The oldest city in France, founded by the Greeks 2,600 years ago, Marseille blends the lanes of Le Panier, a historic port and wild calanques, all watched over by the Bonne Mère. Here are the places not to miss.
Looking for things to do in Marseille, places to visit near Marseille or an idea for a day out this weekend? Here is a selection of the finest sights to see, all explorable directly on the interactive map.
Open Marseille on the interactive mapBirthplace of the Greek city of Massalia 2,600 years ago, the Old Port is still the stage of Marseille life, from early-morning fish stalls to Norman Foster's contemporary mirrored canopy.
See on the map →Nicknamed the 'Bonne Mère', this 19th-century basilica watches over Marseille from 154 metres up. The mosaic interior and the 360° panorama are worth the climb.
See on the map →Wrapped in a concrete lattice, this museum devoted to the civilisations of Europe and the Mediterranean marks the entrance to the Old Port and links to Fort Saint-Jean by a suspended footbridge.
See on the map →Built in the 13th century to guard the harbour entrance, this fort now holds Mediterranean gardens and forms an integral part of the MuCEM route.
See on the map →The oldest district in Marseille, this maze of steep, colourful lanes covered in murals is packed with artisan shops and characterful cafés.
See on the map →Recognisable by its green-and-white stone stripes, this 19th-century cathedral overlooks the harbour entrance and ranks among the largest cathedrals built in France since the Middle Ages.
See on the map →Between Marseille and Cassis, these white-limestone coves with turquoise waters can be reached on foot along steep trails or by boat from the Old Port.
See on the map →This monumental 19th-century palace celebrates the arrival of the Durance's waters in Marseille and houses the Museum of Fine Arts, set in a park with fountains and cascades.
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