Explore Van Gogh’s Arles with an immersive audio tour. Discover the sites, stories, and inspirations behind his masterpieces. Start your artistic journey today.
- Jardin d’Ete - Start your journey in front of Van Gogh’s bust in the Summer Garden, diving into his vibrant world of resilience and artistic genius.
- Roman Theatre of Arles - Discover how Caesar transformed Arles into a mini Rome, featuring a historic theater that continues to inspire awe.
- Arles Amphitheatre - Explore the grand amphitheater where gladiators once fought, a testament to the city’s Roman legacy.
- The Yellow House - Pass by the former location of Van Gogh’s residence on Place Lamartine, where he lived and created some of his most famous works.
- Pont de Trinquetaille - Cross the bridge that inspired Van Gogh’s “Bridge at Trinquetaille,” reflecting on the serene views he captured in his paintings.
- Van Gogh Cafe (Cafe La Nuit) - Visit the café that inspired “Café Terrace at Night,” and imagine the artist sketching scenes in this vibrant spot.
- Place de la République - Stroll through this bustling public square, absorbing the atmosphere that Van Gogh often depicted in his work.
- Les Vestiges de l’Aqueduc Romain - Marvel at the remnants of a Roman temple, symbolizing Arles’ rich history and its influence on Van Gogh’s artistry.
- Musee Reattu - Pass the museum housing works of contemporary artists who, like Van Gogh, drew inspiration from the vibrant Provençal light and color.
- Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church - Learn about Van Gogh’s disdain for this grand church and its role in his tumultuous relationship with religion.
- L’espace Van Gogh - End your tour at the cultural center, formerly the hospital where Van Gogh recuperated after his self-mutilation incident.
- Unlimited, lifetime use of the tour before and after booking date
- Virtual playback option to listen like an audiobook
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Self-guided GPS tour for flexible exploration
- Directions to the starting point
- Smartphone and headphones (please bring your own)
- Entry fees to museum or attractions mentioned en route
Enter the artist’s inner world and see the sites that inspired his masterpieces on this self-guided audio tour. Experience the magic of GPS-playback on this immersive stroll through Arles.
Van Gogh had a rocky start as an art dealer at age 16, but he didn‘t just throw in the towel. He picked up a paintbrush and scribbled his way into history. On this walking tour with art historian Pamela Morton, you‘ll explore the sites around Arles that inspired some of his best-known artworks, and find out what motivated him and what led to his deteriorating mental state.
You‘ll see the cafés, parks, bridges, and riverside views he painted as he made his rounds through the city. You‘ll encounter the local folks who colored his world, from innkeepers to doctors, getting a backstage pass into the artist‘s inner world. Along the way, you‘ll hear about his artistic concerns, his plans for the future, his hopes and fears, and learn about the key relationships he had.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
