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Marseille - Wikitravel
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Marseille (Greek: Massalia, Latin: Massilia) is the second most populated city of France (and third most populous urban area), the biggest Mediterranean port and the economic hub of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.
Marseille has a complex history. It was founded by the Phoceans (from the Greek city of Phocaea, now Foça, in modern Turkey) in 600 BC and is one of the oldest cities in Europe. The town is a far cry from the Cézanne paintings and Provençal clichés of sleepy villages, "pétanque" players, and Marcel Pagnol novels. With around one million inhabitants, Marseille is the second-largest city in France in terms of population and the largest in terms of area. Its population is a real melting pot of different cultures. It is also said that there are more Comorian people in Marseille than in Comoros. Indeed, the people of Marseille have varying ethnic backgrounds, with many Italians and Spanish having immigrated to the area after the Second World War.
Marseille is a place for people who are not afraid to discover a real place with real people visiting colorful markets (like Noailles market) that will make you feel like you are in Africa, or the Calanques (a natural area of big cliffs falling into the sea - Calanque means fjord), the Panier area (the oldest place of the town and historically the place where newcomers installed) or the Vieux-Port (old harbor) and the Corniche (a road along the sea), Marseille has much to offer.
Office of Tourism & Conventions, 11 La Canebière, 13001 Marseille, ☎ +33 826500500, [x].
Marseille-Provence International Airport (IATA|MRS), 13700 Marignan, [x]. It is located about 30 km from Marseille. Buses, taxis, and a train connect it in less than 30 minutes. Shuttle services from other European cities have made more places available from Marseille. Airport buses go directly from the airport to the train station (Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles), and from the train station to the airport, every 15 minutes.
The main train station is Marseille St. Charles. It is well-linked to the rest parts of the city, as the two subway lines and many buses stop there. It is a short walk away from the Canebière and the Old Port. Beware that the station is located on a small hill. If you decide to go to the station on foot, you will have to climb a series of steps which may appear inconvenient, especially if you carry heavy pieces of luggage. To avoid the stairs, walk along the path to the left of the steps until you reach the lower floor of the station, then take the escalator up.
Eurolines[2] has many connections all over Europe. There are at least direct connections from Marseille to Barcelona, Prague, and Tangier. The bus station is next to the main train station, the St. Charles Station at Rue Honnorat. You get access through Platform N in the train station. Also, there is a temporary office at Platform N.
There is also a Eurolines office on the 3 Allée Léon Gambetta. If you walk down the big stairs on the south side of the station, follow the road until you come to a squarelike intersection. The office is on your left hand.
Marseille is very well connected to most French cities through numerous highways. As always in France those highways are expensive but practical, comfortable, and fast. Marseille is around 8 hours from Paris by car, 2 hours from Nice, 1h30 from Montpellier, 4 hours from Toulouse and 3 hours from Lyon. However, be aware that driving in the city center is a nightmare - park your car somewhere safe and stick to public transport whenever you can.
Marseille is served by a relatively good public transport system, the Régie des Transports de Marseille RTM[3] covering 2 underground railway lines (métro), 2 tram lines, and 74 bus lines. If you have any mobility problems, are in a wheelchair, or have a child in a pushchair, you should be aware that almost every métro station has stepped in it somewhere and some will have several flights of stairs - stick to the trams and buses which are a better option.
The number of transfers is unlimited (including the return journeys) within the one-hour limit between the first boarding and last transfer on the network (you must validate with each entry to the bus). The subway and tram systems stop running every night at 01:00. Beware that until October 2025, the metro stops at 21:30 from Monday to Thursday with free replacement bus shuttles. Most bus routes do not operate after 21:00, although a limited network of night buses (Fluobus) operates with infrequent service (about every 30 minutes) until 01:00. Using a taxi is recommended if you need to travel after 21:00.
Tickets for buses and the métro can be bought in cafés, at subway and tram stations. Single-ride tickets allow unlimited transfers between metro, bus, and trams within 1 hour of initial use, but need to be validated at every re-entry. The fare is €1.70(can be differentiated from the time, zone, age)[4] and it can be conveniently paid contact-less by tapping the credit card onto the validators at the doors or metro gates. You can also buy tickets from the bus drivers for 2€. Alternatively, there is a multi-journey ticket for 10 trips (carte libertés) at €15.00. A daily ticket (carte journée) costs €5.20, and a 72-hour ticket costs €10.80. Valid for an unlimited number of trips, on the RTM network: bus, metro, tramway, ferry boat (excluding sea shuttles), and on the Transmétropole network.
The Pilote[5], includes all the bus, tram, and metro schedules but is easier to read than the RTM sites. Moreover, this site repeats the schedules of the majority of transport in common routes around the wider region (tram, interurban buses, regional trains [TER]) and makes it possible to search for journeys in Marseille and the nearby communes. Google Maps is fairly reliable too.
Airport transfers are available for €10 each way to and from Gare Saint Charles (or €16 for a return ticket). Tickets may be bought online, by credit card with the driver or at the cabin between Hall 1 and Hall 3/4 of the main terminal and at a separate kiosk in the new Gare Routière, after Voie Platform N in the Gare St Charles. The bus runs every 20 minutes for 10, 30, and 50 minutes past the hour. The ride is about 30 minutes. The bus says Navette Aeroport - Gare St Charles on it. From Gare St Charles, the métro can get you to most hotels. At night (00:00-5:00), the bus terminal in Marseille is closed and you have to walk to the left around the building to reach the busses on the other side.
