Nimes is not a classic destination in France for the British tourist.
The towns small airport has just a couple of flights per week and Ryanair operates them from Luton.
Still Nimes has a good amount to offer and it's proximity to Montpellier and Avignon makes it a great base for day trips by train.
Best to book your hotel close to the Nimes central train station.
Here are some of the sights in Nimes:
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Fountaine Pradier, Nimes |
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Amphitheatre of Nimes |
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Maison Caree, Nimes |
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Jardin de la Fontaine, Nimes |
Nimes to Montpellier trip by train is 30 mins and off you go to some great place such as Promenade du Peyrou bellow:
Nimes to Avignon trip by train is also30 mins and then you can visit the amazing medieval town and the famous bridge:
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Avignon bridge |
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Street in Avignon |