Pont du Gard
A three-tier Roman aqueduct, UNESCO World Heritage site, located about 30 minutes from Nîmes.
The location / Activities
Historical and Cultural Heritage
Discover iconic historical and cultural sites around Nîmes.
Uzès
City of art and history with rich architectural heritage, less than an hour from Nîmes.
Aigues-Mortes
Fortified medieval city in the Camargue, accessible in 45 minutes.
Beaucaire
City of art and history on the right bank of the Rhône, with its medieval fortress, about 40 minutes away.
Montpellier
Dynamic capital of Hérault with a rich cultural scene, about an hour away.
Fountain Gardens
Europe’s first public garden, listed as a Historic Monument. A walk through the heart of Nîmes with the Tour Magne at its highest point.
Maison Carrée
Exceptionally well-preserved Roman temple, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site (2023).
Nîmes Arena
Roman amphitheater from the 1st century, perfectly preserved, still used for concerts and shows.
Tour Magne
Remnant of the Roman walls of Nîmes, offering a panoramic view of the city and its surroundings.
Natural Sites and Parks
Explore remarkable natural areas for outdoor activities.
Cévennes National Park
A vast natural area ideal for hiking and wildlife observation, about an hour and a half away.
Scamandre Regional Nature Reserve
Located in Vauvert, this reserve offers walks to discover the wildlife of the Camargue Gardoise, less than 45 minutes away.
Bambouseraie in Cévennes
A unique exotic garden in Europe, located about an hour from Nîmes.
Camargue Regional Natural Park
Protected areas between sea, marshes, and rice fields. Home to flamingos, bulls, and white horses.
The Alpilles
Natural massif with hilltop villages and garrigue landscapes, ideal for walks and Provençal culture.
Museums and Exhibitions
Visit museums and exhibitions to enrich your culture.
Museum of Roman Civilization
Located in Nîmes, this museum offers an immersion into the region's Roman history.
Carré d'Art museum
This is the contemporary art museum in Nîmes. Located opposite the Maison Carrée, it houses a collection of over four hundred works dating from 1960 to the present day.
Museum of Fine Arts
In the heart of Nîmes, the Museum of Fine Arts welcomes you on a journey through time and space.
Nîmes Natural History Museum
Collections of paleontology, ethnography, and zoology housed in a 19th-century mansion.
Museum of Old Nîmes
Located in the former episcopal palace, it retraces local history and craftsmanship (Nîmes textiles, etc.).
Beaches and Rivers
Selection of the best spots to cool off around Nîmes.
Gardon Gorges
Just a few kilometers from Nîmes, these gorges offer crystal-clear waters ideal for swimming and pebble beaches to relax.
Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Charming coastal village about an hour's drive away, with beautiful sandy Mediterranean beaches.
Sautadet Waterfalls
Located near Nîmes, these spectacular waterfalls formed by the Cèze River provide an idyllic setting for swimming and cooling off.
Tarn Gorges
About two hours from Nîmes, these gorges offer several swimming spots with clear waters and natural beaches.
Port Camargue
Europe's largest marina, located in Grau-du-Roi, about 1h from Nîmes. An ideal spot for swimming, water sports, and seaside relaxation.
La Grande Motte (Grand Travers Beach)
Iconic beach between La Grande Motte and Carnon, ideal for swimming and water sports, with wide stretches of fine sand.