The 15 Best Things to Do In Marseille, France

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Marseille is a chic and refined coastal city that’s a little rough around the edges. While classy museums and trendy restaurants seem to be constantly popping up, the city still holds onto its characteristic edginess that makes it unlike any other place in Europe!

With such a great choice of things to see and do, it’s almost impossible to know where to begin. To help you get started, we’ve put together a list of the absolute best things to do in Marseille.

La Panier, just a short walk north from Vieux Port, is one of the oldest parts of Marseille with a history that dates back to 600 BC.

Wander the streets of La Panier

The Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde is one of the best sights in Marseille. While the iconic landmark can be seen all the way from Vieux Port, it looks even more spectacular if you climb the hill to see it up close.

Hike up to Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde

Held at the end of June or beginning of July each year, this high-octane festival turns Marseille’s Prado beaches into party hotspots!

Party at the Delta Festival

Images courtesy of Delta Festival

From one-of-a-kind artwork, gorgeous photography, and genuine artifacts to insightful movies, interactive exhibits, and thoughtful questions, the museum’s exhibits are amazingly diverse and captivating.

Learn a little bit of everything at MuCEM

If you only try one new thing in Marseille, it’s got to be panisse! These chunky sticks might look like fries, but they’re so much better.

Swap French fries for panisse

One of the city’s most beautiful walks, this street takes you by magnificent 19th-century mansions and their strikingly beautiful gardens.

Wander along Boulevard Longchamp

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