Arles Private Tour
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Experience Highlights
This private tour allows you to explore Arles, one of the most beautiful towns in the Camargue. It boasts a rich archaeological heritage including the Roman theatre, the Roman amphitheatre and the cryptoportiques (underground passageways), as well as a historic centre with perfectly preserved narrow streets and squares. A local guide will explain the history of these places and the parts of the city linked to the Dutch painter Vincent Van Gogh. The activity lasts approximately 2 hours.
- Enjoy a private activity
- Learn about the history of Arles and its historical heritage.
- Listen to the explanations of an expert guide
What’s included
- Private tour
- Tickets to the attractions
- Expert guide
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Step by Step
This private tour is the perfect way to discover Arles, a destination that offers a combination of history, culture, art and natural beauty. The activity lasts approximately 2 hours and starts from a central and easily accessible point. During this time, an experienced guide will explain the history of the city, with particular emphasis on the following monuments and points of interest:
- Arènes d'Arles - It had a capacity of about 20,000 spectators and hosted gladiator fights, lion hunts and other spectacles. It has the typical architecture of Roman amphitheatres: two tiers of tiers supported by arches and pillars, and a stone exterior façade. The interior consisted of a central arena.
- Théâtre antique - Built in the 1st century BC. - during the reign of Julius Caesar and Emperor Augustus - it was used for theatrical performances, games, concerts and other public events. Perfectly preserved, it has a semi-circular floor plan and 33 rows of seats.
- Cryptoportiques - A complex of underground passages built in Roman times. Their exact function is unclear, but it is believed that they were used for storage, warehousing or logistical purposes related to performances. They were discovered by chance in 1823 during construction work.
The itinerary touches on places associated with Vincent Van Gogh, who lived here for two years. These include the Yellow House (La Maison Jaune, where he lived), the Café de la Nuit (in the central Place du Forum, which inspired several works) and the Jardin de la Maison de Sant, a former psychiatric hospital where he was briefly admitted after cutting off his ear.
