List of sites to visit
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The Roman amphitheatre
Nîmes
The Roman amphitheatre (or arena) in Nîmes is the best-conserved of the Roman world. It was used for hunting wild animals and for gladiator combats from the end of the first century AD onwards. Many events are held there today.
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Maison Carrée
Nîmes
Built at the very beginning of our era and dedicated to Caius and Lucius Cesar, the adopted son and grandson of the Emperor Augustus, the Maison Carrée was part of the forum, the economic and administrative heart of the Roman town. THE MAISON C...
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Musée de la Romanité
Nîmes
Join a unique voyage to the heart of Roman Antiquity to discover Nîmes, the ‘French Rome’. Facing the Roman Arena of Nîmes, enjoy the historical experience thanks to 5000 outstanding pieces and 65 multimedia devices. A lively place with restaurant...
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Abbatiale de Saint-Gilles
Saint-Gilles
Built at the end of the 12th century, the abbey church is a real architectural jewel. In the past, it was very popular with pilgrims from all over the world. Today, the monument is listed as a World Heritage Site as part of the "Pilgrimage Route t...
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Carré d'Art Jean Bousquet
Nîmes
A contemporary "temple" facing the ancient Temple, Carré d'Art Jean Bousquet was designed by the famous architect Lord Norman Foster. It houses libraries, a media library, a museum and a documentation centre, like the Pompidou Centre.
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The guided tour or the little train
Nîmes
A guided tour (offer valid for guided tours costing 8€ and according to the calendar) or a trip on the little tourist train in Nîmes (outside the Férias and according to the calendar)