Very interesting place. I went there because of the combined ticket (pass), and left impressed by the incredible collection gathered in this museum! Must visit to understand the great past of this area.

Prob the highlight of my 4 hours in Arles. This museum is small enough to not get bored. And it has a good amount of well preserved cool artifacts like the barge or the different busts.

One of the best ancient museums in the south of France. The place is rich at unique historical exhibits including a huge original boat which was found on the bottom of the lake nearby. I do recommend buying a city pass as it provides a very good discount for this museum and several monuments as well as other museums.

Many amazing objects displayed, sadly only 10% with English text explained, the rest French. We took the English audio guide, which was a disaster. An old woman with a shaky British accent, talking very old fashioned...it was painful to hear. Her text was also so unexciting. There are only 19 tracks, but like +1000 objects are displayed in the museum. Better not to use it at all and just look around. The boat is the masterpiece of the museum, for that 4 stars

Beautiful museum to visit. It shows the Roman history of Arles and its position as port in ancient times. It's cheap too if you use the combi ticket to visit other monuments in Arles. Most text is in French only, but there are some important texts that are also in English and there is an English folder to give context to the rooms and objects.

An interesting museum going into the background of the Romans. Probably one to two hours of wandering. Some amazing mosaics from floors of villas along with a wooden boat that was actually pulled up from the bottom of the Rhône. A bit tuned towards French but enough English for us to understand. Nice stop.

Easily the best museum on the city pass. The museum is a little far from the city center, but definitely worth the journey. The display of ancient artifacts from the region is impressive and the museum itself is a modern and really well lit building. The information about the boat that was found in the sediment of the Rhone river is very interesting, just learning about how they unearthed it via scuba diving is really cool.

Standing in the quiet winter garden where Van Gogh once poured out his passion… Unlike the vivid petals bursting with color in Van Gogh’s paintings, the garden at Espace Van Gogh in January was hushed — life seeming to hold its breath in the cold. But still, there was something powerful about being here. I was standing in the very place where his artistic fire once burned so brightly. Arles in winter felt peaceful, humble, yet filled with an invisible spark — a city where everyday simplicity and artistic spirit quietly coexisted. And oh, the weather! After shivering my way through icy Avignon, Arles welcomed me with the kind of soft, sunny warmth that felt like a blessing. 💛

In the heart of Arles lies Hôtel-Dieu, once a sanctuary for Van Gogh, now a garden of memory and light. The cloisters hum softly with the ghosts of brushstrokes; the flowers bloom as if still posing for him. There is no grandeur here, only grace. A tender silence clings to the air, inviting you not to look, but to feel. One leaves not dazzled, but gently moved. A place where art once healed….and perhaps still does.

We always pass by the Espace Van Gogh whenever we are in Arles. The space is preserved nicely. When it's not really crowded and the weather fits the scenery, you get that feeling of being right were the artist was 130 years ago. There are always temporary exhibitions in the rooms around the garden, usually from school students under the guidance of local artists and school teachers and they are always quite interesting. Kids love seeing art created by other children and students. The souvenir shops are also a nice opportunity to buy some van Gogh items and they have a huge variety for all ages.

beautiful, where u can find nice vangogh gifts and also i really enjoy the garden

We went there as Van Gogh spent some time there after he cut off his ear. He painted some scenes whilst there. I thought it was a beautiful space with a garden which remains very much the way he painted it. There’s an extensive souvenir shop there. Entry to the space is complimentary.

Makes you go back on time to see what Van Gogh did and feel.

Quite disappointed in this space as it just seemed to house tourist shops and a restaurant. There was no public area to sit and enjoy the view of the tiny garden. Other reviews showed the pond in the centre of the garden with water in it, but today it was empty. The planting of flowers was pretty, but I wouldn't go out of my way to visit... we were simply in the area. Trading off the name Van Gogh and this one just missed the mark for us.

Although it is not artistically decorated like many churches in Europe, considering its construction year, it feels even more majestic.

This huge old church has been built with the most beautiful architectural design and detailed sculptures. It's been maintained and preserved amazingly! So much history. A true gem of Arles. No tickets needed. It's in the very heart of the city's Old Town square, Place de la Republique.

Nice cathedral, very high, very stately. Beautiful mason work near the entrance. Nice for a quick visit.

In a small town with so many epic buildings , this holds its own. Entry is from the beautiful squarer of a place de La Republic. next to the Hotel De Ville and the cloisters. Get the ticket that allows you access to all the showstoppers. Well worth it.

Don't come Sunday morning and expect to tour church or take pictures inside. Outside sculptures are fantastic. Beautiful square too.

The Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church is a stunning architectural gem, with construction dating back to the 12th century. While some of the tapestries may appear faded, this only adds to the church's charm and historical allure. A notable feature is the vast collection of relics of saints, securely locked away behind metal bars in a church alcove, offering a glimpse into the religious significance of the site. Like many churches in France, Saint-Trophime is adorned with numerous statues and paintings depicting standard components of Christianity, contributing to its beauty and spiritual atmosphere. Overall, a very beautiful and enriching visit for those interested in history and religious art.

Stunning, the artwork and history are amazing

If you're interested in Roman architecture, this is a must-visit. I loved that you can walk through every part of the theatre and really feel the history beneath your feet. The stones still carry traces of Roman craftsmanship — it's like stepping back in time. An unforgettable experience for history lovers.

This is very interesting if you're in Arles, we visited around Mid- June and it was not that busy but definitely active amongst the town. The town itself had a lovely feel to it and it has a lot of history behind it which is so so interesting to delve into. It is definitely worth a stop if you ever find yourself in Arles as there is a walking route with so much information and history behind it. The town itself carries so much meaning behind each monument.

I discovered this place accidentally when I was walking through the park to its south (getting some euros from the post office ATM). Wow so amazing! Hard to believe something like this survives into the 21st Century in such good condition. Love how the Europeans maintain and utilise these sites, incorporating them into Modern Life. The Romans' achievements are mind boggling. This is a very cool place I would love to see a performance here. Unfortunately I have to leave today. It made me think of the Shelley poem Ozymandias I met a traveller from an antique land, Who said—“Two vast and trunkless legs of stone Stand in the desert. . . . Near them, on the sand, Half sunk a shattered visage lies, whose frown, And wrinkled lip, and sneer of cold command, Tell that its sculptor well those passions read Which yet survive, stamped on these lifeless things, The hand that mocked them, and the heart that fed; And on the pedestal, these words appear: My name is Ozymandias, King of Kings; Look on my Works, ye Mighty, and despair! Nothing beside remains. Round the decay Of that colossal Wreck, boundless and bare The lone and level sands stretch far away.”

Great place for a gig or just in general if you're into Roman architecture. Seats do not have cushions or back rest so bring some padding if you intend to be seated for any time.

If you’re going to the theatre in Arles then I imagine you’re going to go to the amphitheatre as well. So: if you don’t know already, for €11 you can buy a ticket which gets you into both. Good value. As for the theatre, It’s good but not great. It’s quite small and you’re pretty much free to wander where you like. Beyond that there’s not much to add. It’s pretty much what you would expect. But worth seeing. Practical note: we rocked up in Arles assuming that there would be big signs everywhere saying “Roman Stuff This Way!”, but it’s really not like that at all. It takes a little finding.

Fairly boring theatre compared to the arena next door. Buy a combi ticket to get this one off your bucket list, but don't make a detour just for this one.

It’s pretty small not that worth visiting if you don’t spend too much time in Arles. It’s a shame that there’s not much introduction for this place. If you stay the whole day in Arles, you can still visit it with the ticket (€11 for arena+theater) or you won’t have many things to visit. Arles is a small calm village.

