Église Saint-Didier: A Gothic Gem in Avignon

Getting There

• Walking

  Église Saint-Didier is centrally located in Avignon's historic district and easily accessible on foot from most major points of interest. From the Palais des Papes, walk east along Place du Palais, then turn right onto Rue de la Balance. Continue onto Rue Saint-Agricol, then turn left onto Place Saint-Didier. The church will be directly ahead. The walk is approximately 5-10 minutes. From Place de l'Horloge, walk north on Rue de la République, turn left onto Rue Joseph Vernet, then turn right onto Rue Saint-Agricol. Turn left onto Place Saint-Didier. The church will be directly ahead. The walk is approximately 5 minutes.

• Public Transport

  The Orizo bus system is the main mode of public transportation in Avignon. From the Avignon Centre train station, take the bus towards St Didier. Services depart every 20 minutes. A single ticket costs €1.30. The Baladine electric shuttle is a free service that operates in the city center of Avignon. It's a small, eco-friendly vehicle that can accommodate up to 9 passengers. The shuttle runs every 7 minutes from Monday to Saturday, making it a convenient option for short trips within the city center.

• Driving

  Driving directly to Église Saint-Didier is not recommended due to the pedestrianized city center. Limited street parking is available, but it is often difficult to find and can be expensive. It is best to park in one of the parking garages located outside the city walls and walk or take public transport to the church. Parking at the 'Palais des Papes' car park costs approximately €1.40-€1.70 per hour. Parking around the city wall is possible for a maximum of 5 hours, costing €0.80 per hour.