Discover Marseille 2026

The historic old port has been the heart of Marseille for over 2600 years, with fishing boats swaying, a daily morning fish market and countless cafés and restaurants serving fresh bouillabaisse right by the water.

The basilica, enthroned on the highest point of the city with its golden statue of the Madonna, is the symbol of Marseille and offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the whole city and the Mediterranean from its terrace.

The Calanques National Park south of the city combines rugged white limestone cliffs with turquoise, fjord-like inlets, popular for its wild, unspoiled natural scenery.

The oldest district of Marseille captivates with narrow, steep lanes, brightly painted house façades, countless street-art works and small studios, and is considered the creative, Mediterranean heart of the old town.

The TGV connects Geneva to Marseille in about three and a half hours directly to the centre.

The historic old port has been the heart of Marseille for over 2600 years, with fishing boats and fresh bouillabaisse.

The basilica enthroned on the highest point of the city is the symbol of Marseille with panoramic Mediterranean views.

The Calanques National Park combines white limestone cliffs with turquoise inlets, popular for its wild natural scenery.