Impressive Roman Amphitheater built around 90 CE when the Flavian dynasty ruled in Rome and Domitian was emperor. Not surprisingly the arena was modelled after the Flavian Amphitheater aka Colloseum in Rome. It could hold 20.000 spectators who would watch brutal gladiator games and fights with wild animals. When the western Roman empire had collapsed in the 5th century CE it became a fortess with four towers of which two survived. In medieval times there were even 200 houses, squares and chapels built inside making it a town within a town Like with other arenas large steel structures are built inside with seating for spectators taking away most of the original atmosphere.

Beautiful, beautiful history. The architectural details are absolutely stunning—I can’t believe this has stood for so many years! It truly takes your breath away. It looks just like the Colosseum in Rome. Timeless, majestic, and unforgettable.

I was fortunate to attend Arles Rice Festival in mid- September and celebrated the Camargue rice harvest. I saw the traditional Provençal bullfight, course camarguaise in the Arles Amphitheatre. It's not Spanish Bullfight so no bulls were killed. The Arles Amphitheatre was fascinating and there are many events in the summer time so you can experience the Arles Amphitheatre.

We were in Arles for a photography festival. The festival was pretty diverse in themes, thus might interest a large number of people. The added bonus is that we were able to see spots as festival locations we would miss if we were to stick to main tourist attractions. Arles is a very old Roman city worth visiting.

Stayed at the local campsite. Very cheap to get into the city. The day we went all the museums were free. The amphitheatre and collusseum were worth the price alone. Beautiful and so easy to access.

Incredible to think this structure has stood for over 2,000 years definitely worth seeing from the outside. Going inside, however, is a bit underwhelming. There isn’t much to look at, and the lack of information or context means your visit will likely be very quick!

Spectacularly intact Roman arena. Well worth visiting and the combination ticket to visit some of the other historical sites was a good value option. Not much in the way of interpretation panels, just a few on the way in, then enjoy the arena

Beautiful moving visit. The abbey is stunning. The monks are very religious and pious. The services are very very touching. The store has a wonderful selection of products from the abbey and other abbeys in France. The bread is heavenly.

God blessed people. I will return for sure

Serene!! 90 monks live here in perfect harmony with their surroundings

A very positive energetic place that heals just by being there! I will definitely come back here again!

The setting, surrounded by hills and mountains on all sides, is magestic! I had an amazing 5 days and 4 nights here after my 1000 mile Chemin du St. Jacques. The monks were welcoming and kind, especially as I had been a pilgrim. For that reason, they would not accept money. They gave me tasks like moving firewood, splitting oak, and working in the mail room. The room was far better than many pensions or chambre d'hotes. The food, especially for lunch and dinner, was spectacular. The monks make their own wine and olive oil. For a Catholic, this gem of a monastery is truly going back in time. I heard Mass in the church at one altar, while many other Masses were going one at other altars all around the church. The silence and sublime atmosphere, are something I yearn to see again. I was not surprised at all to learn that Pope Benedict went to this monastery for his own retreats while a Cardinal.

The Benedictine monastery dedicated to St. Mary Magdalene is a very spiritual sanctuary. The 55 monks of the monastery with their ascetical life silently open before you a world of mysticism within you. The verdant nature that surrounds the monastery praises the Creator in an entirely different language than the pre-Vatican Council and Latin Tridentine liturgies used within the monastery. Monastery has a holy article's shop nearly run by the same monks of the monastery. You can find religious and mystical books as well as other items (eco friendly, most of them) which come from other monasteries as well. The monastery offers silent retreats and spiritual assistance to the pilgrims as according to the Benedictine tradition.

Glorious Chant, fine wines. Friendly monks and an Abbot who leads by example. Amazingly spiritual and silent in the turmoil of Covid.

(Translated by Google) During my visit to your store I was the victim of fatphobia (being large) by one of your employees. Having rainy weather I put my umbrella on the side to avoid getting water into your store. When going to the checkout I decide to go and collect it by passing through the small space between the checkout and the queue post which obviously does not have any more to the gentleman in front of the entrance to your North African type store, an elderly man who I think was doing security in front of the entrance. This one asks me why I didn't go all the way around the store to collect my umbrella, I tell him that it wasn't that serious and make him understand that the object was recovered anyway so that he replies with a mocking tone "you had to go around, you have to exercise" It is unacceptable to be welcomed like this, especially in a store of a major brand. I hope this gentleman will get back to you with this message! Unacceptable! (Original) Lors de mon passage dans votre magasin j’ai été victime de grossophobie ( étant forte de corpulence ) par un de vos employés. Ayant un temps pluvieux je dépose mon parapluie sur le côté pour éviter de faire rentré de l’eau dans votre magasin. Lors du passage en caisse je décide d’aller récupérer celui ci en passant dans le petit espace entre la caisse et le poteau de file d’attente qui visiblement n’a pas plus au monsieur devant l’entrée de votre magasin de type maghrébin, âgé qui je pense faisais la sécurité devant l’entrée. Celui ci me demande pourquoi je n’ai pas fait tout le tour du magasin pour aller récupérer mon parapluie, je lui dis que ce n’était pas si grave que ça et lui fais comprendre que l’objet a été récupérer de toute façon pour qu’il me réponde avec un ton moqueur « il fallait faire le tour, faut faire du sport » C’est inadmissible d’être accueillie de la sorte surtout dans un magasin d’une grande marque. J’espère que ce monsieur aura un retour avec ce message ! Inadmissible !

(Translated by Google) When I came to this store I was the victim of fatphobia by the Asian saleswoman who was in the changing room. I kindly asked her to remove the lock so I could try on the shorts that went with the dress. She didn't want to come inside the changing room so I moved. She held up the dress in front of practically the entire store. She then made a hole in the dress. She told me that the shorts wouldn't fit and that I would make a hole in them and that if I make a hole in them I would have to pay for it. I plan to buy this dress and other items. She asked me to take this dress off immediately. I am very unhappy with the reception. Instead of selling items, she denigrates us. Review your employees. (Original) Lors de ma venue dans ce magasin j’ai était victime de grossophobie part la vendeuse de type asiatique qui ce trouvée en cabine je lui est demandée gentiment de m’enlever l’antivol pour essayer le short qui aller avec la robe elle n’a pas voulu venir à l’intérieur de la cabine je me suis donc déplacé elle m’a levée la robe devant pratiquement tout le magasin elle a donc fait un troue dans la robe elle m’a dit que le short mirais pas et que je vais le trouer et que si je le troue je vais le payer je compte acheter cette robe et d’autre article elle ma demander d’enlever dessuite cette robe je suis très mécontente de l’accueil au lieu de vendre des article elle nous dénigre revoyez vos employée

(Translated by Google) The price displayed on the shelf was different from the one at the checkout. After more than 20 minutes of waiting and much insistence, a manager finally intervened to apply the correct price, but with great difficulty, apparently due to a labeling error. The store is not commercial at all: the employees should rethink their salesmanship... or consider another career. A very frustrating experience for a brand like Lacoste. I will not return to this store. The star is only for the items found!! (Original) Prix affiché en rayon différent de celui passé en caisse. Après plus de 20 minutes d’attente et beaucoup d’insistance, un responsable est enfin intervenu pour appliquer le bon tarif mais avec beaucoup de mal apparemment erreur d'étiquetage. Le magasin n’est pas commercial du tout : les employés devraient revoir leur fibre commerciale… ou envisager un autre métier. Une expérience très frustrante pour une enseigne comme Lacoste. Je ne retournerai pas dans ce magasin. L'étoile est juste pour les articles trouvés !!

