Photos: Isiwal, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0 Rolf Kranz, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Sailko, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0
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Photos: Isiwal, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0 Rolf Kranz, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Sailko, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0
An evening near the amphitheatre
Your local guide
Solène Gaubert
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Highlights
- Roman stone reused in later buildings
- Evening tables filling near the amphitheatre
- The arena lit to highlight original stonework
- A different character after dark
- An hour of Arles by night
About this tour
This evening session follows a street of bars near the amphitheatre as it fills for the evening, finishing with the amphitheatre itself lit up after dark. You see reused Roman stone in later buildings along the way, then the arena's arches glowing under carefully chosen lighting. Solène explains how the evening version of this corner of Arles differs from its daytime character.
The call opens with a sound check as the street starts to fill, then moves toward the amphitheatre as full darkness sets in. Solène keeps things warm and unhurried, letting the lighting and the evening atmosphere set the pace. A short list of the stops follows by message once the session ends.
This suits anyone who has already seen the amphitheatre by day and wants its evening version too. It also suits viewers simply curious about Arles after dark.
Included
- Live video walk with a local guide
- Questions to your guide all the way
- A short list of places to visit later
Not included
- Internet connection
- Travel to the city
Itinerary
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Welcome and sound check 5 min
The guide joins the video call, checks the picture and sound with you, and gives you a quick sense of Arles before heading out.
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Rue du Docteur Fanton at dusk 21 min
The camera follows a street of bars and restaurants near the amphitheatre as evening tables fill outside. I point out which buildings on this street are Roman-era stone reused in later construction.
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Amphitheatre lit at night 21 min
You see the amphitheatre lit from below, its arches taking on a different character after dark than in daylight. I explain how the lighting design was chosen to highlight the original stonework specifically.
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Your questions 9 min
Time to ask anything about Arles: prices, safety, food, or whatever you are curious about.
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A short list to keep 4 min
Before you go, the guide sums up with a few things worth remembering: a dish to try: Tapenade and La Cavalerie, worth a slower look.
Good to know
- A stable wifi or mobile connection makes the picture smoother than a shaky one.
- Any phone, tablet or laptop with a camera works. You watch, the guide does the walking.
- Times are shown in Paris time, so check the time where you are before you book.
- The session is not recorded, and recording it yourself is not allowed. Feel free to take your own notes.
- Ask questions any time, out loud or in the chat. The guide will pause to answer.
- Sessions run in small groups, up to 9 people, so there is room for everyone to ask something.
Questions about this tour
What will the session cover?
The guide walks through Arles, showing you Rue du Docteur Fanton at dusk and Amphitheatre lit at night live on camera, plus whatever else you would like to see.
What happens if my connection drops?
Rejoin with the same link within a few minutes and the guide will catch you up on anything you missed.
Can I ask the guide questions during the session, or is it a fixed script?
Anything, any time. Sessions leave room for your own questions throughout, not just at the end.
Is this suitable if I do not drink?
Yes. Say so when you book and the guide will focus on the atmosphere and venues rather than the drinks list.
How it works
- You get one join link after booking.
- Join from any device: phone, tablet or laptop.
- We meet on Google Meet; the link comes with your booking. I walk Arles live with my phone.
Times shown in Paris time (CET)
Cancellation
Flexible
- Cancel up to 24 hours before the start: full refund.
- Cancel less than 24 hours before the start, or no-show: no refund.
- If the guide cancels or the date does not reach its minimum group: full refund.
- Cancel in My Account → Bookings; the refund is calculated from the start time in the tour's local time.
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