Top Nîmes Art & Culture

Provence is world-renowned for its lavender fields, but the famous purple landscapes are only in bloom for a short period each summer. This private tour lets you learn about Provence’s lavender production all year round and takes you behind the scenes of a traditional distillery. Make your own way to the distillery between Nimes and Arles, and learn how essential oils are extracted from plants such as lavender, verbena, and immortelle.

Iconic place of the City, the Museum of Romanity allows you to discover the history of the city of Nîmes and its region. Using new technologies, visitors travel through history and discover how the city and its monuments have evolved over time.

Step inside Nimes Arena and follow in the footsteps of ancient gladiators. Explore the heart of Nimes with an audio tour of its charming old town and Roman monuments. Uncover one of the best preserved Roman amphitheatres in the world, built shortly after the Colosseum. Look down from the spectator seats and see the arena where chariots raced and gladiators clashed with wild animals. Today, Nimes Arena is used for concerts of world-class musicians, such as Dua Lipa and David Gilmour from Pink Floyd. The famous bullfighting festivities, the Feria de Nîmes, also take place here. Afterwards, discover more of historic Nimes with an audio guide. See the highlights and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Maison Carrée and Pont du Gard.

I live in Nimes and can bring you my little local touch. I listen and we can stay longer or shorter in the sites we visit according to your interests. Admission to the 3 museums (The Arena, the Square House and the Magne Tower) costs 14.50 euros. I'll come with you to get you this great price. I will leave you the tickets in case you prefer to visit at your own pace the next day (tickets are valid for 3 days).

Get introduced to Nîmes in the most authentic way: through its highlights, history, local flavors, and with a trusted local guide by your side. Along the way, you'll explore iconic landmarks such as the Arena of Nîmes and the Maison Carrée, as well as local favorites and hidden corners loved by locals. Engaging anecdotes and personal insights from your local guide will connect Nîmes' history, culture, and tradition, bringing the city to life in an authentic and memorable way. To complete the experience, enjoy a tasting of a local specialty such as Provençal or Occitan specialties from Les Halles market. Whether sweet, savory, or regional, you'll taste a real part of Nîmes' everyday culture and traditions. By the end of the tour, you'll have a great introduction to Nîmes, its local culture, and how to explore it on your own. You'll walk away with personal recommendations and local tips on where to eat and what to see next, helping you make the most of your time in the city.

Start your visit to Nîmes with this 2-hour walk led by a Local. You’ll discover its highlights, hidden gems, taste a typical local product, and get practical tips. This is the best introduction to Nîmes. Get to see places like the Fontaine Pradier and the Halles de Nîmes, along with hidden corners of Nîmes only known to locals that reveal the city’s everyday charm. Enjoy a tasting of a local product, like Tartelette, for a flavour of Nîmes and its traditions. You'll also receive local insights on where to eat, drink, and how to get around, helping you explore with confidence and make the most of your time. • Get the best intro to Nîmes through its highlights and hidden gems • Taste a typical local product and connect with Nîmes's traditions • Get local tips on where to eat, drink, and how to move around the city • Make the most of your time with this 2-hour walking experience • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, up to 8 travellers

Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Nîmes. Learn all the key facts about the city, dive into the local lifestyle, and feel its unique culture. From the Fontaine Pradier to the Halles de Nîmes, get to discover the city's most defining landmarks. Your Local will also share insider tips on the best cafes, restaurants, and lively bars in Nîmes to ensure you get the most out of your stay. • See Nîmes through a local's eyes, uncovering the city's true essence. • Discover Nîmes' Roman amphitheater and lively squares, steeped in history. • Get top local tips on the best bars, cafes, and restaurants to visit. • Maximize your time, discovering more of Nîmes in less time. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers.

Make the most of your time in Nimes—and discover many of the city’s top ancient landmarks, all in one excursion—on this private walking tour. Choose from a wide range of start times throughout the day, meet your guide in central Nimes, and get ready to explore. You’ll discover the city’s ancient Roman landmarks (from its amphitheater to the Temple of Diana), and will learn all about Nimes’ wealth of history.

The lavender fields of Provence are one of the most iconic images of France, but most tours focus on admiring the purple landscapes and finding the best photo spots. On this tour, immerse yourself in Provence’s lavender industry and experience firsthand how lavender is harvested and distilled into floral waters and essential oils. Help out in the fields by cutting lavender, then create your very own bottle of lavender oil.

This workshop lifts the veil on the very secret world of perfumery. You will reconnect with your sense of smell, the primary sense but also the sense most instinctively linked to your emotions and memories. You will have the pleasure of creating a unique perfume. You will leave with knowledge, the joy of having created, and a pretty bottle to remember it for a long time to come!

Do you want to take part in a creative workshop? Understand how to use plants in cosmetics? Join the laboratory of our artisanal plant distillery and learn step by step how to make your cosmetic product. We guarantee you support to make the recipe; the use of natural and organic ingredients and a moment of exchange and conviviality. This activity perfectly complements the visit to our aromatic plant cultivation site (lavender, thyme, rosemary, etc.) because it allows you to learn concretely and simply how to use the benefits of plants in your well-being and skincare routines. You will leave with the product created during the workshop, and the recipe if you want to try the experience again at home!

I'll walk you around Nimes, taking portraits and candid photos (walking, having a coffee / glass of rosé in front of an iconic spot). Each location has been hand picked to ensure you'll receive amazing photos of you in beautiful places. Sometimes it's not easy to be in front of the camera, I have enough experience to ensure you feel comfortable and confident throughout the session. Get in touch now, and lets make this happen, you won't regret it.

On this private tour of Nimes, you can save hours of research time and learn about local history in a more interactive and entertaining way—by exploring the city with a private guide. As you walk around the historic streets, enjoy fun facts that you might miss out on otherwise, such as where the movie “Gladiator” was filmed. You can also hear the story of Levis Strauss and how Nimes was the birthplace of denim.

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