Fort Saint Nicholas

You can learn about the history of Marseille with a trip to Pharo Palace. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

This medieval fort is the perfect place for some urban exploration in the heart of Marseille, home to ancient buildings, art and gardens.

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Catalan Beach during your travels in Marseille? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

In a striking landmark building, find exhibits that aim to give a new understanding of the Mediterranean, and France’s relation to it, now and in the past.

A splendid example of southern European Baroque architecture, this building has presided over Marseille’s Vieux Port for almost 350 years.

With its cavernous interior full of reminders of the city’s ancient past, this principal place of worship in Marseille is a neo-Byzantine masterpiece.