(Translated by Google) Suggested rating: 0 stars Very negative experience — haughty and disrespectful salesperson I am extremely disappointed with my visit to the Lacoste Outlet in Miramas. I was treated in an unacceptable manner by a salesperson named Kevin. He was: Haughty and contemptuous toward me, Verbally aggressive, without any apology, Arrogant, believing that without a manager, he could get away with speaking ill of me without consequence. His behavior completely ruined my shopping experience, which was not insignificant (over €1,000 in purchases). Atmosphere, professionalism, and respect for the customer are supposed to be paramount in this type of store, and there is nothing like that here. I will not return, even though I am a regular customer, too bad, and I am extremely shocked by the attitude of this salesperson, who has not suffered any consequences. (Original) Note suggérée : 0 étoile Expérience très négative — vendeur hautain et irrespectueu Je suis extrêmement déçue de ma visite au Lacoste Outlet de Miramas. J’y ai été reçue de manière inacceptable par un vendeur nommé Kevin. Il s’est montré : Hautain et méprisant envers moi, Très agressif verbalement, sans aucune excuse, Arrogant, estimant que sans responsable, il pouvait se permettre de mal me parler sans conséquence. Son comportement a totalement gâché mon expérience d’achat qui d ailleurs n était pas négligeable(plus de 1000 euros d achats). L’ambiance, le professionnalisme et le respect du client sont censés primer dans ce type de boutique, et là, il n’y a rien de tel. Je ne reviendrai pas malgré que je suis cliente régulière tampis et je suis extrêmement choquée de l attitude de se vendeur qui reste sans conséquence.

(Translated by Google) We came yesterday to buy several items. My daughter then accompanied my father to the fitting rooms to give him her opinion. As she passed, she bumped into a woman who got angry. My daughter immediately apologized. The woman continued to complain. So I told the woman that my daughter had apologized, what else did she want? And then, the woman in charge of the fitting rooms grabbed me by the shoulders and asked me to leave. I asked her to stop touching me several times. So I went to see the security guard and the store manager, telling them that it was unacceptable for her to engage in this kind of behavior. Fortunately, and a huge thank you to them, I was listened to, and the security guard was extremely kind and considerate... Otherwise, the products and prices are really very attractive. (Original) Nous sommes venus hier acheter plusieurs articles Ma fille a alors accompagné mon père au niveau des cabines d essayage pour lui donner son avis En passant elle a bousculé une dame qui s'est enervee Ma fille s'est immédiatement excusée La dame a continué de raler J'ai donc dit à la dame que ma fille s'était excusé qu'est ce qu'elle voulait d'autre Et la, la dame responsable des cabines d essayage, m a pris par les épaules et m a demandé de sortir Je lui ai demandé d'arrêter de me toucher plusieurs fois Je suis donc allée voir l'agent de sécurité et le responsable du magasin en leur disant qu'il était inadmissible qu elle se permette ce genre de comportement Heureusement et Un immense merci à eux, j ai été écoutée et l agent de sécurité à été extrêmement bienveillant et gentil... Sinon les produits et les prix sont vraiment très intéressants

(Translated by Google) I bought a cardigan and a shirt. The guy didn't fold them, he threw them haphazardly into the bag, and he didn't remove the sensors from the two pairs of socks I bought. Incompetence. I come home and discover this... (Original) J’ai pris un gilet et une chemise. Le mec ne les a pas pliés, il les a balancé en vrac dans le sac, et il n’a pas enlevé les capteurs aux deux paires de chaussettes que j’ai acheté. Incompétence. Je rentre chez moi et je découvre ça…

(Translated by Google) I wanted to thank the two saleswomen who were great with me on Friday July 25th for the purchase of Polo, the same for the cashier 🤝 (Original) Je tenais à remercier les 2 vendeuses qui ont été au top avec moi en ce vendredi 25 juillet pour l'achat de Polo, pareil pour le caissier 🤝

Wonderful views at amazing canyons and rocks, you don't need to fly to the states to see the g Grand Canyon, this also is possible in south of france at the Gorges de la Nesque! Beautiful and awesome...with the king of the Provence in the background - the mont ventoux! Sonst miss the drive through the Gorges de la Nesque!

This is a must-do climb regardless of gour level of fitness and type of bicycle. Go for it, you won't regret it. From Ville-sur-Auzon, it's a gentle climb on a well-surfaced road. The last 6 km are a bit steeper but hardly. The climb from Méthamis takes more time because the road tarmac isn't smooth. It' also more challenging. Whichever way you go, you are rewarded with spectacular views and a breath-taking landscape. On a lucky day, cyclists can also enjoy an aerial ballet provided by either wild falcons or la Patrouille de France squad, the French version of the Eed Arrows. Avoid weekends as the slopes are busy with motorcycles going up and down. Some overspeeding or cutting lines. On the 25th of May 2025, La Nesque will be closed to all forms of motorized vehicles. This is great news indeed. This should happen once a month between May and October, shouldn't it?

Great cycling once The Beast has been slain.

A magnificent climb at 19 km length with only 2.3 percent slope at mean

Best cycling route in the area.

Fantastic scenery

Impressively beautiful. I drove by car and loved it. Saw also people on bikes, that must be great too.

Lovely area and well preserved. Some koi fishes inside the small pond just under the mushroom shaped foliage fountain. Next to coffee shops and restaurants. Located centrally in Salon de Provence, France. Adds charm to the place.

Nice entrance spot for the fountain.

This is a nice place to sit with a view over the beautiful fountain that looks like a tree that rains. Very beautiful. The staff is ok, buy not really that interactive. The prices are high and it's clear that they live of off tourism.

Nice little square with a few pretty restaurants.

A nice landmark to have a look at, very pretty. Some nice cafes around it as well.

I've seen a lot of "fontaines moussues" in my life but this one tops them all. (No offense to the other small ones in the city)

Sweet cafe corner with a refreshing green fountain. Worth a visit

If you're in Salon de Provence or anywhere near, the visit to the castle is a must. The collection is huge and it is really interesting to see how things changed through time, but also learn about the battles and missions. We spent more than two hours and in the end we rushed through the last rooms so that we could visit the rest of the castle and the village.

Not much to view, but good spot for photo ops

Very interesting museum with an impressive collection of uniforms and militaria. Beautiful displayed. Confirms that as a high ranking officer, you have a much better chance of getting back home. Many officer’s uniforms in great shape displayed, few of regular soldiers.

A stop by to stretch the legs and have a nice walk around the old part to the castle. Cool place.

This meuseum is packed with objects such as rifles , swords, and uniforms. My favorite part of the meuseum was Napoleon's bed. Fantastic giftshop. I totally recommend Napoleon fans to come very big.

Nothing very special to see inside. However the concert series in summer are a treat!!

The most interesting military collection I have ever seen. Gathered with passion by two brothers, that made it their life goal and family heritage. Expositions are very well prepared, very vivid. Historical background is well described, for now in French only but I bet it would change soon. Worth all the 3 hours I spent there!

Love this park for short hikes! Our dog loves it here. In the main park, there are more people, there’s picnic places, horse stables, etc. But if you go a bit further into the sea side, less people and really a good place to do a leisure hike. :)

Huge park to enjoy your day outdoors, bathrooms, a beach hidden spot, very good restaurant with excellent prices

Beautiful

The is games. A farm. Tree climbing facility. Trampolines.... It s a nice area to go in family with kids. The area is beautiful too so recommended on a lazy Sunday.

Boring too hot park of nothing special, yeah see some boring horses and ponys which are dressed to ride with children. The only useful thing is the carousel for children.

Nice park with a nice playground for kids.

nice park

Excellent zoo for a day out with the kids/family. We really enjoyed the bird show (be on time) and our kid loved the playground situated in the center of the park. We went on a weekday in the middle of the holiday period and it was not crowded at all. Prices are normal for a zoo of this size

Perfect zoo for a family, need 4-6 hours for a full cycle, many onsite activities with the kids..

