Marseille Travel Guide

Planning a city break to Marseille? Our travel guide will show you what to do in Marseille, the undiscovered jewel in the crown of France's Mediterranean coastline. You´ll find recommendations on where to eat and best points of insterest, plus our top tips on how to enjoy France’s second largest city and its surroundings

What to do in Marseille

What to see in Marseille on your next vacation

In July 1792, when France was at war, the Marseille battalion entered Paris singing a song to lift the morale of the citizens. This song eventually became the French national anthem. Want to know what to see in Marseille, the city where the French anthem comes from?

Experience some of Marseille’s traditions and curiosities

Marseille is a beautiful port city known for being a true melting pot of cultures and for its wonderful climate, beautiful monuments, customs and traditions known throughout the world. Discover some of the best known traditions and curiosities of Marseille.

Experience the best day trips around Marseille

Let us guide you through some attractive trips around Marseille, considered the capital of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, so you can get the most out your trip. We’ll take you through the towns near Marseille that are worth visiting and give you a list of essentials so you don’t miss out on anything.

Aix-en-Provence: The jewel of the French Riviera

Are you thinking of visiting Aix-en-Provence? Though it might not have the name recognition of other towns in the region, such as Marseille or Cannes, Aix-en-Provence is one of the most highly recommended cities to visit along the Côte d'Azur.

Family activities in Marseille: what to do with kids

Marseille, with its average 300 sunny days a year and a history defined by the presence of pirates, is one of the best places to visit with kids. Are you ready to discover it with us? Here are the best family activities in Marseille.

What to eat in Marseille? Culinary guide of the city

One of our priorities when we travel, aside from seeing monuments and places of interest, is to try out the cuisine of the region we’re traveling to. That’s why in this post we’ve decided to offer you some recommendations to give you an idea of what and where to eat in Marseille.

Reasons to discover urban art in Marseille

Marseille is a multicultural city, with colorful stories splashed on walls making very special murals. Get ready to discover the definitive itinerary that takes you through all the urban art in Marseille, local reference point.

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