Avoid taking your car if you possibly can. Marseille, at least the center, has narrow streets, one-way streets, random lane changes and so on which can drive both locals and non-locals crazy. The local drivers have a well-deserved reputation for fearlessness - particularly if they are on two wheels. In addition, Marseille has some of the lowest parking fines in France - parking fines are rarely enforced and consequently, you will find cars parked (and sometimes double parked) everywhere.
Due to the new tunnel that is being built to try to alleviate some of Marseille's traffic problems, satellite navigational systems such as the Tom Tom are likely to be out of date and dangerous if followed. For instance, following a Tom Tom in the center of Marseille could take you across newly installed pedestrian areas or Tram lines. The one-way system has also completely changed.
Be careful of rogue taxi drivers. While there aren't many, there are a few and a €20 ride can quickly become a €40 ride. If you think you've been cheated get the taxi driver's number (located in the rear of the car, often on the window) and go to the Tourist's Office at 4, La Canebière (near Le Vieux Port) and speak to a representative, they can and will get your money back if you've been ripped off. They will also get the taxi driver in significant trouble.
For more information about taxis in France, see the main France article.
A Ferry Boat crosses the Old Harbour (Vieux Port). It is a tourist attraction in itself known as the shortest commercial boat ride in Europe. Several other ferries propose connexions with L'Estaque, Les Goudes, La Pointe-Rouge, and Le Frioul. They cost 5€ a return trip but a 1 week RTM transportation pass (13€) comprises them (except Frioul island) which is very interesting. Also, there are several companies proposing boat tours of the Calanques, like mini-cruises.
Marseille has the excellent Le vélo[6] bicycle hire scheme in place, but there are basically no cycle paths and the few that are there are usually filled with pedestrians or parked cars, which makes cycling in Marseille a rather dangerous affair. The vélo scheme costs 1 euro for a week's subscription. Each time you hire a bike, the first 30 minutes are free, then each hour costs 1 euro. Note that there is a 150 euro deposit which will be charged if you don't return the bike properly. Univélo Marseille is a mobile app that gives you live bike or park availability in the 100+ bike stations.
d'If Castle (Château d'If), Island. The castle was built on a small island off the city, initially as a defensive structure, and was later used as a prison. It is most famous for its place in the novel The Comte de Monte-Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. Tourist boats leave from the Vieux Port for a 15-minute ride. The boats do get full, especially on a weekend, so if you want to leave on a specific boat, you're advised to arrive an hour before the trip to buy the tickets (they are issued for a specific time). Then you can kill the time before the ride by visiting the nearby attractions; a Notre Dame church is around 15 minutes away by foot if you are good at walking uphill. Both the island and the castle are small, and everything there can be seen and photographed in 20 minutes. But due to the boat schedules you will spend at least an hour there until the boat picks you up, so don't rush. There are no shops there, so pack your lunch and drinks. A toilet is available. Both the castle and the island offer very limited access to wheelchair users. The entrance to the Castle costs 6 Euro. The whole exhibition is focused on the Count of Monte-Cristo novel, so unless you're a fan, plan your time differently.
Housing unit (Unité d'Habitation). It was designed by Le Corbusier. The building is called "la maison du fada" (the house of the foolish) by local people. The building contains a shopping street, a church, a children's school, and housing. You can access the roof and enjoy the breathtaking view of Marseille between the hills and sea (10am-6pm). There is a bar, restaurant, hotel on the 3rd floor too. Take bus B1 from Rond-Point du Prado metro.
L'Estaque and blue coast (L'Estaque and côte bleue). It is a fishing port that is just starting to exploit its tourist potential through its connections to Cézanne. You can get there on bus #35 heading from La Joliette (to get to La Joliette take metro Line 2).
le Cours Julien & la plaine. A hangout area with bookstores, cafés, fountains, and a playground for the small ones (metro stop Cours Julien/Notre Dame du Mont). It is a trendy area of Marseille, with lots of graffiti, lots of bars and restaurants at night. La Plaine is the local name for Place Jean Jaurès close to Cours Julien. Every Thursday and Saturday morning the Plaine market is the place to shop. On Wednesday morning, you can enjoy the market with local farmers with organic fruits and vegetables.
Le Panier, [x]. Old city right next to the Vieux-Port. Panier means basket in French, but in Marseille, it is the name of the oldest area of the town. In the middle of this area, there is the Vieille Charité, a wonderful old monument, now hosting museums and exhibitions. This area is like a village of the Provence right in the city center. Lots of craftsmen, creators, handmade shops, and restaurants are in beautiful places. You can enjoy a beautiful walk there walking down the narrow streets with colored old buildings until the cathedral La Major and the new museum MuCEM.
Palais Longchamp
Longchamp palace (Palais Longchamp), Bd Jard. Zoologique, 13004 Marseille, ☎ +33 491552551, [x]. Monument from the mid-1800s with a waterfall & reservoir built to bring water to the city. From the Réformé church (up the Canebière) you can follow the Boulevard Longchamp where you can see nice examples of old upper-class buildings to arrive at Palais Longchamp. The palais is worth visiting though it won't take you long. The Palace houses two museums: the Museum of Fine Arts in its left wing and the Museum of Natural History in its right wing.
