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5 Days in Marseille: A Journey of Culture, Cuisine, and Coastal Beauty

Meryem Safa

Meryem Safa

8 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating adventure through Marseille, where ancient marvels, mouthwatering cuisine, and breathtaking coastal beauty await. Discover the rich history at Mucem and Cathédrale La Major, explore the charming streets aboard Les Petits Trains de Marseille, and savor the finest coffee at Bring Me My Coffee. Indulge in delectable treats at La Fournée d'Ines, soak in the grandeur of Palais Longchamp, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Old Port. Unwind at Parc Borély, marvel at the stunning Basilica of Notre-Dame of la Garde, and set sail to Château d'If. Conclude your journey with a visit to the enchanting Parc national des Calanques and the thrilling Magic Park Land. Prepare for an unforgettable experience in Marseille!

Trip to Marseille

Day 1Coffee, Culture, and Charming Trains
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$158

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$27
5 - 8 min

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Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
Landmark sea-facing venue opened in 2013, with exhibitions on Mediterranean history & civilizations.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38
8 - 12 min

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Cathédrale La Major
Huge 1800s neo-Byzantine cathedral featuring an opulent interior lined with murals, mosaic & marble.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Les Petits Trains de Marseille
Departure point for mini-train sightseeing tours, with routes taking in the Corniche & Old City.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$30
1 - 2 min

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Au Doyen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$63
Day 2Cafés, Art, and Serene Parks
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$153

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$ 13

Le Charité Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$33
2 - 3 min

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La Vieille Charité
Cultural hub in a domed, 17th-century beggars' home, with a cinema plus archaeology & art museums.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$26
15 - 18 min

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Musée des Beaux-Arts, Marseille
Museum of European art from 1500s to 1800s, including big collection of baroque artist Pierre Puget.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$30
18 - 22 min

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Parc du 26ème Centenaire
Park with themed gardens covering Provence, Asia, Africa & the orient, plus ponies & a playground.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Café Thaï
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$63
Day 3Pastries, Palaces, and Port Vibes
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$81

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$ 7

La Fournée d'Ines
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$33
8 - 11 min

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Palais Longchamp
Monument from the mid-1800s with a waterfall & reservoir built to bring water to the city.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Centre Commercial Centre Bourse
Contemporary mall in the city center since 1977, with international brands, restaurants & a nursery.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Old Port of Marseille
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Fort Saint-Jean
Visitors can explore this 17th-century fortress with a bridge leading to a regional history museum.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
28 - 41 min

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Le Chalet
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 4Lakeside Bliss, Majestic Basilica, and Island Adventure
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$111

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$ 13

La Buvette du Lac
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
1 - 2 min

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Parc Borély
Château estate, now a public park with 18th-century formal gardens & fountains, plus lakeside cafe.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
17 - 21 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.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Château d'If
François I's 16th-century island castle & former prison, setting for The Count of Monte Cristo.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$45
1098 - 1318 min

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L'Eau a la Bouche
À Marseille, sur la promenade de la corniche à l'entrée de l'anse de Malmouque, au carrefour d'Endoume, un petit cabanon coloré, pas plus grand qu'un mouchoir de poche, le charme d'une habitation marseillaise transformée en une pizzeria qui vous séduira par son authenticité.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
Day 5Nature's Beauty and Thrilling Fun
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$149

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$ 19

Luminyen
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$39
25 - 30 min

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Parc national des Calanques
National park formed in 2012 ranging over a mountainous coastline & an adjacent marine area.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
56 - 68 min

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Magic Park Land
Seaside family attraction with Wild West themed areas, on-site dining & live stunt performances.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$38
10 - 12 min

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Burger King
Fondée en 1954 à Miami, BURGER KING est aujourd’hui la 2e chaîne de burger au monde. Son succès repose sur un concept unique et un produit mythique, le WHOPPER .
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72

Budget breakdown: $700 In total

Activities & Food:$651
Transport:$50