Organize your business seminar in the exceptional setting of Avignon

Avignon, an inspiring and strategically located city for your business seminar

Located at the crossroads of Provence and the Rhône Valley, Avignon is a unique destination in France, combining exceptional historical heritage, remarkable accessibility And southern sweetness of life.

Renowned worldwide for its famous Avignon Bridge, her Palace of the Popes and its theater festival, the papal city seduced also companies looking for a seminar venue combining culture, conviviality and professional efficiency.

Avignon is also a cultural capital. Its International Festival in July attracts thousands of artists and spectators from around the world each year. Museums, theaters, galleries, and exhibitions enliven the city year-round, adding a strong cultural dimension to any business trip.

Organizing a seminar in Avignon means offering your colleagues an inspiring break, between history, gastronomy, art of living and economic dynamism, in a city on a human scale perfectly adapted to professional events.

Why organize your professional event in Avignon? 

A privileged geographical position 

One of Avignon's main assets is its privileged geographical location. The city is located at crossroads of major French and European communication routes. She benefits from a easy access from all major cities:

• TGV Avignon: Avignon TGV station connects Paris in just 2 hours 40 minutes, Lyon in 1 hour, Marseille in 35 minutes and Montpellier in 1 hour 10 minutes
• Avignon-Provence Airport: located around ten kilometers from the city center, it welcomes seasonal flights as well as private jets and is connected to the international airports of Marseille-Provence (1 hour) and Nîmes (45 min)
• Motorway network: The A7 motorway (Paris – Marseille axis) and the A9 (Spain axis) make it easy to reach Avignon by car or coach

This accessibility makes it a strategic destination to bring together teams from different French or European regions.

Choosing Avignon means benefiting from a Mediterranean climate 

Located in the heart of Provence, Avignon benefits from a Mediterranean climate particularly pleasant, which makes it a preferred destination for the organization of seminars, congresses and professional events throughout the year.

The city enjoys more than 2,800 hours of sunshine annually, providing ideal conditions to alternate indoor meetings and outdoor activities.

🌸 In spring and autumn, temperatures are mild and pleasant, between 15°C and 25°C, perfect for organizing outdoor events, cultural visits or team building activities in an inspiring setting.

☀️ In summer, the sun shines generously with temperatures often between 25°C and 35°C. It's the ideal time to enjoy the large terraces, outdoor evenings and the lively Provençal atmosphere, while planning air-conditioned spaces for your work sessions.

❄️ In winter, the climate remains relatively mild and dry, ranging from 10°C to 15°C during the day, allowing seminars to be held in comfortable conditions, with fewer tourists and often more advantageous prices.

Unforgettable team building activities to bring your teams together 

One of the great advantages of Avignon is the diversity of activities possible around the city, allowing the creation of tailor-made programs to strengthen team cohesion. 

Teams Connect : This agency offers a wide range of team-building activities in Avignon: outdoor, indoor, digital, CSR-oriented, etc. As activities, you can find a “Nature Rally” or “Nature & CSR” taking place in the green spaces of Avignon (ex-île de la Barthelasse, parks) to combine discovery, nature, cohesion, ecological escape games, artificial intelligence games or hybrid challenges. 

The agency offers adaptable activities for groups of 10 to 1,000 participants and can be adapted according to your objectives: fun, cohesion, CSR, communication.

Please note: You must specify the number of participants, the duration, and the exact location (city center or outskirts) to adapt the activity.

Arcane Experience : This agency specializes in the "gamification" of corporate events: treasure hunts, escape games, murder parties, treasure hunts, and tailor-made rallies. The format allows us to address issues that go beyond "just fun": internal communication, awareness raising (CSR), and learning through play.

Very good for strengthening collaboration, involving everyone, and creating a memorable experience. In addition, the agency can adjust the level, duration, and message.

Please note: You will need to plan a starting point/location, and perhaps make logistical arrangements if you are leaving the city center.

Quiz Room Avignon : This activity is a "team building through play" in a dedicated location: quiz or blind test in teams, format of approximately 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes. The teams (duos/trios or more) participate in rounds of quizzes or blind tests with buzzer, jokers, various themes. There is a possibility to customize up to 10 questions out of the ~60 of the quiz with your internal themes. 

In addition, you can benefit from packages with prize giving, souvenir photo, and catering/drink options. 

This is a short format, easy to organize, ideal for an afternoon or end of day and very accessible to all profiles, without great physical constraints. 

Note: You must specify the number of team members and the personalization of the questions. 

Where to organize your seminar in Avignon? 

Avignon has a range of facilities and reception venues perfectly suited to seminars, congresses, conventions or corporate incentives.

🏛 The Palais des Papes – an exceptional place

Iconic monument of the city and classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Palace of the Popes is one of the most impressive Gothic buildings in Europe. Built in the 14th century, it bears witness to the period when Avignon was the capital of Christianity. The papal residence of nine successive popes, it majestically dominates the city from its promontory, offering an imposing and recognizable silhouette. With its 15,000 m² of surface area spread over vast interior courtyards, immense vaulted rooms and panoramic terraces, the Palais des Papes immerses each visitor in an atmosphere that is both grandiose and solemn. 

