Aix en provence is a richfull city at all levels, very well known for its outside markets every two days, churches, museums, wine tours, for the thermal bath amenities (and lots of spa), and its famous festival.
Aix is an amazing point to visit all famous villages of the Luberon region, 'Roussillon, Gordes, Lourmarin, l'ile sur la sorgue" have been elected and labelized as one of "most beautiful villages of france". They are only 45 mn away drinving. The french riviera is at about 1.30 hour.