Very cool, had great play structures and a zip line our kids loved, even a splash pad in the middle of the zoo, lots of cool animals to see. We really liked seeing the rhinos and hippos and elephants and giraffes!

I started off in the reptile building and was surprised all of the plants inside their enclosures were not real. How much effort would it take to maintain real plants and add to the reptiles air quality? The rest of the zoo was impressive.

we visited the Barnes zoo with our granddaughter on a very hot day. However, the shade trees allowed us to remain refreshed by the breeze on this beautiful plateau in Provence. A wonderful assessment of wild animals, reptiles and various birds...so much for just one visit. The animations at selected animal locations during the day were interesting and educational for children of all ages. Bravo to each animator! we attended the Saïmiri and elephant presentations. The play park was fun and diverse as well as the overall quality of construction very satisfying. We also found the price of admission and the prices of food and drinks quite reasonable. a very impressive visit for us so hats off to those of the Barbens parc animalier!!

A fantastic day out with the kids awaits at Zoo de La Barben! This is an excellent choice for a family trip, offering a clean and enjoyable environment. You'll find a great playground right in the middle of the zoo, perfect for letting the kids burn off some energy. While the food options on-site are limited, what's available is tasty. All in all, it’s a wonderful place to spend a day and make some lasting memories.

Amazing zoo on a big rock, lots of space for animals and people with 180 degree views, and we saw so many fabulous animals and birds…best ever

WOW! Everyone told us that this was one of the best (and largest) markets in Provence so we drove from CdP to check it out. My husband and I were blown away. The market seemed to go on forever because every time you turned down a street, there was another vendor period this market truly does have everything from produce, to meat, cheese, fruit, olives, pastries, art, jewelry, clothing, shoes, woven bags, whole roasted chickens, nuts, coffee, and no doubt some items we missed. We wandered around for almost 3 hours and filled 3 good-sized tote bags! We are from the United States and have never seen anything like it. All the vendors were friendly, not pushy. No yelling at you to come by. It's incredible that this market has been held every Saturday since the 12th century! Highly recommend. It's worth an hour+ drive.

I was impressed by the varieties , freshness and low prices of fruits. They have many other items here- cheese , clothes, bread, jam , honey and many more. The market occupied many streets . You will find something to buy here. Do scheduled your visit to Apt on Saturday. Market ends 12.30 pm. After this market there was nothing much to do on a Saturday in Apt. Fortunately our visit coincide with the French Music Festival.

It was said to be one of the most popular markets in the area. Not only did it have a whole host of locally sourced fresh produce and other food items, there were many DIY-jewelry and ornament stalls. Provence-style kitchenwares and household items were also highlights too. Get there early as most of the stalls started to close down slightly after midday!

Such a vibrant and authentic experience. Amazing fresh produce. Reasonable prices. Love it!

We enjoyed having our lunch here. Friendly staff, affordable and nice selection on the menu.

The market here on Saturdays is such a quintessential Provence experience- the smells of the pungent cheese, fresh lavender, and bright red tomatoes that beg to be devoured are all part of the joys of wandering around this gorgeous market

The historical old city is completely occupied by market stands. Hundreds of them covered with local products, accomplished by musik and options for having a snack or a drink. It's a "must see", a charming experience.

Fort Buoux is stunning. The area is wide, there is so much to see. It was a hot day and we almost didn't want to enter, but we would have missed so many interesting and unforgettable views. Highly recommend, well worth the climb!

Quiet, hidden but immensely imposing fortifications perching on a rock looking over the valley(s), this location has a historical span from deep into prehistory up until the late middle ages. Even though there is such an abundance of ruins and rocks to look at, it feels almost like you are the first to discover it. Not at all frequented that much. The secret stairs are REALLY steep, and there is no handrail.

The setting of this fort is just spectacular, gorgeous and huge rocks. If you like rocks you gotta go. On top of that, put yourself in the history of this fort and the people who were there before us, including going back to the stone age. I was blown away. The climbing through the fort was steep and I wished I hadn't done an earlier hike. The secret stairs at the end not to be taken lightly.

Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.

Very nice views and worth the hike to the top and the steep secret staris downhill Too bad that you have to pay to enter as there is not much added value. €6 = Adult €5 = Child/Student (10-25years) Free = Child <10 years

Great walk, hard on the calves though, if your scared of heights, you're going to have to be brave 🙃

History and nature with few crowds

It is a real shame to see so much broken glass and rubbish here at what would be a lovely beach. The rocks have fossils in them so that’s pretty cool.

Great beach, lots of people on sunny days but space for all. Kid friendly.

This is a beautiful beach, but please beware people are breaking into vehicles in the parking lot. We had all of our belongings stolen, trip bags and 7 passports.

Lovely white sand beach. Super in April!

It is a glorious spot. The views along the coast line are stunning. The reason for only 3 stars is the camping grounds, urban sprawl and parking places encroach very closely to this beautiful spot.

Great location, nice beach, nice facilities but way too crowded to enjoy.

Beautiful quiet beach. Just one nearby restaurant. You really need a car to get around here, unless you are a strong walker or cyclist. Peaceful and relaxing. This area is not for the not so, able bodied. The hills are steep ... Lovely beaches though, wild flowers in abundance in May 😃👍

This is a strange and unusual landscape which is worth a visit. Note - for morning visits especially one must reserve parking to guarantee entrance. On arrival you pay €8 for the car. You can then walk through the space, the longer walk took us 1.5 hours.

A big area to walk e.g. there is a good 4 km loop that is a little bit challenging on a hot day. When you get to the Belvedere’s, you actually get a good view. If you’re into red coloured sand cliffs and bits of shady walks this is for you. If you are travelling on foot like we did from the local village you do not pay any entrance fee. The fees are all if you are parking but entrance to the site itself is free..

We stopped off on a bit of a road trip to have an explore of this interesting diversion. It was surprisingly busy when we arrived at the car park. There was a small queue of cars even though it was a midweek lunchtime visit. The queue went quick though, and there was lots of space to park. The price was for one car parking garage space and was €8. This gave our family of four entrance. We took the short route around, which took us about an hour. It was easy walking, and after 15 minutes we got to the interesting yellow and orange hills and dunes. It was really quite interesting, with lots of space to take some pictures as it did not feel too busy once we got there. After wandering around and taking some snaps, we headed back to get some cold can drinks from the little drinks snack, which had some seating in the shade. All in all, we had a really nice time for a good price.

8€ for parking, leaflet provided. A little overcrowded on a Thursday afternoon. We did the easy trail of 2km. Can imagine it looks even more amazing when the sun is out!

The Provençal Colorado , well what a fantastic place to visit with all the family young children included. First of all parking for a car in high season is €8 which I thinks pretty reasonable . There’s two trails to choose from at The Provençal Colorado there labeled Blue Trail and Red trail . The blue trail is said to take 40 minutes, and the red trail is to take you around 90 mins if you’re fit and able . We chose the blue trail as we couldn’t manage the red trail . The scenery around The Provençal Colorado is absolutely stunning .i was genuinely taken aback by the views . Regarding footwear before you go on the trail, I would say you are fine in trainers/Sneakers if you like , just at the very end of the trail there is a small amount of water running across the trail . The team at The Provençal Colorado have kindly placed some logs to help you get across with dry feet . If you want you can also wear a pair of hiking shoes or boots whichever you prefer . There’s toilet facilities on site to use which are free . And may I add very clean and well kept . Also a restaurant and a van to get all your refreshments from . There’s also a souvenir shop onsite which has some beautiful items for sale too . I’d also like to thank the gentleman that runs the souvenir shop, because I’d dropped my wallet in his shop and he came chasing after me around the trail to return my wallet .Thank you very much sir , If that would have been back in my country it would have vanished. The Provençal Colorado is well worth visiting you won’t be disappointed.

