Unusual places Aix en provence: the 15 best places to discover

Aix-en-Provence is one of the most popular destinations for visitors to the Camargue! How about visiting the city from an unusual angle? Discover the best unusual places and activities in and around Aix-en-Provence.

A guided tour of Aix-en-Provence in 10 selfies

Do you love taking photos of yourself in tourist spots? Would you like to boost your Instagram page with original photos? In Aix-en-Provence, you can book a guided tour of the city devoted entirely to selfies. Your guide will take you to some of the city's most unusual and original places, where you can take some fun photos.

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A guided side-car tour of Aix-en-Provence

For an unusual guided tour of Aix-en-Provence, choose the sidecar, a means of transport as fun as it is unusual! In 45 minutes or 2 hours, you'll discover Aix-en-Provence's landmarks and the surrounding countryside.

A guided tour of Aix-en-Provence with "Le Visible est invisible" (The Visible is Invisible)

"Le Visible est invisible" organizes unusual guided tours of Aix-en-Provence, where you can discover the city from a whole new angle. Your guide will take you to places you may know, to discover details you've never seen before!

A visit to a pastis distillery

Pastis is a real institution in Marseille and Aix-en-Provence. Discover it in an original way by visiting a distillery. You'll learn all the secrets involved in making pastis, and you'll also be able to taste this typically Provencal product.

A pastis-making workshop

You can also book a workshop in Aix-en-Provence to learn how to make your own bottle of pastis. It's an unusual activity that's both fun and instructive, but one that will also enable you to make a highly original gift for a loved one.

A guided tour in the footsteps of Paul Cézanne

Art lovers can enjoy a themed tour of Aix-en-Provence in the footsteps of Paul Cézanne. Your guide will take the opportunity to tell you various anecdotes about the painter's life and his strong bond with the city of Aix-en-Provence.

A DIY lamp-making workshop

In the commune of Gréasque, just outside Aix-en-Provence, you can create your own original lamp from recycled materials. With your own hands, you'll create a DIY decorative object that you can take home to personalize your living room! Or give it to a loved one as an unforgettable Christmas gift.

A workshop for creating home fragrances

In Aix-en-Provence, you can also take part in a workshop to create your own home fragrance. This interesting activity will enable you to leave with a perfume that reflects your personality, to personalize your home. It's also a great way to create your own unusual gift for a loved one.

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A calisson-making workshop

The famous Confiserie du Roy René in Aix-en-Provence invites you to discover the secrets of making calissons, an essential Provencal specialty. You'll also learn how to make them yourself! Not only will this activity appeal to gourmets, it's also an excellent gift idea.

A flight simulation

Book a flight simulation in Aix-en-Provence for a thrill-packed experience that won't put you at risk. You can slip into the shoes of a fighter pilot at the controls of an F16 Fighting Falcon, the US military's most powerful aircraft.

An indoor surf session

Who says you can't surf in Aix-en-Provence? You can learn to surf indoors, on an artificial wave. Choose between bodyboarding and surfing. Whether you're with colleagues, friends or family, this is an unusual activity that lets you have fun, burn off energy and leave with memories that are impossible to invent.

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An introduction to lightsaber combat

For adults who are still big kids, this activity is a great way to get some exercise and have fun at the same time! Slip into the shoes of a Jedi and challenge your friends to a lightsaber battle. It's also a great gift idea for a loved one or colleague who loves the Star Wars saga.

A bubble soccer match

Have you heard of bubble soccer? You can discover this activity combining sumo wrestling and soccer in Trets, near Aix-en-Provence. After laser games and paintball, bubble soccer promises to become very trendy again.

An afternoon at the Salto Trampoline Arena

The Salto Trampoline Arena is an indoor park where you can let off steam and have fun on a variety of trampolines. Whether you're with family, friends or colleagues, you can enjoy a wide range of activities, including jousting, slacklining, foam tubing, dodgeball and basketball.

Summer: a picnic in the middle of a lavender field

In July and August, the Maison de la lavande Terre Ugo organizes outdoor picnics in an enchanting setting: the lavender fields. Sit down with family and friends for cocktails, music, conversation and a breathtaking view of the lavender fields.

Take advantage of your unusual stay in Aix-en-Provence to discover the Camargue region, its peaceful landscapes, its flora and fauna. The Auberge Cavalière du Pont des Bannes, a 4-star hotel located in the heart of the Camargue Regional Nature Park, is the ideal base from which to visit Aix-en-Provence and the surrounding area, and discover its most unusual places and activities! You can also take the opportunity to discover the Camargue from an unusual angle.

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