Marseille Observatory, 2 place Le Verrier, 13004 Marseille, ☎ +33 413552155, [x]. The Marseille Observatory was created in 1702 and in 1860 the Observatory was transferred to the Longchamp plateau to house new instruments and a large Foucault telescope. Over the years, the importance of this observatory decreased as new observatories with large telescopes appeared. In Observatory is a possible tour for the groups.
Noailles. The area around the Noailles subway station is one of the city's most interesting. Lined with Arabic and Indo-Chinese shops, some of the streets could be part of a bazaar in Algeria. A fascinating area.
Old Port of Marseille (Vieux Port). There you can watch fishermen selling their stock by auction is a must. Arriving in Marseille in the Vieux-Port on a summer evening is something you will never forget. You can watch this show by going to Frioul islands or Chateau d'If and going back late in the afternoon. There is also a nice view of the harbor from the Palais du Pharo (Pharo Palace). The famous Canebière Avenue goes straight down the harbor. However, the Canebière is not that interesting despite its reputation.
Abbey of Saint-Victor, Pl. Saint-Victor, 13007 Marseille, ☎ +33 496112260, [x]. Fortified abbey founded by St. Cassian and built over the 5th-century crypt housing his sarcophagus.
Notre Dame de la Garde
Basilica of Notre-Dame of la Garde (Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde), Rue Fort du Sanctuaire, 13006 Marseille, ☎ +33 4 91 13 40 80, [x]. Big church which overlooks the city. It was built on the foundations of an ancient fort at the highest natural point in Marseille. Construction of the basilica began in 1853 and lasted for over forty years. The exterior of the building features layered stonework in contrasting colors. The basilica was built in a Roman-Byzantine style (with domes, stones polychromy, gold, and mosaics) and has two parts higher and lower. Old fishermen used to have their boats blessed in this church. You can still see many boat models hanging around in the church. From there it is one of the nicest views of the city. You can use the tourist train from the Vieux Port to reach the church - you can get off the train, look around, and board a later train back to the port. It is about a 15-20 minute walk from the port, but it is quite steep uphill.
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Mary Major (Cathédrale Basilique Sainte-Marie-Majeure (La Major)), Place Albert Londres, 13002 Marseille, [x]. Gigantic Cathedral is situated on the coast. It is the only cathedral built in the 19th century in France, its massive architecture of New Byzantine style makes it a wonderful place to visit inside and outside, with a new large esplanade.
Great Synagogue of Marseille (Consistoire Israëlite de Marseille), 117 Rue Breteuil, Marseille, ☎ +33 4 91 37 49 64, [x]. This Hebrew cult building took place of inauguration in 1864 and now is the oldest in Marseille among such types of buildings. It has a unique Romano-Byzantine style architecture.
Saint-Vincent-de-Paul Church (Les Réformés church Église Saint-Vincent de Paul), 2 Cr Franklin Roosevelt, 13001 Marseille, ☎ +33 491485745, [x]. It is better known as the Church of the Reformed. Built in neo-Gothic style in 1886. Its façade has three portals and is surrounded by two bell towers, the spires are 70 m high. Inside it consists of a nave with two side aisles. In 2023 it is in the final stages of restoration.
Backside Gallery, 88 Rue de l'Évêché, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 491017361, [x]. The gallery is dedicated to the urban art form of street art. Also, it presents avant-garde and ambitious works which have been made through artistic collaboration. The exhibition highlights are the works of talented French and international artists.
Grobet-Labadie Museum (Musee Grobet-Labadie), 140 Bd Longchamp, 13001 Marseille, ☎ +33 413948380, [x]. The museum housed in a 19th-century mansion represents a very rich collection of a merchant family from the bourgeoisie of Marseille.
Kokanas Gallery (Galerie Kokanas), Chemin du Vallon de l'Oriol, Marseille, ☎ +33 608961802, [x]. The gallery is a unique exhibition space where various art forms. The group of artists display their works and arrange fairs and exhibitions.
Marseille History Museum (Musée d'Histoire de Marseille), 14 Square Belsunce, 13001 Marseille, ☎ +33 4 91 55 36 00, [x]. The Museum exhibits the major archaeological finds discovered from the excavated sites.
MuCEM (Mucem - Musée des civilisations de l'Europe et de la Méditerranée), 1 Esp. J4, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 484351313, [x]. The 2013-opened Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations is now famous for its unique architecture and integration with the Fort Saint-Jean, castle which is now a free part of the museum.
Museum of Fine Arts of Marseille (Musée des Beaux-Arts de Marseille), Palais Longchamp Aile gauche, 9 Rue Edouard Stephan, 13004 Marseille, ☎ +33 491145930, [x].
Museum of Illusion Marseille (Musée de l'illusion Marseille), Place Albert Londres, Boulevard Jacques Saade, Marseille, ☎ +33 491933389, [x]. Each exhibit of the illusion is accompanied by a rational and scientific explanation. Visit this museum for your curiosity.
Museum of Mediterranean Archeology (Musée d'Archéologie méditerranéenne), Centre de la Vieille Charité, 2 Rue de la Charité, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 4 91 14 58 59 (fax: +33 4 91 14 58 76), [x]. Beautifully displayed archaeology, graffiti, and lapidary collections in a historic building. Nice exhibits from Iron Age Italy, Etruria, Greece, and Cyprus, as well as some Near Eastern pieces from Susa and Khorsabad. Impressive photo exhibition on Syria, with images from before the destruction.
