Marseille Guided Tour for 4 Hours with a Bilingual Local Guide
“The best way to know a city is to walk it.” Simone de Beauvoir, renowned French writer, was right.
And it is especially true for Marseille.
Marseille is unique, a city with 100 personnalities, an oxymoron where calm and noise live together in a chaotic harmony.
The oldest city in France, 2600 years old, still has a young beating heart, and the best way to feel it is to simply walk on it.
On this tour of 8 people maximum, you'll experience and discover, with a local, passionate and bilingual guide, what makes Marseille, Marseille.
We will wander through the small and only walkable streets of Le Panier, learn about Marseille's rich history one monument after the other. We will climb to Notre Dame de la Garde, overlooking the panoramic view of the city, see hidden gems that can be only seen on foot, lose ourselves in Le Roucas Blanc, and go back in time visiting the little fishing port of Le Vallon des Auffes.
And so, so much more.
Join us exploring this southern treasure.
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Tour donné en français
French
What's included in Marseille Guided Tour for 4 Hours with a Bilingual Local Guide
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Cathedrale de la Major
The start and end of our tour, the magnificent Cathedral of La Major. We'll discover its vast and rich history, marvelling at its Neo Byzantine style, before getting on our journey. La Major Cathedral in Marseille, France, is a grand Roman Catholic cathedral known for its Byzantine-Roman architectural style, featuring striking domes and intricate mosaics. It's one of the largest cathedrals in France and a significant landmark in Marseille.
Le Panier
Let's continue our journey deep inside the very famous district of Le Panier in Marseille. Le Panier is a historic district in Marseille, France, characterized by its charming narrow streets, colorful buildings, and vibrant atmosphere. It's known for its rich cultural heritage, with a mix of Mediterranean and North African influences. Le Panier is a popular destination for tourists, offering quaint cafes, artisan shops, and picturesque views of the Old Port.
From the north to the south shore of the Old Port, there is a very well known street known as La Canebière. We will stroll around it, learn about its history and the significant monuments surrounding it, such as the Antique Port and the Opera House.
Inclusions
- Private and guided tour with a local guide
- Individual recommendations in a wrap up email from the guide regarding each one is looking for.
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers aged 70+
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- We meet right in front of the Cathedral La Major's entry gate. There is big lamppost facing straight at the entry gate. I will be there, wearing a white cap.
End Points
- Our journey will conclude at the very center of Marseille, right in the Old Port. This is the crossroads of Marseille, from there you can either take the bus, subway, boat, or just go on foot to any place you want to visit next!