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Place de l'Horloge

Avignon, France
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Ranked #9 of 32 attractions in Avignon
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Brossard
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14 reviews 14 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

The place is beautiful, but all the cafes and hotels around here seem to be a big trap! People are not nice, they don't care, because they know you're a tourist just going to the most tourist place! Do not expect good food, good service, good anything! Go there for the view, the "feel", but go inside the city to... More

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Bracknell, United Kingdom
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

An excellent place to eat with a large choice of restauarants. Cobbles a bit hard on the feet, and take care as cars use it as well.Impressive Hotel de Ville

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Bulverde, Texas
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519 helpful votes 519 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

The Place de l'Horloge is the pulse center of Avignon. Filled with restaurants, shops and entertainments beyond compare. We spent every evening on this square, sipping coffee, having wine, eating a glorious dinner or just strolling about enjoying the sights and smells.

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Surrey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

The energy is elevating...mimes, musicians, carousel, icecream, patisseries, eateries abound. I had cafe and pastry for breakfast in the Festival d'glace, I had dinner and a fantastic glass of Chateauneuf-du-Pape in the Wine Bar at the top of the square closest to the Mercure Hotel and I had icecream at the Regal Glace. I listened to a musician and enjoyed... More

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df
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32 attraction reviews
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56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

This is where everybody gathers for a coffee or a beer to relax for a while as well as to have dinner or lunch. I would rather go there just for a drink as good -real french cuisine will not be found here. The place is quite nice and you will always find it almost full as it is the... More

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Kutztown, Pennsylvania
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

There is much activity at this large square in the upper section of the Old Town--the City Hall and Opera House are classic buildings and there are many dining options around the square Many streets lead into the square from different directions, For more interesting dining and sights head to some of the smaller quaint squares around the Old Town... More

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Chicago, IL
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135 helpful votes 135 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

The plaza is at the center of town, near the papal palace. If you are looking for a meal, make sure that you check out all the options, and remember there are also good places on the sidestreets.

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New Jersey
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56 reviews 56 reviews
24 attraction reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

Place d'Horloge is the central square in Avignon. We have visited at Christmas, when it is filled with a huge traditional Provençal holiday market (wonderful!) and just recently, on a beautiful sunny late winter day. Located at the foot of the Palais des Papes, at the edge of the large pedestrian area in Avignon, Place d'Horloge has something for everyone:... More

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Sao Paulo
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48 reviews 48 reviews
12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2013

Pros: a central place to stay, average restaurants and visitor's information. Definitely a enjoyable place to spend some time in Avignon. Cons: There is no place to park -- you must park your car in the city's parking lot (underground).

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Mission Viejo, California
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Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 4, 2012

Great city square that has many streets leading off to some very interesting shops. The Square itself has more cafes and bars than one could enjoy. All of them have outdoor dining which is nice.

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