Museum of the Roman Docks (Musée des Docks romains), 28 Pl. Vivaux, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 491 91 24 62, [x]. The Museum of Roman Docks represents the remains of one of the rare Roman commercial warehouses known in the world. The Museum presents 30 dolia or large jars of Roman times. The dolia are the large ceramic containers, used in Roman times, primarily in the agricultural field. They were used to store wine or oil.
Regards de Provence Museum (Musee Regards de Provence audoyer), Av. Vaudoyer, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 496174040, [x]. The Museum reveals the Memory of the Marseille Sanitary Station.
Borely park (Parc Borély), Av. du Parc Borély, 13008 Marseille, ☎ +33 491552551. open 6:30-21:00. A large great park, 300 meters from the sea. After a siesta go to the park to have a drink at Escale Borely (a place with numerous restaurants and bars on the beach) or watch the sunset several hundred meters from the sea.
Boulevard Longchamp. Straight-lined Boulevard by plane trees is 580 meters (0.4 miles) long. Its name comes from the palace name located at its eastern end. In 2007 there has been constructed a way to the tramway T2 line.
Longchamp Park, 13004 Marseille, ☎ +33 491551111. In 1862 there was built a monumental fountain at the Longchamp Palace, then a double staircase encircling the fountain. The public garden, known as the "Plateau Garden", was inaugurated in 1869. Around the same time, a water tower and two rooms for collecting the water from the Marseille canal (built-in 1847) were added there. Worth mentioning that there was great input from the famous park designer Édouard André. Over the years, 3 gardens have appeared in the disposition of the park. Now are open to the public only 2: the "Plateau Garden" and the "Zoological Garden".
Mazargues War Cemetry, On the way to Luminy, 13009 Marseille (against 19 Av. du Maréchal de Lattre de Tassigny, 13009 Marseille). A war cemetery dedicated to WW I and WW II martyrs from the Allies, especially the Indian and Chinese gunners, and runners. A very serene place, it is the perfect place to spend some time thinking about the people who laid down their lives and the madness of war.
Parc national des Calanques, 141 avenue du Prado, Bâtiment A, 13008 Marseille, ☎ +33 4 20 10 50 00, [x]. The Calanques are a series of miniature fjords in the south of Marseille near Cassis. They are best accessed from the Les Goudes area (bus #19 Montredon, then bus #20 Callelongue) and from the University campus at Luminy which can be reached by bus #21 departing from Rond Point du Prado opposite the Stade Velodrome or from Vieux Port (the bus fee is only 1,50 euros). The 'fjords' are amazing with wonderful blue sea and spectacular limestone cliffs. Enjoy not only mini fjords but also rocks and even a fountain that played a special role in the historic negotiations.
Beaches. The northern part of the Marseille coast is home to many ports, while the southern part is home to beaches. Several beaches exist in Marseille. The most typical are Catalans, Prophètes, Pointe-Rouge and Corbières. However, after a big rain, some of them might be polluted and then closed. Nice places to swim and relax at the sea are also to be found on the Corniche, on the rocks ahead of Vallon des Auffes, and next to the military camp in Malmousque.
Biking (Fada Bike Tours & Rentals Marseille), 34 Rue Plan Fourmiguier Rue du, 13007 Marseille, [x].
Bungee jumping (Latitude Challenge), 40 Av. de Saint-Antoine, 13015 Marseille, ☎ +33 491090410, [x]. Dare to take the plunge from the highest bridge in Europe of 182m. There are some limitations. Contact the organizers.
Climbing (Guides 13 / Climbing Mountaineering Ski), 85 Rue Denis Magdelon, 13009 Marseille, ☎ +33 664817129, [x]. Discover, learn, or improve your climbing skills. You awaites Calanques - Verdon - Écrins - Queyras - Hautes-Alpes.
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Corniche Promenade. A walkway and a road by the sea that provides lovely views of the sea, the Chateau d'If to the south, and les Calanques to the east. Vallon des Auffes, a small picturesque port under a viaduct, is particularly remarkable.
Dome of Marseille Live music venue (Le Dôme de Marseille), 48 Av. de Saint-Just, 13004 Marseille, ☎ +33 413948400, [x].
Ecopark Adventures Marseille (Saint-Jérôme - Accrobranche Marseille), 20 Bd Madeleine Rémusat, 13013 Marseille, ☎ +33 652551088, [x]. Treetop adventures await there both day and night.
Go-kart track (Karting Le Rove), 1 Chem. de la Bergerie, 13740 Le Rove, ☎ +33 671104274, [x].
Golf (Golf Blue Coast), Rue Maurice Ravel, 13960 Sausset-les-Pins, ☎ +33 442453902, [x].
Hiking, [x]. The walk along the coast from Cassis to Marseille is spectacular. It can be done in one day at a fast pace. The trail (GR) is clearly marked (red and white strips). From Luminy, you can turn left to Cassis or right to Callelongue (a bus connects you to bus #19, which takes you back to Place Castellane in the center). From June to September some of the Calanques can be closed due to the high risk of fire. There exsist other sites for hiking: Grotte du Grosibou; Sentier de la Batarelle; Vallon d ol; Allée du Pic de l'Étoile; Col de Cante-Perdrix; Flamme du régiment; Malmousque Marseille.
