What to See & Do
Orange Overall Appeal ★★☆☆☆
| Name | Appeal | Type | Visit | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Antique Theater | ★★★☆☆ | Roman Theater | Self | Paid |
| 02 | St. Eutrope Park | ★★★☆☆ | Park + Panorama | Self | Free |
| 03 | Triumphal Arch | ★★☆☆☆ | Roman Arch | Outside | Free |
| 04 | Notre-Dame Cathedral | ★☆☆☆☆ | Cathedral | Self | Free |
| 05 | Town Center | ★☆☆☆☆ | Walking Around | Self | Free |
| 06 | Food Market | ★☆☆☆☆ | Food Market | Self | Free |
| 07 | Art & History Museum | ★☆☆☆☆ | Museum - Art & History | Self | Paid |
| 08 | St. Florent Church | ★☆☆☆☆ | Church | Self | Free |
01. Antique Theater
Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type Roman Theater
Visit Self
Cost Paid
The Antique Theater of Orange is an impressive Roman structure that dates back to the 1st century AD and could accommodate up to 10,000 spectators for the artistic events of the time. This Roman amphitheater is the best-preserved in the world. It measures 103m – 338ft wide and 37m – 121ft high.
Falling into decline with the fall of the Western Roman Empire, it was restored in the 19th century, leading to its current status as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
It is now used as a venue for concerts and other artistic events.
02. St. Eutrope Park
Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type Park + Panorama
Visit Self
Cost Free
The Parc Saint-Eutrope is situated on a hill, elevated above the rest of the city. The northernmost part of the park, located just behind the antique theater, offers a vast panoramic view of the theater as well as the city and the surrounding area.
The park is closed during concerts at the antique theater.
03. Triumphal Arch
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Roman Arch
Visit Outside only
Cost Free
This Roman Arch, located outside the city center, was built in the 1st century AD.
It was restored in the 19th century and more recently in the 21st century, which has contributed to its excellent state of preservation.
04. Food Market
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Food Market
Visit Self
Cost Free
The large food market in Orange takes place on Thursday mornings at various squares and streets in the town center.
05. Notre-Dame Cathedral
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Cathedral
Visit Self
Cost Free
Built in the 12th century, the cathedral has undergone numerous renovations and restorations due to damage over the centuries. It is in the Romanesque style.
06. Town Center
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Walking Around
Visit Self
Cost Free
The heart of Orange is pleasant for a casual stroll, wandering through its few squares and pedestrian streets.
07. Art & History Museum
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Art & History Museum
Visit Self
Cost Paid
This small museum houses a collection of artifacts and artworks related to the town’s past. Its collection spans several centuries, with exhibits ranging from Roman relics to 19th-century paintings.
It is located in a 17th-century mansion.
08. St. Florent Church
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Church
Visit Self
Cost Free
A small church from the 14th century, later restored in the 16th century. It is in the Romanesque style.
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