Things to do around Nîmes: Pont du Gard, Camargue and beaches
Staying in Nîmes means unpacking your bags in the middle of one of the loveliest corners of the South. In under 45 minutes, you go from Roman aqueducts to Camargue horses and wild beaches. Here are the best day trips from Nîmes, one excursion at a time.
The Pont du Gard, 25 minutes away
A masterpiece of Roman engineering, the Pont du Gard spans the Gardon with its three tiers of arches. About 25-30 minutes from Nîmes, you can walk along the aqueduct, visit the museum and, in summer, swim in the river at the foot of the monument. An outing that amazes all ages.
The Camargue and its horses, 30 minutes away
To the south, the Camargue unfolds its lagoons, rice fields and manades (bull and horse ranches). Pink flamingos, bulls and white horses, horse riding, the fortified town of Aigues-Mortes and Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer: a complete change of scene half an hour from the mas.
The beaches, 30-40 minutes away
The big blue is never far: Le Grau-du-Roi and its harbour, the huge wild beach of Espiguette, or La Grande-Motte and its unique architecture. Plenty to mix cultural visits with days with your feet in the water.
Uzès, Arles, Avignon: the art cities
Uzès, “first duchy of France”, and its Place aux Herbes (under 30 minutes), Arles and its Roman monuments so dear to Van Gogh (30 minutes), Avignon and its Palais des Papes (45 minutes): the region packs in exceptional heritage within a day trip.
The Costières vineyards, right on your doorstep
No need to go far: the Costières de Nîmes can be explored by bike straight from the estate, among vines, olive trees and wine cellars open for tasting. And to taste the local produce without moving, the guinguette (open-air bistro) La Maison MH, open in the summer season, treats you on site.
Stay at the centre of it all: the Costières de Nîmes
To make day trips easy, a well-placed base is best. The Costières countryside, south of Nîmes, puts the Pont du Gard, the Camargue and the beaches within 40 minutes. Discover our holiday rentals and book direct for your ideal starting point.
Frequently asked questions · Day trips from Nîmes
What day trips can you do from Nîmes?
The must-do day trips: the Pont du Gard, the Camargue and its horses, the beaches of Grau-du-Roi and Espiguette, the fortified town of Aigues-Mortes, Uzès, “first duchy of France”, Arles and Avignon.
How far is the Pont du Gard from Nîmes?
The Pont du Gard is about 25-30 minutes by car from Nîmes. In summer you can swim in the Gardon and walk along the Roman aqueduct, one of the most impressive in the world.
What are the nearest beaches to Nîmes?
The beaches of the Gard coast are 30-40 minutes away: Le Grau-du-Roi, the vast wild beach of Espiguette, and La Grande-Motte a little further.
Can you visit the Camargue from Nîmes?
Yes, the Camargue begins about thirty minutes away: lagoons, pink flamingos, manades, horse riding, Aigues-Mortes and Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer.
What can you do around Nîmes with family?
The Pont du Gard (swimming and green spaces), the beaches, a horse ride in the Camargue or the ramparts of Aigues-Mortes delight young and old alike.
Where should I stay to explore around Nîmes?
The Costières countryside, south of Nîmes, is ideally placed for day trips: the Pont du Gard, the Camargue and the beaches are all within 40 minutes. A mas with a pool makes the perfect base.
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