Ice skating rink (Patinoire Palais Omnisports Marseille Grand-Est), 12 Bd Fernand Bonnefoy, 13010 Marseille, ☎ +33 491165270. There is no age limit to learning to skate.
Joliette Performing arts theater (Théâtre Joliette), 2 Pl. Henri Verneuil, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 491907428, [x].
Kitesurfing and Wingfoil (Jawaï Kitesurf School Kitesurfing School Wingfoil - E-Foil), Le Marysol, 119 Av. Henri Fabre, 13700 Marignane, ☎ +33 626563502, [x].
Maldormé beach (Plage de Maldormé), Anse de Maldorme, Marseille. Well, you won't find sand there, but this beach is situated on a rocky scenic spot.
Marseille Opera (Opéra de Marseille), Rue Molière, Marseille, ☎ +33 491551499, [x]. Opera and concerts.
Marseille seacoast ride. So, forget the Canebière, forget the "savon de Marseille" (Marseille soap), forget the clichés, and just have a ride from l'Estaque to Les Goudes and you will not forget them.
Thermal baths (Camoins les Bains), 50 Rte de la Treille, 13011 Marseille, ☎ +33 491430250.
Acotraluz, [x]. end of August. Electronic music festival
Avec le Temps festival, [x]. Every spring the Espace Julien (one of the main concert halls in town) consists of many concerts of French artists, in many genres (Pop, Chanson, Rock, Folk).
Festival du Wind. annually in mid-September. It takes place on the lawns and beaches of the Prado Seaside Park (Parc Balnéaire du Prado.
Festival Le Bon Air, [x]. Vibrant gathering for music enthusiasts from electronic legends to local labels. The festival takes place in a former tobacco factory.
Fete du Panier, [x]. in June. A festival that celebrates the cultural, musical, and gastronomical heritage of Marseille.
Fiesta From the South (La Fiesta Des Suds), [x]. At the Dock des Suds, in October is a famous festival dedicated to World music. You can attend concerts of artists such as Asian Dub Foundation, Buena Vista Social Club, or Cesaria Evora.
Jazz des 5 continents, [x]. in July. Musical evenings full of jazz from the Gaby Villa, through the “Palais Longchamp” or the ‘Vieille Charité’.
La Foire aux Santons, [x]. It is a very picturesque Christmas market held from late November near the Canebière and Vieux Port. Provence is the home of santons, terracotta figurines used in nativity scènes known as crèches. Some merchants and many churches display impressive crèches of their own.
Marsatac, [x]. The electronic and urban music festival since 1997 occurs at the end of September. Artists who performed there were for example Public Enemy, Nouvelle Vague, Mogwai, Peaches, Laurent Garnier, Aphex Twin.
Marseille International Film Festival (FID Marseille Festival International du Documentaire), [x]. November.
Parallèle, [x]. Dance, theater, visual arts, and performance, dedicated to a rising generation of local, national, and international artists.
Utopia, [x]. end of September. It takes place over the historic site of the Friche la Belle de Mai. Multi-sensory experience to feel the Electronic Culture and Solidarity of Marseille.
In Marseille, on 8 May 2024, the Flame from the Paris 2024 Torch will open the Olympic celebrations and mark the start of an uninterrupted four-month traveling throughout the land.
Marseille 1 gym - Fitness Park Bourse (Gym Marseille 1 - Fitness Park Bourse), C.C. Centre Bourse, 17 Cr Belsunce, 13001 Marseille, ☎ +33 488925380, [x].
Stade Velodrome
Orange Velodrome (Stade Vélodrome), 3 Bd Michelet, 13008 Marseille, [x]. It is the stadium where the local football team "Olympique de Marseille" plays. Football matches are one of the highlights of Marseille's life. Whilst L'OM have fallen on rather lean times the former champions of Europe are the biggest football team in France. The atmosphere at the stadium is fantastic and visitors are unlikely to get tickets for the popular Virage Nord or Sud seats in the Tribune Ganay that offer an excellent view and a chance to soak up the atmosphere. The best games involve teams with some traveling support such as St Etienne, Lens, or the grand-daddy match of them all against the evil Paris St Germain. Tickets can be bought (ideally several days before the game) either online or from the L'OM shop at the Vieux Port. From July 24, 2024, until August 6, 2024, the Stade Orange Vélodrome will host Olympic qualifying football matches[1]. Stade Vélodrome is the second largest stadium in France.
Rock climbing gym (Bloc Session Marseille centre), BS.10, Chemin de Saint-Jean du Désert, Marseille, ☎ +33 981303030, [x].
Roller skating (Terrain de Roller Mistral Amscas), 52-54 Rue Callelongue, 13008 Marseille, ☎ +33 491128407, [x]. Baby glisse, rollerblading, scooter, BMX and skateboard school, adult roller skating lessons.
Sailing (Saileazy), 238 Quai du Port, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 484256297, [x]. Boat rental service. Sailboats adapted to each program for sailing independently or with a coach.
Sea kayaking (Raskas Kayak Calanques), AJ Marseille, Imp. du Dr Bonfils, 13008 Marseille, ☎ +33 491732716, [x].
Skateboarding (Skatepark Fontainieu), 75 CR de Fontainieu, 13014 Marseille.
