Aix-en-Provence

The collection is named after the Provençal painter François Marius Granet (1775–1849), who donated a large number of works, and housed inside a dramatic 17th-century priory. — Lonely Planet

A 10-minute (uphill) stroll north of Aix’s Old Town, Cézanne’s studio offers visitors a unique glimpse into the artist’s daily life. — Frommer's

At the Musée des Tapisseries you can see nineteen tapestries made in Beauvais in the 17C and 18C and nine panels depicting the life of Don Quixote, based on Charles Natoire's tapestry cartoons. — Michelin Guide

Mined since Antiquity, these stone quarries were a favourite subject of Cézanne's - he came here to capture the rocks and their unique colours. — Michelin Guide

Aix’ newest pride and joy is also one of its oldest: a stellar art space housed inside the Mazarin quarter’s grandest 17th-century hôtel particulier. — Lonely Planet

Inside the cool, broad chambers you can find a collection of Provençal furniture and artwork. Note the curious two giant Atlantes that hold up the interior balcony. — Fodor's

Direct contact with internment areas, including sleeping and dining quarters and hiding places, makes for a rare immediacy. — Fodor's

Shaded by a double row of tall plane trees, the Cours Mirabeau is one of the most beautiful avenues anywhere. — Fodor's

Balconies that have a most unusual accent.  — Atlas Obscura

In Aix-en-Provence, you can find a market for almost anything — books, seasonal vegetables, flowers, pastries, vintage knickknacks. — Afar Magazine

An especially charming square in the old town; has a fountain (1667) with water-spouting dolphins. — Lonely Planet

This square is at its best when the flower market fills it with colour on Saturday mornings. — Michelin Guide

Puppets play out the "talking nativity scenes" of old and Corpus Christi processions. Collection of nativity figures and Moustiers earthenware. — Michelin Guide

A rich and varied collection of Provençal faïence is displayed in this grand mansion in the Mazarin quarter. It also contains a library full of books on Provençal culture. — Fodor's

Some say the massive painting on the left side of the transept is a Rubens. The church is used regularly for classical concerts. — Fodor's

King René d'Anjou (1409-1480) made Aix his capital and dedicated most of his energy to embellishing the city. — Michelin Guide