But beyond its historical importance, the Palais des Papes is also today a lively and prestigious place for organizing professional events. Thanks to its different spaces, it can accommodate seminars, conferences, receptions or gala evenings, in an exceptional setting combining heritage and modernity. modular rooms, adapted technical devices and a central location make one ideal site to make an impression on your colleagues and guests.

Located in the heart of Avignon, in the immediate vicinity of hotels, restaurants and parking lots, the Palais des Papes is easily accessible on foot from all strategic points of the city. Its international reputation and its unique setting make it a prestigious and inspiring place, perfect for giving an exceptional dimension to your corporate events.

More information on the Website. 

 Pl. du Palais, 84000 Avignon

Phone : 04 32 74 32 74

🏢 The Exhibition Park

Located in the immediate vicinity of the city and easily accessible, the Exhibition Park  is an ideal infrastructure to accommodate all types professional events: seminars, congresses, trade fairs, conventions, product launches or corporate evenings.

Located just a few minutes from the airport and the TGV station, the Parc Expo benefits from a strategic location at the crossroads of the main motorways in the South of France. Spread over 27 hectares, it has 12 modular halls totaling more than 50,000 m² of covered area, as well as large outdoor spaces allowing it to host events of national and international scope. Thanks to the modularity of its spaces, it can accommodate both trade fairs as well as congresses, exhibitions or large-scale festive events.

The infrastructure is modern and adapted to the highest technical requirements: vehicle access, reinforced electrical networks, storage areas, spacious parking lots, on-site catering, etc. All in a functional environment, facilitating logistics and the implementation of tailor-made projects.

More information on the Website. 

Located a few steps from the Palais des Papes, in the historic center of Avignon, theLa Mirande Hotel is a prestigious address which perfectly embodies French elegance.

Housed in a former 14th-century aristocratic residence, this 5-star establishment combines historic refinement and modern comfort, offering its visitors a unique experience where the charm of yesteryear blends with the excellence of contemporary services.

Behind its discreet facade, La Mirande reveals sumptuous interiors, tastefully decorated in an 18th-century style: fine woodwork, delicate drapes, period furniture, and a cozy atmosphere that immerses its guests in another era.

For businesses, La Mirande provides elegant and modular private lounges, perfect for hosting meetings, management seminars, business lunches or exclusive eventsThe intimate and prestigious atmosphere of these spaces makes them an ideal place for high-end professional meetings, in a unique historical setting in France.

Thanks to its privileged location in the city center, in the immediate vicinity of emblematic sites, transport and cultural venues, the Hotel La Mirande represents an address of choice to combine work, the art of living and elegance during your events in Avignon.

More information on the Website. 

4 Pl. de l'Amirande, 84000 Avignon

Phone:  +33 (0)4 90 14 20 20

🏨 Cloître Saint-Louis, 4★: A historic and peaceful place

Located in the heart of Avignon, just a few minutes' walk from the main emblematic sites such as the Palais des Papes or the Place de l'Horloge, the Saint-Louis Cloister is a unique address which combines historical heritage and modern comfort.

Housed in a former 16th-century Jesuit novitiate, this remarkable building captivates with its elegant architecture, vaulted galleries and large interior cloister lined with lime trees, offering a calm and inspiring atmosphere in the heart of the city.

The establishment houses a 4-star hotel which combines authentic charm and contemporary services.

The interior garden and shaded terrace are ideal for convivial breaks or moments of relaxation between two seminar sessions. The Cloître Saint-Louis is particularly suitable for hostingprofessional events : it has several modular meeting rooms, equipped with the latest audiovisual technologies, able to accommodate both small committees and larger assemblies. Its versatile spaces allow you to organize seminars, conferences, strategic meetings, cocktails or gala dinners, in a setting that combines serenity and prestige.

Thanks to its central location, in the immediate vicinity of the Avignon TGV station (accessible in a few minutes), hotels, restaurants and tourist sites, the Cloître Saint-Louis represents a strategic address for companies wishing to combine logistical efficiency and an exceptional setting. Its peaceful atmosphere, modern infrastructure and heritage character make it an exceptional place to welcome seminars and professional events in the heart of Provence.

More information on the Website. 

20 Rue du Portail Boquier, 84000 Avignon

Phone : 04 90 27 55 55

Choose France Bus for your business trips to Avignon 

A variety of vehicles at your disposal 

France Bus offers a variety of vehicles to best meet your demands and needs: 

• Minivans: 7 seats
• Minibus: 19 seats 
• Midibus: 35 seats 
• Coaches: 50 seats

Discover the Comfort Range and the Prestige Range For carry out your transport during your professional and private events. 

Choosing France Bus as your transport partner means ensuring: 

✅ Comfort 

✅ Serenity

✅ Security 

✅ Punctuality 

In addition, our professional drivers are available to ensure smooth service. 

Discover the advantages of using France Bus transport. 

Some examples of prices for booking your bus or minibus transport in Avignon: 

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