Sud Kayak Cleanride Center (Sport & Loisirs Estaque), 175 port de la lave, 13016 Marseille, ☎ +33 651718182, [x]. Canoe-kayak, Wing foil, Towed foil, E-foil.
Boat tours (Bleu Evasion Digue Ouest), Port de la Pointe Rouge, 13008 Marseille, ☎ +33 491061887, [x].
Colorbüs City Sightseeing Bus (Tour 86), Quai du Port, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 491528939, [x].
Marseille Provence Greeters, [x]. Greeters are local volunteers from Marseille who accompany you on your walk, unveil their secret places and top addresses, and regale you with fun little stories about the enigmatic Marseille-Provence area. The Greeters are committed to offering a hospitable welcome, familiarizing visitors with their city, and fostering friendly encounters and exchanges.
Art of the Saint Michel Cheese Factory (L'Art de la Fromagerie Saint Michel), 20 Rue Saint-Michel, 13006 Marseille, ☎ +33 491484514, [x].
Epicureans’ Corner (Le Coin des Epicuriens - Epicerie Fine Marseille & Cave à vins), 481 Av. de Mazargues, 13008 Marseille, ☎ +33 970992213, [x]. A large assortment of products from salty & sweet delicatesies to wine & champagne.
La Maison Du Pastis, 108 Quai du Port, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 491908677. The shop offers more than 75 types of pastis & absinthe, plus accessories & tastings. Pastis is an anise-flavored spirit and refreshing quite sweet aperitif.
Le Temps des Cerises, Centre Commercial Les Terrasses Du Port, 9 Quai du Lazaret, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 491459018, [x]. Men's and women's clothes collection.
Les Navettes des Accoules, 68 Rue Caisserie, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 491909942. There are served refined pastries, including regional cookies like orange blossom barquettes. The navettes are boat-shaped biscuits.
Maison Brémond 1830, 53 Rue Francis Davso, 13001 Marseille, ☎ +33 491707657, [x]. Gourmet grocery store from olive oils, bottles of vinegar, and sweets to gifts.
Marseillaise soap Unicorn (Savonnerie Marseillaise de la Licorne), 112 Quai du Port, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 495091366, [x]. Beautiful bars of soap made in Marseille are everywhere. There’s even a museum you can visit that shows you how it’s made. Marseille has been known as the long-time spot where master soap makers converge to create soaps.
Marseille Textiles, 32 Rue Saint-Bazile, 13001 Marseille, ☎ +33 491509870. The store goods are mainly from French factories.
Open-air markets. They offer a wide selection of exotic and aromatic spices.
Saladin World of Spices, 10 Rue Longue des Capucins, 13001 Marseille, ☎ +33 491332276, [x].
Santons Beaumond-Vouriot, 13 Rue Alfred de Musset, 13006 Marseille, ☎ +33 491375698, [x]. The holidays are celebrated with displays of santons, known as “little saints”. Santons are tiny, hand-painted figurines, with smiles on their faces to display their grace.
Marseille is home to many universities and has a reputation for great education. The universities have a wide array of focuses from art to business.
Aix-Marseille University (Aix-Marseille Université), Jardin du Pharo, 58 Boulevard Charles Livon, 13007 Marseille, ☎ +33 4 42 17 28 00, [x]. The largest university in France, with more than 70 000 students.
Institute of Mathematics (Institut de Mathématiques de Marseille), 163, avenue de Luminy, ☎ +33 4 91 26 96 30, [x]. Main focus on Mathematics.
Euromed Ecole de Management
KEDGE Business School (Formerly Euromed Management), 7 Bd de Dunkerque, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 491 827 800 (fax: +33 491 827 821), [x]. Main focus on Business (Business Management and International Business).
Marseille School of Architecture (École d’Architecture de Marseille), 2 Pl. Jules Guesde, 13003 Marseille, ☎ +33 4.91.82.71.00 (fax: 04.91.82.71.80), [x]. Main focus on Architecture.
Unsurprisingly, Marseille's cuisine is focused on fish and seafood. Its two flag-bearing specialties are the famous fish broth bouillabaisse and aïoli, a garlic sauce served with vegetables and dried cod.
La Bouillabaisse de Marseille is an excellent fish-based soup served with la rouille (a garlic-saffron sauce) and bread similar to crostini. La bouillabaisse cannot be enjoyed at any budgetary level. If you are invited to the home of someone making bouillabaisse, then you are in the clear. Never eat cheap bouillabaisse at a resto unless it's not called bouillabaisse; only eat it out if you have to reserve in advance. Bouillabaisse is a meal. At first the soup, then the fish.
There are lots of Kebab restaurants along the Canebière. Many cheap, authentic couscous eateries are to be found around the Cours Belsunce, where the local Maghrebic immigrants have their lunch.
Four des Navettes, 136 Rue Sainte, 13007 Marseille (next to St Victor Fort), ☎ +33 491333212, [x]. This bakery is famous for its "Navette" dry biscuit whose recipe has been kept secret for almost a century. This is one of Marseille's culinary specialties. Do not miss. Another shop is on 10 Place de la Joliette.
Good Mother (La Bonne Mère), 16 Rue Fort du Sanctuaire, 13006 Marseille, ☎ +33 491582205, [x]. Crispy and tasty pizza.
