Aix-en-Provence Our Top 10 Things to See in the City, Aix-en-Provence, France

Steeped in history, Aix-en-Provence is a captivating city in Provence with a rich past and a roster of illustrious residents. Often known simply as Aix, the city is an ideal urban base for a holiday in the region. While the city has many captivating aspects, this article covers the top 10 things to see during your visit. Aix-en-Provence boasts historical sites, elegant boutiques, gourmet restaurants, and bustling daily markets. We encourage you to meander through the streets, relax on a terrace, and admire the numerous squares and fountains. While this article only scratches the surface of over two millennia of history, we have provided links to further articles for a deeper dive.

After conquering the hilltop oppidum of Entremont, the Romans, understanding the need for access to fresh water, abandoned the settlement established by the Salyens, a Celtic-Ligurian tribe in 180-170 BC. In roughly 122 BC, the Romans formed a new community named Aquae Sextiae (the Waters of Sextius), a tribute to the highly respected consul Caius Sextius Calvinus. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).