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Written by: our intern staff
Written by: our intern staff
Written by: our intern staff
Written by: our intern staff

Marseille is a very beautiful and dynamic place. Located close to the Mediterranean Sea, it’s the oldest French City, which was founded by Greek Sailors around 600 B.C.

Hotels

Intercontinental Hôtel Dieu

This fabulous 5 star Hotel is simply the best Hotel in Marseille. In front of the Basilica “Notre-Dame de la Garde”, you will have a wonderful view of Marseille. This amazing place will offer you an unbelievable peaceful sanctuary despite being right in the thick of the frenetic atmosphere of Marseille.  Its a great idea to request a room with a balcony from which to observe the city by night.

  This picture shows the entry of the Hotel Dieu (God Hotel)

Restaurants

L'épuisette

To enjoy a gastronomic dinner in one of the best restaurants in Marseille look no further than the “Landing Net”. Located on the “Vallon des Auffes” rock, this gastronomic restaurant allows for the savouring of refined local dishes whilst enjoying a spectacular view of the Mediterranean Sea. The Cesar menu is a best enjoyed with a crisp white wine - the list here features whites predominately which is unusual for this part of France.

On this image we can see the interior of the Landing Net restaurant

Attractions

Marseille Old Port

The Old Port is the heart of Marseille. Between restaurants, bars, street shows, boats and local souvenir shops, the Port of Marseille is an unavoidable place that promises an enjoyable seaside stroll. 

Basilica Notre-Dame de la Garde

The Basilica “Notre-Dame de la Garde” is a must-visit site in Marseille. Located at the top of a hill, the Basilica offers an extraordinary view of the city and it’s a perfect place to take pictures. Marseille's locals call the Basilica "La Bonne Mère" (the good mother) because it takes care of the city and its sailors and fishermen below.

This is a picture of "La Bonne mère"

Les Calanques de Marseille

Marseille’s Calanques* are one of France’s areas of greatest natural beauty. The sea has forged it for more than one hundred million years! Enjoy a stunning stroll along the rocks. (*A “calanque” is a steep-sided valley formed within karstic regions either by fluvial erosion or the collapse of the roof of a cave that has been subsequently partially submerged by a rise in sea level.).  Scuba dive enthusiasts will appreciate a visit to the Cosquer cave. This stunning underwater cavern was once inhabited by prehistoric man before it was flooded. 

This beautiful picture shows the Calanques of Marseille