Mouth-watering pizzeria (L'Eau à la Bouche), 120 Cor Président John Fitzgerald Kennedy, 13007 Marseille, ☎ +33 491521616, [x].
Chez Etienne Italian restaurant (Chez Etienne), 43 Rue Lorette, 13002 Marseille. Excellent pizza and roasted meats. Incredible food, but you'll probably overorder.
Landing Net (L'Epuisette), 158 Rue du Vallon des Auffes, 13007 Marseille, ☎ +33 491521782, [x]. It is an amazing location in the very picturesque Vallon des Auffes harbor is an undeniable plus. Seafood specialties and affordable bouillabaisse.
Marseille Factory The Olivier Table (La Fabrique Marseillaise La Table De L'olivier), 56 Rue Mazenod, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 491911704, [x].
Marseille Getaway (L'Escapade Marseillaise), 134 Rue Paradis, 13006 Marseille, ☎ +33 491316169, [x]. A favorite among locals, this enjoyable restaurant offers delectable Provençale cuisine.
Red Circle French restaurant (Le Cercle Rouge), 41 Rue Adolphe Thiers, 13001 Marseille (just off the Canebiere), ☎ +33 491630053, [x]. This unusual restaurant does excellent Corsican tapas such as figatelli sausage, stuffed artichokes, pancetta in honey, and red mullet in tomato sauce. Worth booking to get a spot on the lovely terrace.
Fort Table French restaurant (La Table du Fort), 8, rue Fort Notre Dame, by the Vieux Port, ☎ +33 491339765, [x]. A gastronomical restaurant consistently ranked among the city's best, specializing in seafood and fish dishes.
Le Petit Nice Passédat (Le Petit Nice Passedat), 17 Rue des Braves Anse de Maldormé, 156 Cor Président John Fitzgerald Kennedy, 13007 Marseille, ☎ +33 491592592, [x]. A 3-star Michelin restaurant & hotel is located in an idyllic location by the sea, facing the islands, held by local celebrity chef Gérald Passédat. It ranks among Southern France's very best restaurants and serves the best bouillabaisse in town at a cost.
Baby Club, 2 Rue André Poggioli, ☎ +33 619982922, [x]. The best electronic club of Marseille, underground techno and amateur dancers.
Bazar Disco club, 90 Boulevard Rabatau, ☎ +33 6 58 52 15 15, [x]. Le Bazar is situated near one of Marseille's beautiful beaches. Inside, there is a large dance floor with smaller sections with couches and tables. The floor of the club overlooks the bottom dance floor and is a place usually to be in quiet surroundings. The DJs play top techno, dubstep, hip-hop, and reggae.
POP Club Marseille, 141 Rte Léon Lachamp, 13009 Marseille, ☎ +33 642887906, [x].
Le TrolleyBus
Trolleybus, 24 Quai de Rive Neuve, ☎ +33 4 91 54 30 45, [x]. This three-room cave-like club, is a great place to go if you like to listen to different types of music. One room or cave, plays hit music, another room plays underground techno and house music (room led by La Dame Noir records), and the last room plays jazzy and 50-60s music.
In recent years lots of new places have opened in Marseille, at night, three main districts are interesting (besides beaches between April and October where people go and spend the night - there are also nice bars - Sports Beach, Thursday beach parties at Le Petit Pavillon during summer, sunlight yacht club.
Old Port with lots of bars and pubs (particularly on the southern side and on Cours d'Estienne d'Orves - Marengo, Polikarpov, Barberousse, Hard Rock Café)
La Plaine/Cours Julien with numerous alternative and underground bars (E-wine, Bar du marché, Petit-Nice, Intermédiaire, Asile 404, Molotov)
La Joliette/J4 with trendy chic new bars and clubs (Palais de la Major, Casa Pietra, White Rabbit).
However La Friche should not be forgotten, particularly during summer when the very large rooftop hosts DJ parties for free every Friday and Saturday. Look for events and concert agendas inLa Nuit Magazine or printed paper Ventilo, particularly during summer as lots of music festivals, boat parties (mini-cruises at night with DJs in the Calanques), rooftop parties, and concerts take place.
Bar des 13 Coins, 45 Rue Sainte-françoise - 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 4 91 91 56 49. In "Le Panier", a nice terrace with a nice atmosphere.
Flamingo Bar, 7 Rue Venture, ☎ +33 491339103. Flamingo is one of Marseilles upscale clubs. Its pink lights give this three-bar club a calm and soothing feel. The DJs here play the top techno and dubstep hits.
La Cane Bière Bar, 32 Boulevard Philippon, Marseille 13004 (next to Longchamp Park), ☎ +33 6 09 97 20 43, [x]. Beer shop/bar specializing in Belgian beer. Reasonable prices, though not a lot on tap, and most of the stock is on shelves instead of the cooler.
Polikarpov Bar, 24 Cours Honoré d'Estienne d'Orves, ☎ +33 4 91 52 70 30. Lively and good value late bar with outside terrace. It has a wide range of cocktails and is one of the cheaper places for beer.
Castle of Creissauds (Château des Creissauds), 44 impasse de la Badiane, 13400 Aubagne, ☎ +33 491248891, [x]. It is the place where a range of spirits is produced: Ferroni rum, Gin Juillet, and vanished liqueurs. 19th-century chateau & gardens hosts conferences, weddings & dances, shop, plus a cocktail bar.
