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Vaison la Romaine
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Restaurants
78 within 3 miles
Manger & Cie
194
76 ft$$ - $$$ • French • Mediterranean • European
The Chez Toi
402
0.2 mi$ • French • European • Healthy
Léone Artisan Glacier
433
280 ft$$ - $$$ • Dessert • French
Le Goût De La Pizza
195
10 ft$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Vegetarian Friendly
LUM la Table
264
0.1 miFrench • Contemporary • Healthy • Vegetarian Friendly
La Table - Les Maisons Du'O
800
0.2 mi$$$$ • French • European • Healthy
La Caillette
273
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • French • European • Vegetarian Friendly
La Lyriste
401
43 ft$$ - $$$ • French • European
Le Moulin à Huile
304
0.3 mi$$$$ • French • Mediterranean • European
Le Bateleur
329
0.2 mi$$$$ • French • Mediterranean • European
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Attractions
63 within 6 miles
Open ART Studio
3
145 ftArt Galleries
Sites Archéologiques de Vaison la Romaine
657
526 ftAncient Ruins
Office de Tourisme de Vaison-la-Romaine
159
492 ftVisitor Centers
A+C Atelier Galerie
2
0.1 miArt Galleries
Pont Romain De Viviers
1
0.2 miAncient Ruins • Bridges
Roman Bridge
280
0.4 miBridges
Galerie D'Art de la Place du Poids
15
0.2 miArt Galleries
Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Nazareth
144
0.4 miChurches & Cathedrals
ARTEFACT Galerie d'art contemporain
5
0.4 miArt Galleries
Domaine de Mourchon
102
2.7 miWineries & Vineyards
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4.5
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Janice K
New Castle, NH66 contributions
WOW! MEDVAL CITY IN EXCELLENT CONDITION
Sep 2018 • Couples
Very neat to walk around the city at your own pace, not crowded and a hidden gem. Nice pathways with splendid views. Great restaurants and the new lower city, still very old is just steps away
Written September 20, 2018
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Stephen R
Dubai, United Arab Emirates76 contributions
Beautiful Vaison
Aug 2018 • Friends
One of my favourite places. A beautiful town, lots of history, not too pretentious and the surrounding scenery is exceptional.

If you are in the area then please visit this town. Regardless of your interests, I am sure that you will have an enjoyable time.

The market (Tuesday morning) is also the best that I have visited. Get there early though as it can get busy.

I would willingly move there to live. Finger’s crossed for a lottery win.
Written August 22, 2018
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Richard K
Alton, UK150 contributions
(Another) Beautiful village in Provence
Jul 2017 • Couples
We arrived in Maison la Romaine on a guide book suggested tour of the Dantelles. Earlier we had thought that from a map, this looked like a good place to take a picnic and eat down by the river.

Impossible!! The river was about 10 metres down from the road and bridge unless one took a complicated route to get to a riverside car park. But that was our fault for not being able to find the correct information earlier.

We walked across the bridge from the new town to explore the old (Roman) town. Another fascinating place and well worth the stop

The chateau at the top of the hill is not worth the climb unless you are looking for views. The chateau itself is in ruins and fenced off. It must be said though that the views from the top are excellent and quite clearly this is why the chateau (probably a fortress in earlier times) was place there.
Written July 20, 2017
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JeanPHoar
Luton, UK32 contributions
Mrs
Sep 2016 • Friends
Big market twice a week and lots to see in town and surrounding area. Old haute town charming with great views and short walk to main town
Written May 18, 2017
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Liz C
Minneapolis, MN209 contributions
tuesday market was huge
Oct 2015
We easily parked and followed the people to the market. They had all the usual tablecloths, napkins, hand towels, soaps as well as tons of foods.
The website Marches-Provence.com tells you the market days.
Written November 5, 2015
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JMN
Switzerland418 contributions
Great place to visit
Jul 2020 • Family
Really cute old town to explore, with well kept Roman archeological site below it.
Friendly vibe to the place.
Well worth a visit!
Written July 22, 2020
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Horologist
Aylsham, UK223 contributions
Beautiful town
Aug 2019
We stayed about a ten minute drive from Vaison la Romaine so visited several times for various reasons. It is a busy & vibrant place with lots going on. The Tuesday market was a great experience but we learnt to get there early eg about 8am to avoid the significant crowds. We also visited for the Vide Grenier which had stalls dotted throughout the old quarter and to see the Roman ruins. The old part of town is very beautiful with lots of wonderful architecture & views. We parked at the car park by the roman bridge. Spaces always available (including early Tuesday morning).
Written August 18, 2019
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Phil Warwick
Cairns, Australia7 contributions
10 days in Vaison la Romaine
Jun 2019 • Couples
Stunning place. Like many other places the Romans were here first. Wonderful old medieval quarter, attractive town square, lots of places to eat, excellent wines (providing you know what you are looking for), great markets and within a short driving distance of more small villages than you can poke a stick at. Our unit was fabulous - about 10 minutes walk to the town square and an easy walk to the old quarter. An absolute highlight of our six weeks away. The coffee was a bit 50/50 at times - but that was a small price to pay for the location. We'll be back!
Written July 23, 2019
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Steve K
30 contributions
Beautiful old town
Jun 2019 • Couples
A lovely town with a lot to offer. Market days are really crowded so car parking can be difficult. The market meanders all around town so be prepared for lots of hustle and bustle. All sorts of stalls but be aware of prices for food items like cured sausages, olives and cheese that can be very pricey.
If you have the energy a walk up to the medieval old town is beautiful. Wonderful old buildings and magnificent views.
In the main town centre the central square is great for people watching, having a leisurely drink or a good meal.
Written June 6, 2019
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dieseljwt99
Kirkland, WA12 contributions
We Love Vaison-la-Romaine
Apr 2019 • Couples
My wife and I have been here multiple times, and we love everything about it. The great town square, the cafes, the wine, the shopping, and more. It is not too small and not too large, and close to other beautiful villages.
Written June 2, 2019
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