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5 Days in Marseille: Exploring the Mediterranean Marvels

Alisa Kurz

Alisa Kurz

3 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Marseille's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover ancient civilizations at Mucem and marvel at the grandeur of Cathédrale La Major. Immerse yourself in art at La Vieille Charité and Musée Regards de Provence. Experience the elegance of Opéra de Marseille and seek solace at the Basilica of Notre-Dame of la Garde. Get your adrenaline pumping at Magic Park Land and explore the creative hub of Friche la Belle de Mai. Uncover artistic treasures at Musée des Beaux-Arts and delve into the wonders of nature at the Natural History Museum of Marseille.

Trip to Marseille

Day 1Unveiling the Mediterranean's Cultural Tapestry
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$25

Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
Landmark sea-facing venue opened in 2013, with exhibitions on Mediterranean history & civilizations.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
8 - 12 min

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Cathédrale La Major
Huge 1800s neo-Byzantine cathedral featuring an opulent interior lined with murals, mosaic & marble.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Artistic Delights and Architectural Wonders
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$38

La Vieille Charité
Cultural hub in a domed, 17th-century beggars' home, with a cinema plus archaeology & art museums.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$18
6 - 9 min

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Musée Regards de Provence
Museum with classic & modern art related to the region, plus a tea room with scenic harbor views.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$20
Day 3Opera Extravaganza and Spiritual Serenity
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$25

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$ 5

Opéra de Marseille
Traditional opera, chamber music & dance performances staged in a stately, historic theater.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
13 - 16 min

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Basilica of Notre-Dame of la Garde
Grand basilica at the city's highest point, crowned by golden statue of the Virgin Mary by Lequesne.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 4Thrills and Creativity in Marseille
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$25

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$ 5

Magic Park Land
Seaside family attraction with Wild West themed areas, on-site dining & live stunt performances.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
27 - 33 min

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Friche la Belle de Mai
Creative community in former tobacco factory, plus performing art shows, concerts & exhibitions.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Artistic Masterpieces and Natural Wonders
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$40

Musée des Beaux-Arts, Marseille
Museum of European art from 1500s to 1800s, including big collection of baroque artist Pierre Puget.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$20
3 - 4 min

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Natural History Museum of Marseille
Palatial, 19th-century museum housing vast botanical, mineralogy & zoology collections.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$20

Budget breakdown: $161 In total

Activities & Food:$153
Transport:$9