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Marseille is France's oldest and second-largest port city, on the Mediterranean. The heart of the city is the Vieux-Port, an old harbour that has bustled for over 2,600 years. Above town stands the Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica as a viewpoint, while to the south are the limestone cliffs and turquoise water of the Calanques park. The city has a lively, multicultural feel.
Why stay in Marseille
A living old harbour
The Vieux-Port, a harbour in the heart of town with a fish market and waterfront restaurants buzzing all day.
The Calanques cliffs
A national park of limestone cliffs and turquoise coves, where you can take a boat or hike.
A viewpoint above town
The Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica on the city's highest hill, with views of the sea on every side.
A multicultural city
The old Le Panier quarter, the MuCEM museum and colourful street art.
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Local dishes to try in Marseille
- 1🐟
Bouillabaisse
Marseille's classic fish and seafood soup, served with rouille sauce and bread.
📍 By the harbour - 2🦪
Fresh seafood
Oysters, prawns and fresh fish from the Mediterranean at the harbour market.
📍 Vieux-Port - 3🍪
Navettes
Boat-shaped cookies scented with orange blossom, an old Marseille specialty.
📍 Le Panier - 4🫓
Panisse
Fried crisp chickpea fritters, a Mediterranean street snack.
📍 Throughout the city - 5🍷
Pastis
A fragrant anise liqueur, the signature drink of the south of France.
📍 Bars across the city
- 1⚓
Vieux-Port
The historic harbour at the city's heart, with a fresh fish market and waterfront restaurants.
📍 City centre - 2⛪
Notre-Dame de la Garde
A gold-topped basilica on the city's highest hill, a panoramic viewpoint over all of Marseille.
📍 Hill above town - 3🏞️
Calanques National Park
Limestone cliffs and clear turquoise coves, where you can take a boat or hike.
📍 Southern coast - 4🏛️
MuCEM
A museum of Mediterranean civilisations, its lattice architecture linked to an old fort.
📍 Near the harbour - 5🏰
Château d'If
A fort on an island in the sea, the setting of the novel The Count of Monte Cristo.
📍 Island offshore - 6🏘️
Le Panier
The city's oldest quarter, with narrow, colourful lanes and street art.
📍 Old town
Things to do in Marseille
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3 Marseille hotels our team picked for you
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★ 8.9ValueB&B Casa Ortega
#4 Boutique guesthouse · best for couples, opposite the station
★ 8.7ValueNew Hotel Saint Charles
#10 Quietest in the area · interior garden
★ 8.4ValueAlex Hotel & Spa
#1 best near the station · 2-min walk to Saint-Charles
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Urban Loft & Spa Marseille
#5 Kitchen and spa · great value by the station
Residhome Marseille Saint-Charles
#7 Best value · private balconies
Hotel Marseille Centre Gare Saint-Charles
#3 Indoor pool · steps from the station
Aparthotel Adagio Access Marseille Saint-Charles
#6 Best value · 100m from the station
Hotel Terminus Saint-Charles
#9 Breakfast included · Directly across the station
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🚆 Getting around Marseille
Metro
Two lines connect the old harbour, Saint-Charles station and the main sights.
Tramway
Modern trams conveniently link the city centre with outlying districts.
Ferries and cruises
Small ferries cross the harbour, and tour boats run to the Calanques and Frioul islands.
Walking around the harbour
The Vieux-Port, Le Panier and MuCEM are close together and easy to explore on foot.
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See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Marseille
How do I get to the Calanques from Marseille?+
Take a tour boat from the old harbour, or a bus to a hiking trailhead such as Calanque de Sormiou or Cassis.
Is Marseille safe?+
The main tourist areas are fine in the daytime, but watch your valuables and bag in crowded places, as you would anywhere.
How many days do I need in Marseille?+
Two to three days is ideal, covering the old harbour and the basilica, with a day spare to cruise the Calanques.
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