You'll be amazed on Marseille holidays by the dizzying variety of holiday
attractions in France's exciting second city. Head to Marseille's
vast, beautiful Old Port and explore the oldest district, Le Panier. Get a
ferry to Frioul islands offshore before experiencing Marseille's
nightlife and dozens of convivial restaurants serving bouillabaisse fish stew and
other Marseille specialities.
Sightseeing on holidays in Marseille
Start your Marseille holidays at the majestic fortified Old Port, focal point
of Marseille. See traces of Marseille's ancient origins at Jardin des
Vestiges. Board a ferry to fascinating islands offshore, or climb the lanes
into Le Panier, Marseille's oldest neighbourhood. Walk up
Marseille's broad central avenue, La Canebière, through the
city centre from the port towards the Palais Longchamp museums.
Dining on holidays in Marseille
Sample authentic Marseille bouillabaisse on holiday in Marseille.
You'll find this famous chunky fish stew in many homely fish restaurants
around Marseille's Old Port, which offers smarter holiday eating
places too. Off La Canebière enjoy Provençal, Italian and
spicy ethnic cuisines. Head along South Marseille's coast road to
find several acclaimed, inventive gourmet restaurants.
Nightlife on holidays in Marseille
Book great holiday nights at big Marseille auditoria in North Marseille and on
the city fringes, hosting lavish shows and rock concerts. You'll find vibrant
late-night bars and dance clubs around the Old Port and the up-and-coming
Belle-de-Mai quarters where old industrial buildings have been re-vamped
into bars. Near the port, enjoy opera and ballet on Marseille holidays at the
Opéra de Marseille.
Daytrips on holidays in Marseille
On Marseille holidays, make the short trip to Marseille's elegant inland
neighbour Aix-en-Provence. Journey west to the intriguing flat watery
wilderness of the Camargue. If you like walking on holiday, follow trails on
spectacular headlands south of Marseille to dramatic calanques inlets.
Further east, enjoy holiday outings to smart little beach resorts like
Cassis.
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