Things to do in  Arles

Arles’ history began in antiquity, as exemplified by well-preserved, UNESCO-listed landmarks such as the Arles Amphitheatre and the Roman Theatre of Arles—visiting one or both is among the top things to do in Arles. However, it’s also inextricably associated with former resident Vincent Van Gogh, who painted hundreds of works that captured the southern city’s energy in all its streaks and whirls. Today, Rhone-side Arles is a popular South of France stop alongside Avignon, Nîmes, and the villages of the Luberon, while its proximity to the wilds of the Camargue, a protected wetland, is another draw.