It is amazing creation of nature. It just looks beatifully. Hundreds of colours of yellow, Orange, Brown and red. It is really worth to see.

Such a gem in France. I recommende to visit this place in spring winter or autumn. It might be very hot during summer and there are no shade on the hiking/walking tracks. You can take a picnic and spend some time in the Park. There are tables and benches everywhere . A hat and sunscreen is à must. The whole visit is about 2hr.

Restaurant was sensational. The gardens don't get watered, information that isn't volunteered until after your payment has gone through. If you visit after a long period without rain there is very little to see.

Best place to find peace, great food, surroundings and beautiful people

Is this a joke? The garden is not watered, thus, 98% of the plants are dead and withered in mid to late August. Still, they take 100% of the entrance fee 🤣

Lovely garden. Well worth a visit. Take your time and enjoy all the little nooks and crannies that the head gardener has created.

The location is really stunning with a wonderful view from the terrace. The food was of good quality and the service very friendly

What a find and what an unexpected pleasure! Visited 2 June 2016 and the gardens were in full bloom. The restoration of the buildings was also tremendous credit to the caregivers.

Nice, off-road location, but the garden needs a bit of maintenance, e.g. plant names faded in the sun, mostly name tags on rose bushes, but not on (sometimes more interesting) other plants. If you're nearby, take a look.

We enjoyed the guided visit very much. The guide spoke excellent English and described many interesting vignettes about Cezanne's years in the studio and efforts to preserve it after his death. We look forward to returning to see the progress on restoring more of the studio.

A lovely place to visit, even though there is only one room to see. The most interesting part was listening to our guide, who is very knowledgeable (and speaks English perfectly)! I hope that eventually this space will be even more interesting, with more things to view and I'm grateful that they do their best to save the remembrances of a great painter.

The bright southern French sunlight and sweet air made this place feel magical. Watching a group painting outdoors added to the charm—it was a beautiful and inspiring moment.

Boring tour of women, who can hardly speak English. The content of the tour is irrelevant to the art of Cézanne. Just silly little anecdotes. Complete wastevofvtime. What a shame

The studio I visited itself is one room and oat of some gardens. It's not accessible and it's a ways from the city center. On the way back to our horn we had to wait over 1 hour for the bus (it was a Sunday) and no Ubers / Bolts were available that could fit a wallet on the trunk. So it just wasn't worth it for the mobility aspect given that we saw one room.

Excellent experience, made very enjoyable by the stories and anecdotes from the guide

We tried to book for the museum but that was sold out many weeks before we arrived so thought a tour of his studio would be great. Ticket €9.50 each, says to arrive 20 minutes before your time slot. No idea why especially as only 3 chairs to sit on in the gift shop/waiting area. The staff at the desk weren’t particularly friendly. Our guide introduced himself and off we went through the garden, stopped to warn us about the path (it was very wet and slippery), and we arrived at his house. We entered the first room on the ground floor, stood around and given a background into Cezanne’s life. Then up the stairs to the studio. Stools provided to sit and hear more about Cezanne’s life and approach and then items of interest in his studio. There is his easel, a palette and a few bits and pieces but that’s about it. It’s a very empty space really for a studio and doesn’t give you a feel for how he worked here or how the space was really used. It’s a room basically. And that’s the tour, which a quick read of a website could have provided. Our guide was nice enough. He has perfect English however has a very thick French accent and spoke very fast so made it difficult to understand him ( I work with people from across the globe so very comfortable with accented English but even I struggled). NB. parking nearby is a nightmare so in fact turning up early proved to be a good idea purely to find a place to park. Tip- buy tickets online ahead as it does sell out.

I must be missing something for this to get an average of four on Google. A very sporadic display - no story or theme really linking them. Limited educational text. If it’s pouring with rain and you want 10 minutes out of the weather then maybe, otherwise a waste of 6 euro entry. Also like another reviewer mentioned we were followed around the museum as if we were a group of naughty school children in a corner shop. Weird.

By my understanding and standards, this place cannot be considered a museum. There are hardly any objects on display. I entered with the hope of finding an ethnographic museum, but it was a disappointment. Moreover, if you don’t know French language like us, you won’t be able to read anything or understand the visual presentations. Even if you consider the entrance fee as a donation, you’d be better off spending your time exploring the historic streets of this beautiful city.

Very limited collection focussing mainly on ecclesiastical themes… no English translations so only go if you are passionate about the history of Aix and can speak good French!

There wasn’t much to see, unfortunately. I was hoping to get a look at the mansion’s interior and some original furniture, but it turned out to be a small museum with just a few Cézanne paintings upstairs, and some rather creepy puppet dolls 😂

The city was founded in 123 B.C. but the museum touches on the period starting from the 17th century only. You'll see a few models and artifacts from that era but you won't learn much about the actual history of the city for the most part. The displayed paintings are mostly related to Cezanne's fellow artists/friends, half of the museum could be regarded as a small extension of Musée Granet which is dedicated to Cezanne himself and many more painters. There's a room with an interesting 3D model for a cupola project of St. Peter's Basilica (Vatican), the video is quite interesting telling the story of the project but the connection to Aix is that a collector bought the model in Italy and brought it to Aix. The museum has some artifacts but it's missing out most of the city's interesting history unfortunately. It can be a nice break for 20-25 min if you are in downtown, entrance is free on the first Sunday of the month!

Followed around the entire museum like we weren't trustworthy. Made me feel pretty uncomfortable. I left after about 7 minutes.

Nice small museum, however the ticket vendor quite blatantly tried to short change me, then pretended she hadn't noticed the 2€ in her hand. The actual museum attendant was helpful though.

Wide scenic boulevard on the edge of the old town

There are so many small, amazing streets in Aix-en-Provence, that Cours Mirabeau pales in comparison with. Of course, if you are there, you need to see it, but we’ve spent hours walking on the streets around it.

one reason why i love visiting aix because the city is a very lovely walkable one ♥️ this street will be full of vendors in certain days including saturdays morning! And you can find literally everything from clothes to antiques! Must visit!

Here is ware you would like to be. Specially after noon. Nice atmosphere and full of attractions Lot of artist 🧑‍🎨 and what they making for sell. Restaurants. Architectural. And happy people’s

Pedestrian area. Don't bring tour vehicule.

Very nice street dedicated mainly to walkers, with lots of different choices of cafes and restaurants, also several shopping places and banks, very good for spending the day.

A shopping place for both high end and low end products. The main street is lined with tents selling affordable items

Cute place to visit. You can walk around the ground floor for free, and get to the garden. The exhibition is paid, and there is also a restaurant/cafe which you can visit and enjoy a drink/food in the small garden or inside. The interior is pretty interesting and there were a lot of artworks to be seen all around. We were especially amazed by the small labyrinth (parterre design) in the back garden. 🥰

A gorgeous oasis of peace, style and refinement in the heart of Aix-en-Provence. I loved the 30' film about Cezanne's life showed as part of the visit. The permanent collection is interesting and the layout of the building impressive. The two leveled garden is wonderful in all seasons...and the elegant café adds to the experience. An absolute pleasure and a treat. A reminder that.. La vie est belle...

Always a magical visit to this special space displaying the current art scene in the heart of Aix en Provence. Niki de Saint Phalle exhibition was incredible! The permanent sculpture and painting installations are incredible (on the first two floors) as is the Jardin and the gift shoppe that transports you to an era gone by ! Buy tickets in advance online.

Enjoyed the perfect early afternoon here. I began with lunch, toured the art exhibition, then topped off my visit relaxing in the rear garden. Perfection.

