{"id":9295,"date":"2025-06-10T00:43:56","date_gmt":"2025-06-09T21:43:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carsons-concierge.com\/?p=9295"},"modified":"2025-06-10T00:45:02","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T21:45:02","slug":"aix-en-provence-essentials-private-tour-of-the-oldest-roman-city-in-france","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carsons-concierge.com\/en\/aix-en-provence-essentials-private-tour-of-the-oldest-roman-city-in-france\/","title":{"rendered":"Aix-en-Provence Essentials \u2013 Private Tour of the Oldest Roman City in France"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2049\">Aix-en-Provence &#8211; the Oldest Roman City in France<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"1164\">Elegant, sun-kissed, and steeped in culture, <strong data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"594\">Aix-en-Provence<\/strong> is the quintessential Proven\u00e7al town. Known as the <strong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"673\">&#8220;City of Water and Art&#8221;<\/strong> and the <strong data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"716\">&#8220;City of a Thousand Fountains&#8221;<\/strong>, Aix blends Roman history, artistic heritage, and modern vibrancy in one unforgettable experience.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"1164\">Explore <strong data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"874\">Aix-en-Provence<\/strong> on a captivating <strong data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"919\">three-hour walking tour<\/strong>, perfect for those who want to understand the city&#8217;s roots, soul, and charm. Led by a local historian, this in-depth journey through Aix\u2019s beautifully preserved streets brings to life stories that shaped one of <strong data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1163\">France\u2019s oldest Roman cities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1495\">You\u2019ll start by discovering the <strong data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1217\">natural springs<\/strong> that made Aix famous in antiquity\u2014once known for their healing powers and later central to the town\u2019s reputation as a wellness destination. Stroll past the <strong data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1401\">city\u2019s iconic fountains<\/strong>, each with its own personality and era\u2014from Roman relics to ornate 18th-century masterpieces.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1495\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-9301\" src=\"https:\/\/carsons-concierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/aix-en-provence-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Lion's statues on Aix-En-Provence fountain\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carsons-concierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/aix-en-provence-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/carsons-concierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/aix-en-provence-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/carsons-concierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/aix-en-provence-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/carsons-concierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/aix-en-provence-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/carsons-concierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/aix-en-provence.jpg 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1830\">Dive into the layers of history as you pass the <strong data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1568\">ancient Roman ruins<\/strong>, the <strong data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1602\">former Palace of Justice<\/strong>, and the many private mansions that whisper of the town\u2019s legal and educational prominence. Learn how Aix grew into a cultural capital, home to artists like C\u00e9zanne and a place where architecture, academia, and beauty converge.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1993\">Whether you&#8217;re passionate about history, architecture, or simply enchanted by Proven\u00e7al elegance, this tour is a perfect starting point to fall in love with Aix.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Duration: 3 hours<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>What awaits you:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">Discover <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aixenprovencetourism.com\/en\/aix-en-provence-en\/\">Aix-en-Provence<\/a>, the oldest Roman city in France, renowned as the &#8220;city of water and art&#8221; and the &#8220;City of a Thousand Fountains;&#8221;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">Learn about its rich history, from its natural springs and Roman heritage to its development as a center for justice and education;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">Enjoy a three-hour tour guided by a knowledgeable historian, covering the city&#8217;s evolution from ancient times to the present.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Let <a href=\"https:\/\/carsons-concierge.com\/en\/\">Carsons Travel Concierge<\/a> arrange your private historian, personalized timing, and post-tour aperitif in one of Aix\u2019s chic caf\u00e9s. We&#8217;ll show you the essentials\u2014and more.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsons-concierge.com\/contacts\/\">Book a Private Half-Day Tour of Aix-en-Provence with Carsons Travel Concierge.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Uncover the charm of Aix-en-Provence on a 3-hour guided tour. 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