Explore Avignon
Avignon is a commune in south-eastern France in the department of Vaucluse on the left bank of the Rhône river.
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Language Spoken
French is the official language spoken in Avignon.
Currency & Time Zone
Euro
UTC+01:00
Cuisine
Meals
A meal for two at an inexpensive restaurant will be around 14€ (R278) and 50€ (R993) at a more exclusive restaurant.Drinks
Domestic beers are around 3€ (R60) whilst imported beers are around 4€ (R79).
Transportation
Taxis
Taxis have an initial fee of 3€ (R60) and 2€ (R40) for every kilometer thereafter.General Transport
Busses can be found at the most popular tourist destinations and can range from 9€ (R178) up to 15€ (R298).Things to do in Avignon
Some of the top attractions to visit in Avignon are Palais des Papes, Rocher des Doms, Avignon Les Halles, Musee du Petit Palais, and Pont Saint-Bénézet.
Medical Precautions
Recommended Vaccines
These recommended vaccines need to be taken 4-8 weeks prior to departure:
- Measles
- Hepatis A
- Hepatitis B
- Rabies
- Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
- Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
- Chickenpox
- Polio
Top 10 Packing Essentials
- Sunscreen
- Mosquito repellent
- Sunglasses
- Comfortable Shoes
- Universal adapter
- Power bank
- First Aid Kit
- Hand Sanitizer
- Camera
- Warm Jacket
Passports & Visa Information
South Africans travelling to Avignon need a South African Passport, not older than 10 years, with at least 2 blank pages and valid for at least 3 months after the date you leave all Schengen countries. They also need to obtain a Schengen visa which gives access to 26 European countries.