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Marseille, France

Things to Do in Marseille

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Marseille Food Tour – Full Meal of Local Tastes by Do Eat Better

Most booked tours and tickets in Marseille

Marseille Food Tour – Full Meal of Local Tastes by Do Eat Better

Marseille Food Tour – Full Meal of Local Tastes by Do Eat Better

4.8656 reviews3h 30m
Marseille Grand E-Bike Tour : "le tour du Fada"

Marseille Grand E-Bike Tour : "le tour du Fada"

4.7369 reviews2h
Marseille Shore Excursion: Half Day Tour of Marseille by Electric Bike

Marseille Shore Excursion: Half Day Tour of Marseille by Electric Bike

4.7310 reviews4h
Shore Excursion: Drive a Convertible to Cassis & Calanques

Shore Excursion: Drive a Convertible to Cassis & Calanques

5.0250 reviews5h
Guided Tour in Marseille: Classic Vieux Port and Old City

Guided Tour in Marseille: Classic Vieux Port and Old City

4.8153 reviews2h 30m
Beautiful boat tour in the Calanques with swimming

Beautiful boat tour in the Calanques with swimming

4.9143 reviews4h 30m
Provence Day Trip from Marseille : Baux, Pont du Gard, Avignon

Provence Day Trip from Marseille : Baux, Pont du Gard, Avignon

4.6133 reviews11h 30m

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Marseille's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Marseille

  1. 1Vieux-Port
  2. 2Notre-Dame de la Garde
  3. 3Calanques National Park
  4. 4MuCEM
  5. 5Le Panier
  6. 6Château d'If
  • For the Unparalleled Coastal Wilderness: Hike the breathtaking Calanques de Sugiton or kayak to the turquoise waters of Calanque d'En-Vau, a protected national park of dramatic limestone cliffs and hidden coves right on the city's doorstep.
  • For a Deeply Authentic Food Culture: Taste the legendary bouillabaisse at a traditional spot like Chez Fonfon, explore the North African pastries and spices at Noailles Market, and savor fresh seafood at a Vieux-Port kiosk.
  • For a Riveting Blend of Ancient and Modern: Witness architectural dialogue at the MuCEM, where a 17th-century fort is connected by a sleek footbridge to a contemporary latticework cube, all telling the story of Mediterranean civilizations.

Tickets and passes in Marseille

Marseille Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry

Marseille Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry

4.823 reviews4h
Marseille: Cosquer Cave Entry Ticket and Audio Guide

Marseille: Cosquer Cave Entry Ticket and Audio Guide

3.619 reviews2h

Food and drink experiences in Marseille

Full-day Wine Tour around Bandol & Cassis from Marseille

Full-day Wine Tour around Bandol & Cassis from Marseille

5.055 reviews7h 30m
Full-Day Wine Tour around Luberon from Marseille

Full-Day Wine Tour around Luberon from Marseille

4.938 reviews8h
Private Châteauneuf-du-Pape tour - 3 Estates + Private Tastings

Private Châteauneuf-du-Pape tour - 3 Estates + Private Tastings

4.938 reviews8h

Day trips and outdoor activities from Marseille

Calanques Panorama e-bike tour in Marseille - National Park

Calanques Panorama e-bike tour in Marseille - National Park

4.6344 reviews3h
Electric Bike Tour to the Calanques from Marseille

Electric Bike Tour to the Calanques from Marseille

4.7319 reviews6h
Hiking in the Calanques National Park from Marseille

Hiking in the Calanques National Park from Marseille

4.6247 reviews5h
Marseille Guided Tour for 4 Hours with a Bilingual Local Guide

Marseille Guided Tour for 4 Hours with a Bilingual Local Guide

5.0154 reviews4h

Hidden gems in Marseille

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Friche la Belle de Mai

A massive former tobacco factory transformed into a groundbreaking cultural center with art exhibitions, concerts, a rooftop bar, and skate park.

Cabanon de Le Corbusier

The minimalist, 16-square-meter vacation cabin designed by the famed architect for himself, located on the coast in the tiny Roquebrune-Cap-Martin area (a short train ride away).

Les Goudes

The last fishing village before the wild Calanques begin, feeling more like a remote island outpost than part of a major city.

Parc Longchamp

A monumental 19th-century park built to celebrate the arrival of water from the Durance River via the Canal de Marseille.

L'Île de Riou

A barren, uninhabited island archipelago south of Marseille, part of the Calanques National Park, accessible only by private boat or kayak.

Day trips from Marseille

Cassis

35 min by train or car

A charming, upscale fishing port famous for its white cliffs, calanques, and crisp white wine. It offers a more polished contrast to Marseille's grit, with a picturesque harbor lined with pastel-colored houses.

Aix-en-Provence

45 min by bus or 30 min by train

The elegant, historic capital of Provence, known for its tree-lined Cours Mirabeau, countless fountains, and as the birthplace of painter Paul Cézanne. It exudes a refined, aristocratic air.

The Camargue

1.5 hours by car

A vast, wild river delta region of marshes, pink flamingos, white horses, and black bulls. It's a unique natural landscape offering a complete change of scenery from the urban Mediterranean.

Plan your Marseille trip

Things to do in Marseille: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Marseille?+

Top sights include Vieux-Port, Notre-Dame de la Garde, Calanques National Park and MuCEM. Away from the crowds, try Friche la Belle de Mai and Cabanon de Le Corbusier.

What are the most popular tours in Marseille?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Marseille Food Tour – Full Meal of Local Tastes by Do Eat Better (4.8 stars, 656 reviews); Marseille Grand E-Bike Tour : "le tour du Fada" (4.7 stars, 369 reviews); Calanques Panorama e-bike tour in Marseille - National Park (4.6 stars, 344 reviews).

How much do tours in Marseille cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €25 and €549 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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