TOP 10 experiences in Marseille

1 – Stroll on the rooftop terrace or in the gardens of the Mucem and visit the Cosquer Mediterranean cave

The Mucem, National Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations, offers a pleasant stroll in its gardens to enjoy the scents of Provence while overlooking the sea… Next to the Mucem, a visit to the reproduction of the prehistoric Cosquer cave for a journey back to the Ice Age and explore the cave art dating from 33,000 to 19,000 years ago!

2 – Take the little touristic train…

to admire the breathtaking panoramic view from the remparts of our major Symbol : the Basilica « Our Lady of the Guards ».

3 – Take a boat ride 

to the unique Calanques National Park a real green setting, or to the Frioul Islands with a provençal apéritif at sunset.

4 – Take a deep breath with a yoga hike

or experience a via ferrata in the Calanques National Park and feel the beauty of this exceptional place.

5 – Taste a bouillabaisse

Delight your tastebuds  and discover our local flavors with the Original « Bouillabaisse » in a fisherman’s hut hidden in a charming cove.

6 – Take part in a treasure hunt or practice a game of Pétanque (Bacci Balls)

while visiting the oldest district of France : Le Panier. A real maze of small, typical and colorful streets.

7 – Follow the steps of traditional soapmaking in a workshop

and stamp your own like a master soapmaker !

8 – Ride an electric bike

along the seafront road to the most outlying districts and take advantage of Marseille’s many bike paths.

9 – Visit the backstage of the mythical Orange velodrome stadium

with the Olympique de Marseille Tour to know the great history of the club and the key moments that have enchanted its supporters.

10 – Discover a UNESCO monument 

with a guided tour of the Radiant City designed by the famous architect Le Corbusier. Enjoy the exclusive visit of a listed apartment and dive into the 1950s!