Marseille, Port city on Mediterranean Sea, France
The port of Marseille extends for kilometers along the coastline, with terminals handling container ships, passenger ferries, and fishing boats.
Greek sailors established Marseille as Massalia in 600 BCE, making it the first major trading port in western Mediterranean Europe.
The Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde stands 162 meters above sea level, with its bell tower crowned by a golden statue of Virgin Mary.
The city metro system connects major districts through two lines, while boats provide regular services to the Frioul archipelago and Calanques.
The Calanques National Park features limestone cliffs that form deep narrow inlets filled with turquoise Mediterranean waters.
Location: Bouches-du-Rhône
Location: arrondissement of Marseille
Location: Métropole Aix-Marseille-Provence
Inception: 600 BCE
Elevation above the sea: 648 m
Shares border with: Allauch, Aubagne, Cassis, La Penne-sur-Huveaune, Les Pennes-Mirabeau, Plan-de-Cuques, Le Rove, Septèmes-les-Vallons, Simiane-Collongue
Phone: +33491551111
Email: webmestre@marseille.fr
Website: https://marseille.fr
GPS coordinates: 43.29617,5.36995
Latest update: May 27, 2025 19:48
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The route connects Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica, the old port and Calanques National Park with historical buildings. The locations display the maritime history, urban architecture and coastal landscape of Marseille.
This selection presents notable photography locations across Marseille, from the Vallon des Auffes fishing port to the Byzantine architecture of La Major Cathedral. The route includes historic structures like Fort Saint-Jean, natural sites such as Calanque de Morgiou, and architectural landmarks including the Palais Longchamp and Le Corbusier's Cité Radieuse.
Marseille's restaurants include Michelin-starred establishments and traditional addresses. These places offer Mediterranean cuisine made with local products, fresh seafood, and specialties like bouillabaisse. The tables are located in various settings: Mediterranean view, Old Port, historic buildings, or the Panier district. Chefs combine Provençal traditions and contemporary techniques, with some incorporating international influences into their menus.
Numerous leisure venues welcome visitors in Marseille and its surroundings. From climbing centers to escape rooms, including trampoline parks and water sports centers, the region offers a variety of activities for all ages. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy climbing gyms, karting tracks, and bowling centers. Families discover playgrounds suitable for children. Groups participate in immersive games and challenges in specialized rooms.
A selection of the most popular terrace and rooftop bars in Marseille, offering panoramic views over the city and the Mediterranean. These venues allow visitors to enjoy the Mediterranean climate while savoring cocktails and refreshments from above.
Old Port of Marseille
186 m
Hôtel-Dieu de Marseille
241 m
Marseille City Hall
8 m
L’Ombrière du Vieux-Port de Marseille
377 m
Jardin des Vestiges
428 m
Hôtel de Cabre
175 m
Théâtre National de la Criée
445 m
Palais de la Bourse
433 m
Maison Diamantée
104 m
Église Saint-Ferréol les Augustins
351 m
Le Panier Marseillais
436 m
Église Notre-Dame-des-Accoules
193 m
Museum of the Roman Docks
149 m
Quai des Belges
365 m
Grande Roue de Marseille
179 m
Église Saint-Cannat
365 m
Théâtre antique de Marseille
420 m
Hôtel Daviel
155 m
Musée du Vieux-Marseille
92 m
Port Antique
376 m
Hôtel des Postes
445 m
Immeuble, 42-66 quai du Port
95 m
Théâtre de Lenche
366 m
Bâtiment de l'ancien observatoire de Marseille
287 m
Préau des Accoules
311 m
La Criée
424 m
Quai de Rive-Neuve
342 m
Quai du Port
41 mReviews
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