Very nice museum in a lovely old building in the middle of Aix. Currently an inspiring exhibition with works by French sculptor Niki de Saint Phalle. While there be sure to visit the beautiful garden. The cafe is nice and fits well with aura of the museum.

Went to the Niki de Saint Phalle exhibition which had outstanding organization, presentation, and descriptions in both French and much appreciated English. We also had a wonderful lunch at the café and enjoyed the Cezanne movie.

We were here to see the exibition of Niki de Saint Phalle. The hotel is very beautiful. Unfortunately we couldn't see the cafe because it was closed for a private visit but we saw it from the door; very colorful...

An extraordinary Cezanne exhibition covering his early to later works. Tickets only available via online portal and do expect a crowd- but it is a must if in Aix. The museum’s smaller permanent exhibition is also worth a (less crowded) visit.

The temporary exhibition about Cezanne was fabulous however the organisation of the museum leaves huuuuuge space for improvement. The tickets can not be bought in the museum even if the next available slot is in the next 30 minutes. You have to buy online or in tourist office which is 700 meters away. The most ridiculous solution I’ve ever encountered in any other museum. You’re advised to come 30 minutes before just to stand in the queue. Instead of letting people enter on small groups they just put a mass of people to enter small space of the exhibition all together to make the small rooms super crowded. No logic at all. And the worst out of it is the stroller unfriendly policy! Nowhere at the stage of buying tickets online you learn strollers are not allowed. You learn it when entering museum. Parent must carry the child all the time. As I was nowhere before made aware of it I didn’t bring any baby carrier. They finallly made exception for me after consulting their head of security 🤯 the museum has lifts inside but first you need to make two round of stairs in front to enter the building which is a tough barrier for people with strollers or with wheelchairs. This all happens in France and touristic town! Shame and the difficulties they made for people with reduced mobility and first of all not informing the customer on the stage of buying ticket just spoils the whole experience. The staff also is not very helpful as this is a bother to have reduced mobility person as a visitor. Only one woman on the lower floor was actually nice. The rest was behaving as this is such a nuisance. Total disappointment and I’ve been to hundreds of museums before. 2 stars as the exhibition was first class but organisationally it’s a HORRIBLE place.

The Cezanne exhibit is fantastic and well worth the price! They've brought together a fantastic collection and traced it though his life to show the evolution of style and use of light. The price includes the rest of the collection, and it was well organized to get in with timed entry, keeping it not too busy inside. If you're lucky enough - catch it before Oct 16 :).

Wonderful space and comprehensive Cezanne expo visited in October 2025. There was a significant queue for the expo, which is reassuring! There are plenty of us still looking for beauty and inspiration in art! Will be back!

The Cezanne show was a great idea. Unfortunately, it was very difficult to truly appreciate it. We had tickets for the 12:30pm time slot and while the museum staff tried their best, people with other time slots were able to get in ahead of us. The que was in a side street that was partially closed to public but somehow people were skipping the que and going in. Once in, the museum was mobbed and there were large guided groups that monopolized the most significant pieces making it practically impossible for individuals to get close. The guide giving a lecture in front of the piece and the group (some even set up folding chairs!), took over entire rooms so those of us behind couldn’t get close. I’m sure the show was great and the city deserves kudos for a great effort but the museum needs to reconsider whether they can host individuals at the same time as they invite groups. The other issue is not the museum’s fault but a rule about it might help: photography should not be allowed when the museum is this busy. People stand in front of a piece with their phone, one after another, taking pictures of artwork that has been photographed millions of times preventing those of us behind to appreciate the work. No one is ever going to take as good a picture as the one sold in the museum shop post card or found in a book. I’m happy I was able to visit this beautiful exhibit but, unfortunately, it was not a particularly enjoyable experience.

The museum houses permanent collection and temporary exhibitions, in our case Cezanne a Jas de Bouffan 2025. The temporary exhibition was nice, the permanent one was fine but didn't entice me that much.

We went to see the Sezanne exhibition. It was really nice but unfortunately totally overcrowded although they are already limiting access with time slots. It also would have been great to understand more about the father -son relationship - the explanations were too short/ shallow and seemed contradictory at times.

If you are visiting Marseille, take some time to visit this historical site. Easy 20 ferry ride from the port and then we spent about an hour walking through the old prison dungeons and enjoying the outdoors with great views. There is even a cafe to grab a drink before you head back to main land.

We finally made it to our most awaited visit! Although, we must admit, we weren’t thrilled about the bright sunshine. But hey, there’s a restaurant right there if you’re in the mood for a quick beer. Overall, the place is pretty good, and the route is amazing. It’s just 20 minutes from the Marseille Vieux Port, making it a great spot to visit during the summer. The view from the fort terrace is simply breathtaking. You can see the big Frioul Island on one side and the city of Marseille on the other. It’s always a treat to watch the big cruise ships and small boats passing by. The fort is well-maintained and preserved, and there’s not much to see inside, but it’s definitely worth a visit at least once.

Okay, so the Château d'If is this really famous old castle right off the coast of Marseille. The main thing you gotta know is that it's famous because of the book, The Count of Monte Cristo, which used it as the ultimate prison. King Francis I built it way back in the 16 th century to protect the coast, but it ended up being this crazy, inescapable state prison—basically France's version of Alcatraz. You take a quick boat ride from the Old Port to get there, and the minute you see it on the island, it looks super isolated. The view of Marseille from the top is awesome, but the best part is walking around the cells. They even have the fictional one for Edmond Dantès, which is cool. You learn that if you were rich, you got a nice cell (called a "pistole" cell) with a window and fireplace. But if you were poor, you were stuck in a dark, gross dungeon. It's a total must-see if you love that book or just want to explore a spooky piece of history.

Takes about 30-40 mins in the ferry, lovely ride and costed us 11 Euros for the Ferry and 7 euros for the entry to the castle. The place is very scenic surrounded by water and one can see different islands around as well. The castle has the stories and posters that you can read about it's history.

Absolutely beautiful,a highlight of Marseille. It has a beautiful view of Marseille. Although there's not that much in the castle and it can be a bit pricey, I would suggest it as a must do.

Gorgeous views, a must of you're in Marseille. You take a boat from the Old Port and it takes you to the island. We spent there around 2 hours and grabbed a boat back to the Old Port. The boat ticket to the island was 18eur

Pretty bummed that they close down at the slightest hint of bad weather. Smooth seas, calm winds, and cloud cover? Closed. Boo. This was the only reason we got off the ship. Not much else to see in the area except the Notre Dame, which is worth maybe a ln hour or two including the tiny train tour that takes you to the top.

The building itself, it's architecture, the views of Marseille all around is very beautiful and impressive. That was actually the highlight of our visit. We saw three exhibitions. "The Mediterranean", which was the most interesting,"read the sky" was nice. and "the popular" was a bit too eclectic and average.

This multi floor museum presents items and histories of Mediterranean cultures. Beyond Europe it particularly emphasizes Egypt and Tunisia. These respectively seem to be the most acceptable antique culture to Europeans and the place where France had the most headline making colonial history in the decades before the museum's construction. The displays smack of guilt. The supplemental exhibits focusing on similarities among cultures, in astrology or pottery for example, present insightful comparisons and fascinating example objects. The museum will probably never run out of topics for comparative exhibits (cooking, gardening, print making, etc), so living nearby and being able to see them all is enviable. The museum's ground and top floors both feature cafes, and there is an entertaining gift shop at bottom. The adjoining fort has been redeveloped into gardens and art displays. A walk along the ramparts provides wonderful views of the city and harbor.

The MuCEM in Marseille is a must-visit! The Don Quixote exhibition is full of imagination, but the most fascinating part for me was exploring the ancient astrology and fortune telling documents, a real treat if you love history and cosmic curiosities. Besides the rooftop café is perfect for reading a book, enjoying the sunshine, and sipping coffee with sea views. Highly recommend taking time to explore every floor… building itself is beautifully designed!

