Must-see sites

Just a short walk from Nîmes and its treasures, set out to discover the must-see sites that make the region so rich. Between majestic Roman remains, characterful villages and unspoilt natural landscapes, each getaway promises an authentic immersion in the heart of the heritage and Mediterranean art of living, for moments of escape combining culture, history and wonder.

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Nîmes
Nîmes
Les Arènes de Nîmes
Just a few steps from Hôtel Marquis de la Baume, the Nîmes Arena is among the best-preserved Roman amphitheatres in the world.
Built in the 1st century, this iconic monument could accommodate up to
24,000 spectators.

Today, it hosts a varied programme combining concerts, bullfights and major events. A must-see visit, to be enjoyed by day or in the evening, when the site lights up and reveals its full atmosphere.

Maison Carrée
UNESCO World Heritage Site - Nîmes
Maison Carrée
Located just a few minutes’ walk from Hôtel Marquis de la Baume, the Maison Carrée is one of the best-preserved Roman temples in the world. Built at the turn of the Common Era, it stands out for its elegant Corinthian-column façade, which has inspired many architects over the centuries, including Thomas Jefferson.

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it now houses an immersive film retracing the splendour of ancient Rome and the history of Nîmes.

A must-see visit, ideal for beginning your discovery of the historic centre.

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Nîmes
Nîmes
Les Jardins de La Fontaine
About a fifteen-minute walk from Hôtel Marquis de la Baume, the Gardens of la Fontaine are among the first public gardens laid out in France, in the 18th century, around a sacred spring already revered in Antiquity.

With its pools, statues and shaded avenues of centuries-old plane trees, the park offers an ideal setting for a peaceful stroll, especially at the end of the day.
Continuing the walk towards Mont Cavalier, you reach the Tour Magne, a remnant of the Roman walls, which from its summit reveals a remarkable panorama over Nîmes and the surrounding landscapes.

Nîmes
La Tour Magne
Accessible in around twenty minutes on foot from Hôtel Marquis de la Baume, the Tower Magne overlooks the Jardins de la Fontaine and is one of the last remnants of Nîmes’ Roman fortifications, built under Augustus.
After a climb through the park, this former watchtower rewards visitors with an exceptional panorama over the city, the rooftops of Nîmes and, on a clear day, the Cévennes hills.

An exceptional viewpoint from which to appreciate the city’s historical and geographical significance.

Nîmes

Musée
de la Romanité

A must-see to understand the richness of Nîmes’ heritage and its nickname as the “French Rome.”

Opposite the Arena and just a few minutes’ walk from Hôtel Marquis de la Baume, the Musée de la Romanité, inaugurated in 2018, offers an immersion in the city’s ancient history within contemporary architecture.

Its route presents more than 5,000 archaeological objects tracing nearly twenty centuries of history, from the Roman period to the Middle Ages.

IN THE HEART OF NÎMES

Heritage
& discoveries

Between ancient remains, contemporary architecture and must-see sites, the city offers a wide variety of visits within walking distance. Ideally located, Hôtel Marquis de la Baume makes it easy to take full advantage of this accessibility and is a privileged starting point for discovering Nîmes on foot, combining culture, history and the art of living, for a complete stay in the heart of the destination.
Carré d'Art
9 MIN · WALK Carré d'Art
Opposite the Maison Carrée, the Carré d’Art is a contemporary building designed by Norman Foster, inaugurated in 1993, housing a contemporary art museum and a media library. It presents European collections from the 1960s to the present day in a bright space in dialogue with the ancient heritage.
 Porte d’Auguste
2 MIN · ON FOOT Porte d’Auguste
A remnant of the Roman walls built under Emperor Augustus, the Porte d’Auguste was the main entrance to the ancient city on the Via Domitia. Its monumental arches, still perfectly preserved, bear witness to Nîmes’ strategic role in Roman times.
5 MIN · ON FOOT Tour de l'Horloge
Built in the 15th century on the remains of a Roman temple, the Clock Tower is an emblematic landmark of Nîmes’ historic centre. Its Gothic belfry topped with a wrought-iron campanile overlooks the rooftops of the old town and houses the Sainte-Perpétue church, well worth a stop for its peaceful atmosphere.
 Les Halles
3 MIN · ON FOOT Les Halles
Just a few steps from Hôtel Marquis de la Baume, Les Halles de Nîmes is a must for discovering local flavours and regional products. Beneath the dome of this covered market, producers and artisans come together in a lively, typically Mediterranean atmosphere.
15 MIN · BY CAR Bois des Espeisses
Just a few minutes from the centre of Nîmes, the woods offer a true nature break, ideal for a peaceful walk. Its shaded paths wind through pines and holm oaks, in a preserved environment away from the bustle of the city.
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