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Explore Marseille: bucket tlist for traveler

Marseille, one of the major ports of the Mediterranean Sea, is a beautiful city with over 2600 years of history, splendid architecture, lots of seafood, and sunny days. It is your next top European destination with a busy harbor, urban energy, and 2,4 million tourists visiting the attractions each year.

Things not to miss in Marseille

Admire the magnificence of Notre Dame de la Garde rising on the top of the hill and overlooking the city.

Take a stroll around the Vieux Port to take photos, taste fresh seafood, and watch the myriad boats in the Old Harbour.

Don’t miss out on spectacular views of Marseille’s Old Town Le Panier with colorful buildings and narrow alleys.

Find yourself in Alexandre Dumas’ The Count of Montecristo novel visiting the famous 16th-century castle, Château d’If.

Enjoy the architectural masterpiece of Palais Longchamp, built to commemorate the victory over the cholera epidemic.

Take a day trip to Calngues, the limestone cliffs stretching 20 miles along the coastline of the Mediterranean Sea.

Eat like a local in Marseille

Find the best navettes (boat-shaped cookies) in the Four des Navettes in the Vieux Port, the oldest bakery in Marseille.

Try tasty and fresh seafood in Le Petit Nice Passedat with a menu changing according to fishers’ catch.

Experience the palette of emotions and flavors in Chez Fonfon, a restaurant serving a tremendous local shellfish and fish stew.

Head to popular and modern bistro Madame Jeanne for confit veal with homemade gnocchi, piston soup, and organic wines.

Wait in the queue at Patisserie Sylvain Depuichaffray to buy the most delicious green tea and strawberry millefeuille.

Enjoy unique French wine with seasonal lunches like greek yogurt and spiced potatoes in Chicoulon.

Where to stay in Marseille

Minimalism intertwined with luxury welcomes you in Hotel C2, a 5-star hotel with every detail you will adore.

Enjoy your stay in an elegant 4-star Grand Hotel Beauvau Marseille Vieux Port – MGallery hotel in the heart of the town with Napoleon III furniture and a Provencal-style breakfast.

There is always an option to enjoy the romance of Marseille with a limited budget by choosing a 3-star hotel like Maison Dormoy.

Enjoy the big city’s advantages without the crowds’ drawbacks at an affordable price by booking Le Bungalow Guesthouse.

Your trip to Calanques will be truly memorable if you stay in the 5-star Hôtel Les Roches Blanches Cassis, with the most romantic outdoor pool overlooking the sea.

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