With a busy port and vibrant urban energy, Marseille is a haven for visitors looking for an authentic tourist experience.
This cosmopolitan city is the oldest and second largest city in France After Paris It has a lot to offer.
From ancient history and cultural diversity to stunning sea views.
Everywhere in Marseille, visitors will be close to calm blue waters.
The city's colorful and multi-ethnic heritage also makes it a wonderful place to be.
The city is considered the bridge between Europe North Africa, home to a large number of immigrants from Algeria.
Must-see attractions in Marseille
Notre Dame de la Garde Cathedral, Marseille
In a picturesque hilltop location, this magnificent church stands as the pinnacle of Marseille, visible from afar.
The site was used in ancient times as a lookout point, and during the Middle Ages, it was a site of pilgrimage.
Built in 1853-1864, the church features a lavish neo-Byzantine interior of light and dark marble arches supporting gilded mosaic domes.
This luxurious design has a magical effect.
After seeing the interior, visitors can spend some time on the magnificent terrace.
Notre Dame de la Garde Cathedral
Old Port of Marseille
This port represents the origin of Marseille.
This is where the city began operating as a Greek port around 600 BC.
The Old Port is located in the west of the city near Canebier Street, surrounded by calm blue waters.
A stroll around this old harbour gives you a sense of the thriving Mediterranean atmosphere.
The vibrant waterfront is a focal point for tourists.
The port, formerly an important commercial port, is now used mainly by fishing and sport boats.
The old port is also the departure point for ferries sailing to two popular tourist destinations.
Old Port of Marseille
Le Panier neighborhood
This colorful neighborhood is in a stunning location on a hill above the port, and is the historical center and cultural heart of Marseille.
Le Panier is the oldest district in the city, inhabited since ancient times when the ancient Greeks settled here in 600 BC.
With its steep, narrow, winding streets and attractive pastel-coloured buildings, this quarter offers a glimpse into Marseille's charming character.
Once a working class neighborhood, it has now been gentrified, but still has a wonderful multi-ethnic and artsy character.
Furthermore, you will find plenty of authentic Algerian cuisine, artisan shops, and art galleries.
Le Panier neighborhood
Calanques National Park
This park represents a natural splendor, located just 15 kilometers from Marseille on the way to the attractive fishing village of Cassis.
The unique landscape here features majestic limestone rock walls with Bays amazing.
The quiet bays are also filled with calm pools of salt water flowing in and out of the sea.
Visitors are amazed by the captivating turquoise colour of the water as well as the diverse plant species and rare wildlife, including the peregrine falcon.
In addition, outdoor sports enthusiasts will find many things to do in Calanques National Park.
Such as swimming, kayaking, rock climbing and hiking.
Calanques National Park
Museum of History
In the Vieux Panier district, a few steps from the Old Port, the History Museum tells the story of Marseille from its Gallo-Greek origins through the Middle Ages to the present day.
This museum is in keeping with the oldest city in France , and offers a wonderful collection of historical artifacts.
The extensive collection covers 2,600 years of history.
Housed in a sleek, modern building, the collections come to life in the museum's spacious, bright rooms.
One of the highlights of the collection is the hull of a Roman ship dating back to the 3rd century.
Museum of History
The famous cathedral of Marseille
Located by the sea, it has a picturesque location suitable for this coastal city.
The great cathedral stands high above the harbour facilities, with its magnificent domed towers.
Its highest height is 16 meters.
The cathedral was built between 1852 and 1893 using a mixture of white and green limestone.
It blends Roman and Byzantine styles with harmonious effect.
Its interior is also decorated with marble and mosaics.
In the crypt are the tombs of the bishops of Marseille.
At 141 metres long, the cathedral is the largest church building created in the 19th century.
Marseille Cathedral
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