Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
French
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
Typical Duration
7 nights
Price Range
$1,333–$8,087 per person
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to the Rhône Valley's medieval towns and world-renowned wine regions, offering river cruise passengers access to historic Avignon, Arles, and Provençal culture.
Cruises that visit Tarascon
Build Your Day in Tarascon
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 11:00 AM
Usually about 3 hours ashore
Getting around:
Camargue Regional Nature Park
Beautiful place - great for bird watching, horse riding and hiking
La Galerie
Shopping center with a glass entrance
Closes soon · 8 PM
CAP SUD
Fashion shops & a supermarket
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Mon
Tarascon Castle
The medieval castle of Tarascon on the banks of the Rhone.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Sun
Plage Saintes Maries de la mer
Onsite services
Kiabi Store Tarascon
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Mon
Intermarché SUPER Tarascon
Curbside pickup·Credit cards·Batteries
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Sun
La Romaniquette
Closed · Opens 10 AM Sun
Beaucaire Castle
Free entry, free exploring, free views ❤️
Closes soon · 8 PM
Clé Des Champs
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 5:30 AM Mon
Auchan Supermarché Tarascon
Curbside pickup·Credit cards·Batteries
Closes soon · 8 PM
Lidl
Supermarket selling discount groceries
Closes soon · 8 PM
Tailles de Bon
Dine-in·No delivery
La Maison Penchée
Dine-in·Drive-through·No delivery
Bistro La Caseta
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Chez Maria et Didier Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Le Bistrot des Anges
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Église Sainte-Marthe de Tarascon
Well worth a visit if you find yourself in Tarascon-Beaucaire.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Sun
Restaurant Ineffable
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Souleiado
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Bistrot du Roubian
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Restaurant le Château
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Sun
Mas des Comtes de Provence by Groupe Lombardot
Wonderful place, nice ambience, good food and very kind personnel.
Le Sam
Amazing food, amazing coffee and incredibly nice people!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Sun
Le comptoir des gourmets
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
LA CASA AUSTRAL
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
RESTAURANT TARTARIN
Dine-in·No delivery
Botanical Garden
Musée Souleiado
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
LeTerminus Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Le Rallye
No delivery
Closes soon · 8 PM
Office de Tourisme de Tarascon
Closed · Opens 9 AM Sun
Bar Lou Gardian
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Open now
Douce | Concept store & Coffee shop
Dine-in
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Marché aux Affaires
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
La table du Roi René
Bar Des Loisirs
No delivery
Open now
Porte de la Condamine
Restaurant Les Mazets des Roches
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Le P Tit Bar
All the regulars know each other.
AMA COFFEE
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Restaurant de Tourrel
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Brasserie Sucellus
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
RESTAURANT SAINT GABRIEL
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Statue de la Tarasque
Tartarin Plage
Musée Vivant du Flipper / Asso. Culture Flip
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 2:30 PM Sun
Statue de Tartarin de Tarascon
Tarascon
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Brasserie Le Bellagio Restaurant
Dine-in·No delivery
Couvent des Cordeliers
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Le Garage
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Museum of Art and History
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Tue
Le Grand Goubelet
Temporarily closed
Dumon William
Dine-in·No delivery
Open now
Castrum du XIVe siècle proche de la Chapelle de Saint Gabriel
Rue des Halles
Ancienne abbaye Saint-Honorat
Bar Tarascon
Dine-in
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Tarascon
Tarascon serves as a charming port of call along the Rhone River in southeastern France, offering cruise passengers a perfect launching point for exploring the region's rich cultural heritage. While primarily a port of call destination, Tarascon welcomes Riverside Luxury Cruises, which operates 108 upcoming sailings featuring seven-night itineraries that showcase the very best of the Rhone Valley. The port's peak season runs from May through September, making it an ideal time to experience this picturesque corner of Provence.
Stepping ashore in Tarascon, you'll find yourself surrounded by centuries of history and charm. The iconic Château de Tarascon dominates the waterfront with its imposing medieval towers, while the town's proximity to legendary destinations like Avignon, Arles, and the renowned wine regions of Châteauneuf-du-Pape makes it an exceptional base for exploration. Whether you're interested in art, history, wine, or simply soaking in authentic Provençal atmosphere, Tarascon delivers an unforgettable river cruise experience.
Stepping ashore in Tarascon, you'll find yourself surrounded by centuries of history and charm. The iconic Château de Tarascon dominates the waterfront with its imposing medieval towers, while the town's proximity to legendary destinations like Avignon, Arles, and the renowned wine regions of Châteauneuf-du-Pape makes it an exceptional base for exploration. Whether you're interested in art, history, wine, or simply soaking in authentic Provençal atmosphere, Tarascon delivers an unforgettable river cruise experience.
Cruise Lines at Tarascon
- Riverside Luxury Cruises (72 cruises)
