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Discover Marseilles

France's oldest and second-largest city as well as the biggest port on the Mediterranean, Marseille has much to offer. It's the capital of the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur region and whether you're a history fan, a beach lover or a shopaholic, there are lots of great reasons to visit.

 Restaurants

Be sure to sample the city's signature dish "bouillabaisse". An authentic version is served at the Michelin-starred L'Epuisette restaurant. For more everyday fare, try a spicy kebab from one of the many vendors on the Canebière. A simple meal costs 9EUR, while dinner for two with wine is 55-60EUR in a mid-range restaurant.

Here are the 5 best recommended restaurants in Marseille

1. Le Toigou
2. Le Bistro du Panier
3. La Poule Noire
4. Le Café Bavo
5. La Hippie Chic Café

 Top Attraction

Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde

In a breathtaking hilltop location, this spectacular church is the most important landmark in Marseilles. The site was used in ancient times as an observation point, and during the Middle Ages, was the location of a pilgrimage chapel.

Abbaye Saint-Victor

The house of worship once belonged to an abbey founded in the 5th century. The abbey's basilica is one of the oldest buildings in Marseilles that is still intact, with foundations dating back to Early Christian and Carolingian times.

Explore the Vieux Port (Old Harbor)

The Vieux Port represents the birthplace of Marseilles. This is where the city began as a Greek port around 600 BC. Surrounded by serene blue waters, the Old Port is located in the west of Marseilles near the Canebière boulevard.

 Wander through the Colorful Streets of Le Panier (Old Town)

Splendidly situated on a hillside above the Vieux Port, this colorful neighborhood is the historic center and cultural heart of Marseilles. Le Panier is Marseilles' oldest quarter, inhabited since antiquity when the ancient Greeks settled here in 600 BC.

 Cinema

Variétés

Cinéma Pathé Madeleine

L’étoile

Séquence 13

Transportation

While it's one of France's largest cities in terms of population, Marseille is relatively easy to navigate. The Mediterranean hub has a much less complex and sprawling public transportation system than Paris does, with just a few metro, tram, and bus lines that are generally efficient and reliable. At the same time, the city can feel a bit daunting for first-time visitors, as it comprises several neighborhoods and areas that can be difficult to access without a car.

Here are the most common transportations

Taxi

Bus

Tramway

Metro