Marseille France 7 Day Itinerary
Marseille, France 7-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Explore the Vieux Port
- Stay at: Hotel Dieu Marseille - Charlemagne or Le Petit Nice Passedat for a luxury experience.
- Lunch at: Café des Épices - Traditional Provençal cuisine by the Vieux Port.
- Visit: Notre-Dame de la Garde - The iconic basilica overlooking Marseille.
- Explore: Vieux Port - Stroll along the historic harbor, visit fish markets, and enjoy street food.
Day 2: Museums & History
- Breakfast at: La Bague de Kenza - Traditional French pastries.
- Visit: Musée des Beaux-Arts de Marseille - Impressionist and contemporary art museum.
- Lunch at: Le Frioul - Seafood restaurant with a stunning view of the Château d’If.
- Visit: Château d’If - The infamous fortress island featured in Alexandre Dumas’ “The Count of Monte Cristo”.
- Dinner at: Le Méridien BeefBar - Steakhouse with a contemporary vibe.
Day 3: Aix-en-Provence & Avignon
- Breakfast at hotel, then take the train to Aix-en-Provence.
- Visit: Cours Mirabeau - Famous avenue lined with trees and historic buildings.
- Lunch at: Les Deux Garçons - Restaurant frequented by artists, writers, and intellectuals since 1784.
- Afternoon trip to Avignon - Explore the Palais des Papes and Pont Saint-Bénézet.
- Return to Marseille for dinner at your leisure.
Day 4: Frioul Islands & Calanque de Sugiton
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Take a boat tour to the Frioul Islands - Witness the natural beauty of these limestone islands.
- Lunch at: L’Auberge du Prat Long - Rustic restaurant near the Calanque de Sugiton.
- Afternoon hike to the stunning Calanque de Sugiton for breathtaking views and crystal-clear waters.
- Dinner at: Chez FonFon - Classic Marseillais restaurant with a friendly atmosphere.
Day 5: Château de If & MuCEM
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Revisit the Château d’If during the day for a guided tour or relaxation on the beach.
- Lunch at: Le Pied Qui Etaie - Quirky restaurant with a variety of Mediterranean dishes.
- Afternoon visit to the MuCEM - Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations, featuring exhibits on Marseille’s history and culture.
- Dinner at: Le Refuge des Pêcheurs - Seafood restaurant with a nautical theme.
Day 6: Palais Longchamp & Le Panier
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Visit the Palais Longchamp - Stunning architectural complex housing the Natural History Museum and the Fine Arts Museum.
- Lunch at: Les Trois Dauphins - Cozy restaurant in the heart of Le Panier district.
- Afternoon exploration of Le Panier - Marseille’s oldest neighborhood with charming streets, artisan workshops, and historic buildings.
- Dinner at: Les Gouiles et Les Goulus - Traditional Provençal cuisine in a lively setting.
Day 7: Departure
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Spend your last moments in Marseille shopping for souvenirs, visiting any remaining sights, or relaxing at the beach before departing.