Marseille Winery, Master Park, 116 Bd de la Pomme N°69, 13011 Marseille, ☎ +33 491192811, [x].
Massilia Wine Shop, 23 Av. Pasteur, 13007 Marseille, ☎ +33 622148463, [x]. The best wines of Provence and Corsica, excellent brands of champagnes, and a wide selection of spirits.
Wine cellar (Cave à Vins), 40 Av. de Saint-Jean, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 622717025, [x]. Great wine store.
Auberge de Jeunesse HI Marseille Bois Luzy, 58 All. des Primevères, 13012 Marseille, ☎ +33 491490618. It is part of the Hosteling International network, and they require you to have a membership (you can purchase that). The hostel is a rather impressive building, both inside and out, like a modern castle perched on a hill outside Marseille. They have spacious dorms, and the views are truly spectacular if you get the right room. There is a lovely staff, no curfew or lockouts, and as good a breakfast as you can expect from a hostel. You'll find clean, good bathrooms, lovely marble and mosaic floors, and quiet environs. The kitchen is lackluster and basic, but it does the job. The view comes at a cost as it is located well outside the city, about 40 minutes walking from the Vieux Port. There is transport from the center by bus lines 6 and 8, and by metro line 1/blue; you must get off at the last stop, La Fourragère, and walk about 10 minutes up a hill to reach it. They take new guests between 7-10 & 17-21 but can make arrangements if this doesn't suit you. Make sure you pay attention to the greeting instructions, as it is not a 24-hour staff, and you may find yourself waiting for a while.
Lutetia Hotel, 38 All. Léon Gambetta, 13001 Marseille (Between the St Charles Trainstation and the Old port), ☎ +33 491508178. A hostel with free internet, a great atmosphere, and friendly staff.
People Hostel - Marseille, 7 Rue Jean-Marc Cathala, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 982816162, [x].
Ariana Hôtel, 12 rue du théâtre Français, 13001 (Métro line 2:Noailles), ☎ +33 491479164, [x]. L’Hôtel de l’Ariana is next to La Canebière, within 5 minutes walk from the Vieux Port of Marseille, 600 meters from the Gare Saint Charles and theater Gymnasium. Prado Beach is only 15 minutes drive from Hotel Ariana whilst Marseille airport is only 25 minutes.
Best Western Plus Hôtel La Joliette, 49 Av. Robert Schuman, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 1 45 74 76 72, [x]. checkin: 2pm; checkout: 10am. Clean, cozy hotel in a quiet location near Joliette metro/tram station. Good location for the port and Le Panier.
Hotel La résidence du Vieux Port Marseille, 18 Quai du Port, 13002 Marseille, France, ☎ +33 491919122, [x]. Fifties-style hotel with a tribute to Charlotte Perriand and Le Corbusier. The hotel offers beautiful views of Marseille from its balconies and three suites on the top floor have terraces overlooking the Old Harbour and the Church. All the rooms are facing the port.
Novotel Marseille Vieux Port, 36 Bd Charles Livon, 13007 Marseille, ☎ +33 496114211, [x]. A resort near the Pharo Gardens overlooking the Vieux Port with impressive views. The place to stay for most public figures.
Sofitel Marseille Vieux Port Hotel, 36 Bd Charles Livon, 13007 Marseille, ☎ +33 491155900, [x].
Le Vieux Port has WiFi access, available from many of the bars and restaurants, and in some places in the street (although there are not many places to sit). The ESSID to use is "Marseille sans fil" and the network is not encrypted. When you first connect, your browser will take you to a web page about the service in French: simply click on "Cliquez ici" ("Click here") on that page to use the network freely.
Note WiFi is pronounced wee-fee or wiffy in French - even by English speakers. Asking for Why-Fye will usually be greeted by a blank look.
In recent years muggings and pickpockets have dramatically decreased in the city center, however, avoid carrying valuables and watch your surroundings. Most of the northern neighborhoods (quartiers nord), except L'Estaque and Château-Gombert, might be risky and should be avoided by tourists and there is no logical reason for going there.
The area around Boulevard Michelet teems with prostitutes and should be avoided on soccer nights as you can meet potentially angry and drunk Olympique de Marseille hooligans.
When driving a car make sure the doors are locked. There have been occurrences of motorcyclists opening the doors of cars and quickly snatching bags and valuables from the seats.
Overall the city is fairly safe, as is Paris, so there is no need for paranoia!
United Kingdom, he Docks of Marseille-La Joliette 10 Place de la Joliette Atrium 10.3 1st Floor, 13002 Marseille, ☎ +33 4 91-15-72-10 (fax: +33 4 91-37-47-06), [x].
United States, 12 Bd Paul Peytral, 13006 Marseille, ☎ +33 143124885 (fax: +33 4-91-55-56-95).
Aix-en-Provence. Easily reached by Cartreize coach or SNCF train (8 euro for 1 way). There is a dedicated express coach from St Charles station which takes 30-40 minutes.
Allauch[7] and Plan de Cuques are communes on the outskirts of Marseille, both blessed with beautiful countryside. You can take the metro (Line 1) to La Rose and then a bus #142, #144. Take a picnic and go for a walk in the hills. The views of Marseille and the Mediterranean are stunning.
Cassis is an attractive sea resort southeast of Marseille.