This is definitely a must-do if you have time in Marseille, very interesting and well-thought out displays that were fun to go through, there were also explanations in English which helped. Going across the Sky Bridge and exploring the exhibitions and fort area was another bonus. Allow 2-3 hours at least!

Been here twice. Once in Jun 2019, another recently on 15 Oct 2025. The amount of signages to help guide you TO the Mucem entrance for typical visitors is zero. You spend 20min walking via the piazza at ground level to the museum entrance facing the sea, bam, the entrance sign says priority entrance for kids only. You gotta walk backwards to the cliff/rock to the entrance at the Vieux Port (series of staircases) to cross the giant metal bridges. Only then can you enter. Or so we were told on that Wednesday on 15 Oct 2025. There is also no way of telling if an exhibit is free to enter unless you beat the queue to ask a simple question.

Architecturaly marvelous museum when you're looking the outside of the building, but a bit confusing interior with couple of permanent exhibitions. We had a pleasure to visit 4 of the exhibitions that were presented inside but to be honest long waiting in line to get inside and a bit confusing space kind of affected the overall expirience. Staff is pleasant, but not uniformed so it can be a bit confusing for visitors in case they want to ask something. You get some sprt of stamp on your clothes, even dough you bought the ticket and went threw the checks. It seems like there is a lot less people leaving the exhibitions then entering the space where they are curated. The Mediterranean civilizations is one of the permanent exhibitions, so you will have a chance to see even ancient Greek colonnades inside, as well as couple of well kept sculptures. There is a super sweet restaurant on top floor amd a bridge that is connecting Mucem museum and the fortress Saint Jain. It's one of the city's well known locations so you won't regret if you decide to visit it, but my overall expirience mostly because of a bit chaotic crowd inside is for a 3-star rating.

Great place to visit! Nice walk to go there. Sea at this place. Lifts. Stairs. Nice staff. One ticket for 4 exhibitions. I only visited Mediterranees. Well organized,and interesting. A bookshop is inside where you can find lots of books like in another bookshop as well as the books on the exhibitions. .

This place is perfect for your evening walk You can enjoy Sunset here and click beautiful photos. Also in vicinity you can find good and decent food outlets. Overall beautiful place

What a beautiful cathedral! In a very nice area for sunsets, with a beautiful view over the sea with multiple restaurants close by. The cathedral is just stunning by it self with multiple small areas inside to pray and rest.

📍 Start Point: MuCEM / Fort Saint-Jean Bridge (Esplanade J4) Duration: 10 minutes • Begin your tour at the MuCEM plaza, right by the sea — it’s one of Marseille’s most scenic starting points. • Your guide introduces the area’s layered history: • The Old Port as Marseille’s trading heart since 600 BC. • The fortifications (Fort Saint-Jean) built by Louis XIV. • How this area became the cultural gateway with the MuCEM and La Major side by side. • Enjoy panoramic photos: MuCEM’s architecture, the sea, and the cathedral rising ahead. ⸻ 🚶‍♀️ Walk to Cathédrale La Major Duration: 5 minutes (400 m easy walk along the waterfront) • The guide points out the contrast between old and new Marseille — warehouses turned into cafés, the cruise port, and the open view toward the Frioul Islands. • Stop at the Teddy Bear statue (Ours Jayet 2020) for a quick fun photo and contemporary art reference. ⸻ 🕍 Main Stop: Cathédrale La Major – Exterior Tour Duration: 15 minutes • Your guide explains: • Built from 1852–1896 on the site of an earlier 12th-century Romanesque cathedral (some ruins still visible beside it). • The unique Neo-Byzantine style — alternating green and white limestone, domes inspired by St. Mark’s (Venice) and Hagia Sophia (Istanbul). • Symbolism: how Marseille, “Gateway to the Mediterranean,” influenced this East-meets-West design. • Photo tips: • Capture the façade head-on from the plaza for symmetry. • Include the harbour and MuCEM for a dramatic backdrop. ⸻ ⛪ Interior Visit Duration: 20 minutes • Step inside for a short but meaningful exploration. Your guide highlights: • The main nave (142 m long) — one of France’s largest. • The marble mosaic floor, multi-coloured stone pillars, and domed ceiling mosaics. • The main altar and choir, designed with imported marble from Italy and Tunisia. • The side chapels, each reflecting a different Mediterranean influence. • The crypt, where remains of the earlier cathedral and bishops of Marseille rest (if open). • Pause for reflection or quiet photography (no flash). ⸻ 🌅 Esplanade & Viewpoint Walk Duration: 10 minutes • Exit via the esplanade terrace overlooking the sea. • The guide points out: • The Old Port entrance (Vieux-Port). • Fort Saint-Jean and Notre-Dame de la Garde on the hill across the bay. • The evolving waterfront district of La Joliette and the modern “Les Docks.” • This is your panoramic photo moment — best at sunset or late afternoon. ⸻ ☕ End Point: Café or View Stop (optional) Duration: 5 minutes • End the tour at a nearby café on Boulevard Jacques Saadé or Les Terrasses du Port. • Your guide can suggest where to sit for the best harbour view or where to continue exploring on your own (Le Panier district or Fort Saint-Jean walkway). ⸻ 🎧 Notes for Organizing • Duration: 1 hour (efficient walking loop) • Total walking distance: ~1.2 km (flat terrain) • Languages: Most guides available in English, French, Spanish, or Italian. • Ideal time: 10 am (soft morning light) or 5–6 pm (sunset glow). • Meeting point: MuCEM main entrance or Esplanade J4. • Approx. cost: €10–15 per person for a small group tour (private guides €50–80/hour).

Cathédrale La Major is one of Marseille’s most striking landmarks — a grand 19th-century basilica that towers above the sea near the Old Port. Built in a bold Byzantine-Roman style with striped marble and elegant domes, it stands out beautifully against the Mediterranean backdrop. The interior is equally impressive, adorned with mosaics, marble columns, and vaulted ceilings that create a serene, majestic atmosphere. Its terrace also offers sweeping views over the harbor and Le Panier district. Both spiritual and architectural, La Major is a must-see gem that captures Marseille’s blend of faith, history, and grandeur.

The cathedral is located in a beautiful place. The view of the landscape around her is as spectacular as herself. From the outside it is grandiose, inside every fresco and statue will hold your attention, no matter what religion you are. A must visit and take some time to look around. We parked ten minutes' walk from it, but the city is well connected by metro lines. It is spacious and demanding to get around. Find out which type of tour suits you best.

We had a time frame to get back to our cruise, but Cathédrale La Major is at the Port, so this was first building we've visited. It's beautiful. On our Way back we've realised, that some elderly locals played Pétanque next to the Cathedral.

Amazing architecture, stunning mosaics, beautiful sculptures, camouflaged speakers pipe in choral music, sun streams color through elaborate stained glass, people wander in awe and silent reverence. What’s not to like?

This is the oldest district in Marseille and embodies the city’s rich history and identity. Once a working-class neighborhood, it has been revitalized through urban regeneration and now thrives as a vibrant center for leisure, creativity, and tourism. The name Le Panier (The Basket) originates from an inn with a sign depicting a basket that existed in the area during the 17th century. Over time, the name came to refer to the entire neighborhood. Characterized by narrow, winding alleys, steep streets, and aged buildings, Le Panier feels like a living maze. Today, it's akin to an open-air gallery, filled with street art, colorful murals, floral decorations, artisan shops, and charming cafés.

