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5 of the best things to do in MarseilleJul 27, 2025 • 5 min read
Get to know all the unmissable activities that make Marseille unique with our guide to the top experiences in the Provençal capital.
Marseille Travel Stories
beachesThe 4 best day trips from MarseilleJul 10, 2025 • 5 min read
Stretch your legs away from the big-city chaos and discover more of southern France with these top day trips from Marseille.
destination practicalitiesThe best time to visit MarseilleJun 24, 2025 • 6 min read
From the outdoorsy summer months to the many festivals held in autumn and winter, Marseille is a joy any time of year
How to spend the ultimate weekend in MarseilleJun 21, 2025 • 5 min read
A unique mix of tradition and modern energy make this vibrant port city on France's southern coast the perfect spot for a weekend break.
activities10 ways to enjoy Marseille without spending moneyJun 17, 2025 • 6 min read
With some insider knowledge and flexibility, tap into these free and money-saving activities while visiting Marseille.
destination practicalitiesHow to get around MarseilleMay 15, 2025 • 6 min read
Marseille’s reputation as a fast-paced port city is not unwarranted, but the best way to get around is often by foot.
sportsGet into: soccer in MarseilleApr 3, 2023 • 5 min read
Olympique de Marseille is the only top-level football club in Marseille, and its support is rabid and unswerving.
shoppingMarseille in 5 shops: indie fashion, contemporary art and (of course) soapMar 28, 2023 • 4 min read
As you discover the allure of Marseille, drop by these independent retailers, five of the city’s best.
best in travel 2023Check out Camille Potts' best day in MarseilleNov 15, 2022 • 1 min read
Comic book writer and illustrator Camille Potts shows you have to have the best day in Marseille.
best in travel 20234 days to learn about MarseilleNov 15, 2022 • 11 min read
Marseille is both beachy and urban, French and Mediterranean, modern and historic. Here's how to learn more about Marseille in four days.
bars and pubsMarseille’s top 10 rooftops for expertly mixed tunes, drinks and dancingSep 27, 2022 • 6 min read
Social butterflies, night owls and cocktail connoisseurs seeking expertly mixed tunes, drinks and dancing: these are Marseille’s 10 rooftop hot spots.
art and culture9 of the best museums in MarseilleSep 13, 2022 • 6 min read
Marseille has bold and eclectic museums. Here are the best.
destination practicalitiesThe 5 best neighborhoods in MarseilleJun 22, 2022 • 4 min read
Here's a look at Marseille's most interesting enclaves, and what to expect in each one.
budget travelExperience the allure of Marseille, for lessJun 16, 2022 • 7 min read
Follow these tips on transport, meals, low-cost sightseeing and other essentials to get more for less on your next trip to Marseille.
state parksSunset cocktails, seaside strolls and cinematic châteaux: Marseille’s best parksMay 6, 2022 • 6 min read
Amid the grit and glamour of this Mediterranean port city, delightful green spaces beckon.
beachesTravelling with kids in the south of FranceJun 19, 2015 • 5 min read
France is seriously big– more than twice the size of the UK and larger than Spain and Greece combined. With great size comes great diversity – of climate,…