Pont du Gard, Uzès & Nîmes Tour: Roman History Half Day

Three centuries of Roman and medieval Provence in one morning: the aqueduct, the arena, the old town

A half-day guided tour from Avignon visits the Pont du Gard, France's most famous Roman aqueduct, then walks through the medieval streets of Uzès before ending in Nîmes to see the Arena and the square house. A local guide in English or French leads the route; transport by air-conditioned minivan, entry to the Pont du Gard and the Arena, and pickup from Avignon are all included. Minimum group size is four people.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Pont du Gard, Uzès, and Nîmes

• Visit Pont du Gard aqueduct
• Walking tour of Uzès
• Discover Nîmes arena and square house

The Experience

The day starts with the Pont du Gard, a three-tiered Roman aqueduct built nearly 2,000 years ago to carry water across a valley. Entry is included, so you walk the site without arranging a ticket—the guide explains what you are standing in front of and why it still stands. From there the minivan takes you to Uzès, a medieval town in Provence where you walk the narrow streets and squares on foot; the guide leads, and you move at a pace that lets you take it in instead of rushing through.

Nîmes is the final stop. The Arena there—a Roman amphitheatre built around the same era as the Pont du Gard—is included in your entry, and you see the square house, a private Roman dwelling that is also part of the town's layered history. The walking is moderate and the shoes matter; the operator notes that comfortable footwear is essential. The whole tour runs about five hours from start to return to Avignon.

What’s included

• Local guide in English or French.
• transport by air-conditioned minivan from Avignon.
• entry to the Pont du Gard and the Arena of Nîmes.
• pickup and return to Avignon.

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Provence Panorama

Is this one for you?Small groups of four or more work best here, since that's the minimum the tour requires to run. The fixed route and timing mean you don't build the day yourself—the guide, the transport and the entry tickets are all arranged, so you step off in Avignon and walk three landmarks without organizing a thing.

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Top questions

What exactly is the Pont du Gard and why is it still standing after 2,000 years?

The Pont du Gard is a Roman aqueduct built in the 1st century to carry water across the Gardon River valley toward the city of Nîmes. Its three tiers of arches were engineered without mortar, and the structure has survived earthquakes and centuries of use because the Romans built it to last; the guide explains the engineering and the history as you walk it.

Do I have to pay extra for the Pont du Gard and the Arena of Nîmes, or are they included?

Entry to both the Pont du Gard and the Arena of Nîmes is included in the tour price. The square house in Nîmes is not included, so entry there is optional and at your own cost if you choose to visit it.

How much walking is involved, and what kind of shoes should I wear?

A moderate amount of walking is involved across all three stops—the Pont du Gard site, the streets of Uzès, and the Arena and surroundings in Nîmes. Comfortable shoes are essential because the terrain varies and some streets are uneven; the operator recommends planning accordingly.

What language does the guide speak?

The guide leads the tour in English or French, depending on the departure you book. Let the operator know your preference when you reserve.

Is there a minimum group size, and what happens if not enough people book?

The tour requires a minimum of four people to depart. If fewer than four passengers book, the operator may cancel the tour after confirmation and offer you an alternative date or a full refund.

Does the tour include meals or drinks?

Food and drinks are not included. You'll have time at each stop, but you should plan to bring water and snacks or budget for a meal in Uzès or Nîmes if you want to eat during the tour.