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Marseille Attractions

Your guide to the best places to visit in Marseille, France's oldest port city.

Things to do in Marseille – top Marseille must-see attractions

Marseille is France's oldest city, where ancient port culture meets bold Mediterranean identity, and its landmarks tell that story at every turn. The architecture ranges from Romanesque-Byzantine basilicas and Baroque cathedrals to sleek modern museums built right on the waterfront. Climb to the Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde for panoramic city views, explore the rocky coastal cliffs of Parc National des Calanques, or step back into history at the island fortress of Château d'If. Browse the list below to find the best places to visit in Marseille, France, and start planning your trip.

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Architectural Buildings
Architectural Buildings
Historic Site
Historic Site
Churches
Churches
Museums
Museums
Panorama
Panorama
Stadiums
Stadiums
Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde
History Geeks
Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde
Why visit?
  • 360° panoramic views
  • Mosaic-covered exterior
  • Hilltop votive offerings
MuCEM - Musée des civilisations de l'Europe et de la Méditerranée
History Geeks
MuCEM - Musée des civilisations de l'Europe et de la Méditerranée
Why visit?
  • Waterfront location
  • Medieval fort structure
  • Cross-cultural collections
Parc National des Calanques
Adventure Seekers
Parc National des Calanques
Why visit?
  • Dramatic limestone cliffs
  • Secluded turquoise coves
  • Coastal hiking trails
Château d'If
History Geeks
Château d'If
Why visit?
  • Former island prison
  • Count of Monte Cristo link
  • Boat trip from Vieux-Port
Vieux-Port de Marseille
History Geeks
Vieux-Port de Marseille
Why visit?
  • Bustling fish market
  • Historic waterfront promenade
  • Ferry hub to Château d'If
Cathédrale La Major
Architecture Enthusiasts
Cathédrale La Major
Why visit?
  • Neo-Byzantine architecture
  • Two striped stone towers
  • Largest 19th-c French cathedral
Palais Longchamp
Families
Palais Longchamp
Why visit?
  • 19th-century water château
  • Grand cascading fountains
  • Natural history museum inside
Le Panier
History Geeks
Le Panier
Why visit?
  • Oldest Marseille neighborhood
  • Street art and murals
  • Ancient Greek settlement roots
Stade Vélodrome
Sports Enthusiasts
Stade Vélodrome
Why visit?
  • 67,000-person capacity
  • Home of Olympique Marseille
  • Retractable roof structure
Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
History Geeks
Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
Why visit?
  • Grand 19th-century facade
  • Monumental stone staircase
  • Beaux-Arts architecture
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