Le Panier is Marseille’s oldest and most picturesque neighborhood — a maze of narrow streets, colorful facades, and artistic charm. Once a working-class district, it’s now a creative hub filled with boutiques, art studios, and cozy cafés tucked between pastel-painted buildings. Street art decorates nearly every corner, adding a vibrant contrast to its ancient architecture. Highlights include La Vieille Charité, a stunning 17th-century monument, and the panoramic views over the port. Wandering through Le Panier feels like stepping into a lively open-air gallery — authentic, bohemian, and full of southern French spirit

Loved this place, tucked away in a quiet area near the port of Marseilles, France. Each street, and building is steeped in history and we were just amazed to hear all the stories that our guide narrated to us with so much enthusiasm and passion. Wish we had more time to spend in this beautiful port city.

Imagine the oldest part of Marseille on a hill where fishmen live, and now a wonderful place to stroll on coble stone roads with cafes, restaurants, shops and charming doors and paintings. You should not miss this place in Marseille!!!

Fascinating streets, nice bars for a drink or something special to eat, everything happens on the street, many shops with special decorations, the paintings on the streets are very beautiful. When you are there, you feel unique

This fun neighborhood is decorated by hundreds of colorful graffiti murals, numerous small shops and restaurants that seem to pop in and out of existence over the week, and narrow hilly streets. It all gives you a sense of exploration, discovery, and excitement. The neighborhood is an excellent place to visit and served for us a cozy, grounded place to stay while seeing the city. By far our favorite neighborhood in Marseille.

Really nice old area in the old quarter of Marseille. It's really nice to visit but I wouldn't live here even if you paid me. Rats running around on the street at night, balcanic music coming from the houses, and even saw a burned down car here LOL. Definitely an interesting place!

(Translated by Google) Very good stay in a pleasant, well-maintained apartment. Very caring staff I will come back with pleasure if the opportunity arises except in summer in case of strong heat (Original) Très bon séjour dans un agréable appartement bien entretenu . Personnel au petit soin Je reviendrai avec plaisir si l’occasion se presente sauf en été en cas de forte chaleur

(Translated by Google) Ideal location for very clean and pleasant apartments. Very friendly welcome. Excellent value for money. The ideal is to have the rooms overlooking the courtyard. The street itself doesn't have too many noisy businesses but on Saturdays people can walk around and make a little noise. (Original) Emplacement idéal pour des appartements très propres et agréables. Accueil très sympathique. Excellent rapport qualité prix. L'idéal est d'avoir les chambres sur cour. La rue en tant que telle n'a pas trop de commerces bruyants mais le samedi des gens peuvent circuler et faire un peu de bruit.

(Translated by Google) We'll come back! Great location, friendly staff (Original) On reviendra ! Emplacement top personnel sympa

(Translated by Google) Nice apartment, lack of storage in the bedrooms. (Original) Joli appartement ,manque des rangements dans les chambres .

An absolute must-see in Marseille! The panoramic view from the top is breathtaking—offering a stunning 360° look over the city, sea, and surrounding hills. The basilica itself is beautiful, rich in history and architectural detail. Reaching the top can be a bit of a climb, but it’s well worth the effort. Whether you're religious or not, the atmosphere is peaceful and inspiring. Ideal for reflection, photography, or simply enjoying the view. A highlight of any trip to Marseille.

Notre-Dame de la Garde is definitely a must-see in Marseille. The cathedral itself is stunning, and the panoramic views over the city are breathtaking, especially at sunset – it’s truly magical. The only downside was that I couldn’t pay in cash to enter the museum, which was a bit inconvenient. Otherwise, it was an amazing experience.

Quite a walk from the train station; the uphill climb is a duzy; my hubby is 70 and I'm 64. We made it , but it's a workout. The outside is being restored, so there were several places we couldn't go. Great views.

Stunning basilica at the top of the hill overlooking Marseille. The church itself has a beautiful design with lots of mosaics and stripes columns inside. That is already enough on its own but the views from the outside are simply awe-inspiring. 360 degree views around. Don't miss this if in Marseille.

The Castle on the top of the hill is famous in its own right. Definitely must see when visiting Mercedes. Amazing history. It is a tough walk. If you’re gonna come all the way up the mountain to see this monument as opposed to having a car drive up or one of the electric scooters or vehicles otherwise. Would definitely recommend paying a visit as the expansive 360° views of the city and Port are amazing.

Is a must-see for its incredible architecture and the breathtaking 360-degree views of Marseille. The small museum is interesting but quite brief, and most of the texts are in French. So, while the museum might be a quick stop, the basilica and the stunning panorama are truly unforgettable.

Fantastic place to look out over the city. The church itself is also pretty, if you’re into that. It was a steep climb for us, up many steps, but worth it for the view! Very popular with tourists

A unique mountain that Cezanne loved to draw. It has a pointed ribbed relief. There are many hiking trails, a beautiful forest, there is a church on the top of the mountain, you can see a dam with a beautiful view. All the local French, passing by the mountain, always exclaim with admiration - "Saint-Victoire!" Definitely worth visiting this place.

Perfect for hiking, I did not go to the top but every spot I were was really a nice point of view. There is a lot of history and facts about this place !

A very beautiful hike. We started from the dam and followed the blue route to the top. It was indicated this would take about two hours and this was a good estimate. At the top of the mountain you can find an old monastery that has been renovated. It was not open to visit when we were there (Friday 18th of September). However, the most spectacular thing at the top was the view.

Beautiful place for hiking or mountain bike, great views!

Stunning walk with breathtaking views at the top. We followed the blue route up the hill from the dam and the red and white back down towards the dam. Challenging on the way down but very fun - about a 5 hour hike altogether.

There is a fantastic hike from the West side that goes all the way up to the cross statue. The views from there are spectacular.

Paul Cezanne’s favorite mountain!

No fire, no smoking and no litter please ! Gemstone water at the foot of dizzy white cliffs. A good physical condition is better since you may need at minimum about 1h of walking one way from the parking to the beach. Check on the internet if the path is open, it closes on dry and windy times to limit wildfire risks and you need a reservation (free) during summer. You can also choose to dive there, which is a great way to see the Mediterranean fishes near Riou, where fishing is prohibited.

Stunning place, rugged mountain cliffs perched above the mediteranean. Hiked the red-white trail from les Baumettes to Cassis, aprox 25km. Tough terrain, sometimes became quite exposed, not your average walk in the park, attention to the path and markings is key. Losing or missing a sign can lead you to the middle of nowhere. Bring plenty of water.

Visiting the Calanques National Park was an absolutely sublime experience. The turquoise waters are breathtaking, and the way the sea crashes against the mountains creates a powerful, almost overwhelming sensation. I had the chance to discover it on a yacht, which made the experience even more unique and luxurious, allowing me to fully enjoy the hidden coves and majestic cliffs. The contrast between the crystal-clear sea, the bright limestone rocks, and the calm Mediterranean atmosphere is unforgettable. A true natural wonder that I would highly recommend to anyone visiting Marseille.

Great place to spend time if you are traveling with kids. Lots of different animals to see. Interesting facts mentioned in attractive way for kids to read.

Beautiful national park on the Mediterranean coast. We were here rock climbing for a week. You could stay here a year and never do the same 2 climbs. So much to explore and climb. Incredible rock and views. Definitely do the 6 pitch 5.10a Arete de Marseille. Some of the more popular climbing areas are a little slick from wear. Still, worth it and highly recommend for a climbing trip!!

Well maintained national park with lots of properly marked hiking options! Good cliff diving experience can be gained at the calanque d’en Vau, for the adrenaline seekers! Pack a lot of water (minimum 2 ltrs per person) and supplies because one you leave from Parking du loggison, there’s no water source, ANYWHERE!!

It is beautiful there! The Sea looks very great! And the water is so clear! It is Wonderful to swimm and hiking!