • Chinese
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Russian

Environment

Environment
  • Town location
  • In centre of town

Access

Access
  • Access by Zou! bus: routes 909, 915, 916, 917, 918 and 989 – Gare routière stop
    Journey time: Avignon–Apt: 1 hour 15 minutes

    Access by Zou! bus: routes 902, 905, 906, 907, 915, 924, 705, 707, 708 – PEM Gare routière stop
    Journey time:
    Orange -> Avignon: 55 mins
    Carpentras -> Avignon: 45 mins
    Isle-sur-la-Sorgue -> Avignon: 45 mins
    Cavaillon -> Avignon: 50 mins
Updated on 03 July 2026 at 14:51
by Office de Tourisme Avignon Tourisme
(Offer identifier : 4615600)
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