Mercure Cite des Papes

Mercure Cite des Papes is a hotel in Avignon, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur. Mercure Cite des Papes is situated nearby to the theater building Opéra d’Avignon, as well as near the church Avignon Cathedral.

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Opéra d’Avignon and Pont Saint-Bénézet.

Opéra d’Avignon

Theater building

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The Opéra d'Avignon is an opera house located in Avignon, France, that has been in operation for almost two centuries. The initial opera house was constructed in 1824–1825, and opened with its inaugural performance on 30 October 1825.

Pont Saint-Bénézet

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The Pont Saint-Bénézet, also known as the Pont d'Avignon, was a medieval bridge across the Rhône in the town of Avignon, in southern France. Only four arches survive. Pont Saint-Bénézet is situated 450 metres north of Mercure Cite des Papes.

Avignon Cathedral

Church

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Avignon Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church located next to the Palais des Papes in Avignon, France. The cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of Avignon. Avignon Cathedral is situated 240 metres northeast of Mercure Cite des Papes.