There is no shortage of tourist activities in Périgueux. Visitors can discover the richness of its historical heritage by visiting Saint-Front Cathedral, one of the jewels of Romanesque architecture, as well as the Périgord Museum of Art and Archeology, which offers art and archeology exhibitions from prehistory to the present day. Food lovers can also enjoy local culinary specialties, such as foie gras, truffles or even Bergerac wines. Tourists can also take advantage of the city's green spaces, such as Gamenson Park, a 10-hectare park in the heart of the city. Périgueux is also a lively city with numerous cultural events throughout the year, such as the Mime and Geste Festival, which highlights the performing arts without words, as well as sporting events such as the Tour de France or the canoeing and kayaking competitions on the Isle River.
- The Byzantine Cathedral of Saint-Front, a UNESCO heritage site
- The Arena Garden where the ruins of a 1st century amphitheater stand between the plane trees
- The medieval district of Saint-Front
- Foie gras and duck from Périgord, a must in Dordogne
- The Périgord truffle, which makes all the delicacy of Périgord cuisine
- The wonders of Périgord, triangular donuts contain, under their crispy envelope, a dough that has remained soft
- The Museum of Art and Archeology, the oldest in Dordogne
- Attend the lively shows at the Cabaret de Périgueux
- Take part in the Mime and Geste festival, which highlights the performing arts without words
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