Top Marseille Art & Culture

Spend the morning exploring Marseilles’ historical neighborhoods on a small-group tour with a guide. Perfect for visitors looking to maximize their time in the city, the tour covers many of the city’s main sights in half a day. Peruse shops and restaurants in the along the water in the old port, and take in panoramic views along the Cape Croisette.

Soak up the bounty, beauty and history of Provence on a full-day trip from Marseille. In Avignon, the ‘City of Popes,’ you’ll discover ancient and medieval art and architecture on a guided, small-group tour. Pop into the Popes’ Palace (own expense) before continuing to Châteauneuf-du-Pape to sample fine Provençal wines in an elegant château. Finish with a visit to the medieval hilltop village of Les Baux de Provence.

Calanques National Park is renowned for its beauty with a jagged shoreline and cliffs that plunge into the sea. The hiking trails that hug the coast lend themselves to impressive views, but the footpaths aren’t well marked. With this day trip from Luminy, you’ll walk with a local guide to discover a route suited to your group and the weather, with scenic views and swim stops, too.

Explore Marseille on a 2-hour small-group tour by Segway. Learn about the city’s history and culture and see top sights in a fraction of the time it would take to walk. See panoramic views from top of Notre Dame de la Garde Basilica, and get local tips from your guide. Finish the tour in the charming Le Panier neighborhood, packed with cafes and restaurants. This tour is ideal for visitors who are short on time, but want to get a comprehensive tour of the city.

Spend time in the dry-stone-built village Gordes for the market (on Tuesday only). On the other days, a photo stop will be organized. From mid-June to mid-July, a quick stop at Sénanque Abbey to take pictures of the lavender field in bloom. Discover the village of Roussillon and its colorful houses (market on Thursday) and enjoy some free time in Lourmarin (market on Friday), famous for its Renaissance castle. The market takes place on Sunday in L'Isle sur Sorgue : walk along the canals and discover the antique shops. Drive to Fontaine de Vaucluse and the Sorgue resurgence. On Saturday only (from 01/11 to 31/03), discover the city of Apt, famous for the candied-fruits production (replaces the stop in l'Isle sur Sorgue).

Discover the beauty and culture of historic Marseille on this family-friendly electric bike tour. Accompany your guide and a small group on a ride through Marseille’s ancient streets. Explore off-the-beaten-path corners of the city, picturesque ports and main attractions like Palais du Pharo and Notre-Dame de la Garde, and cruise along the waterfront for gorgeous Mediterranean views. See more of France’s oldest city with ease.

Spend your time in port in Marseille exploring with ease by electric bike on this half-day cycling tour. Spin through the city streets with a guide, and discover top attractions such as Notre Dame de la Garde Basilica and the Palais du Pharo. Enjoy panoramic French Riviera views along the pretty Corniche Kennedy, and visit traditional ports including the Vallon des Auffes. Along the way, explore the ancient Panier neighborhood and new Joliette district, and gain insight into centuries of rich maritime history.

Spend a day exploring Aix en Provence, Cassis, and Marseille with this private tour from Marseille. Your guide will pick you and your party up at your hotel and take you out on a day of adventure. Highlights include a stop at Cape Canaille and a guided tour of the Cours Mirabeau in Aix, with plenty of free time built in to explore at your leisure.

Explore France’s magnificent Calanques on this 3-hour electronic bike tour from Marseille. See three of the impressive rock formations in Calanques National Park, with historic and geological context from your guide. Pedal through Marseille’s diverse neighborhoods and stop for a swim in the Mediterranean. This tour is great for visitors with a sense of adventure looking to get under the surface of the city.

Discover the remarkable beauty of France’s Mediterranean coast on a full-day electric bike tour! This unique outdoor excursion takes you to lovely ports and fishing villages like Madrague Montredon and Vallon des Auffes and through dramatic calanques-filled coves. Along the way, stop to swim and have lunch.Then head back to Marseille for a tour of great sites such as Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica.

Discover the natural and historic sights of Provence on a private tour from Marseille. The tour itinerary and duration are based entirely on your interests and time constraints. Whatever you decide, enjoy comfortable end-to-end transportation with WiFi and luggage storage. Explore Côte d’Azur, Aix en Provence, Cassis, and more, as you inhale the region's iconic lavender. Additional sightseeing in Marseille can be arranged before return to your port or hotel.

Escape the bustle of Marseille with a 4-hour tour of bohemian Aix-en-Provence. Board a comfortable coach for the short northbound ride through the vibrant Provençal countryside. With your friendly guide, you’ll stroll Aix’s picturesque streets, viewing centuries-old private mansions, elaborate fountains, shops and cafés.

Leave the hassles of driving, navigating, and translating to your guide on this day trip from Marseille to Sault – the world’s lavender capital. See Provence’s stories lavender fields and visit ancient hilltop villages with a guide. View the rolling purple hills, see ancient cliff-top villages and have time to explore on your own and visit a lavender producer.

See the best of Marseille without worrying about getting lost by booking this group tour, led by a local guide. You'll start at the old port, make your way through the Panier neighborhood, and head onwards to the 17th-century Centre de la Vielle Charite, wrapping things up with a bus ride over to the Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde, the best-known site in the city.

Experience Van Gogh’s vivid and picturesque Provence on this full-day tour from Marseille! Journey to the seaside town of Arles – where Van Gogh fully realized his signature style – to visit key sites like the ancient Arles amphitheater, Saint-Trophime church and the setting of Le café de nuit. Continue to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence to see the triumphal arch and funeral monument, and to the hilltop village of Les Baux de Provence.

See the historic sights of Provence more intimately with a small-group tour. You'll travel around the must-see towns of Arles, Avignon, Saint-Remy-de-Provence, and Les-Baux-de-Provence by air-conditioned vehicle, chatting with your guide as you go. Tales of Vincent van Gogh and his time in the region are part of the commentary.

Avoid the touristy eats on your Provence vacation, and discover the region's authentic food and wine with the help of a local guide. With this private tour, you'll visit three local vineyards for tastings, then enjoy lunch at a village restaurant in Puyloubier where traditional Provençale dishes take center stage.

Discover one of France’s most storied winemaking regions, and enjoy a luxurious day out, when you book this private tour of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Following morning pickup at your area hotel, set off in a comfortable vehicle. During the day, you’ll visit three different wineries, where you’ll learn about the grape varietals that go into Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines, will discover the region’s history, and will enjoy tutored tastings. You’ll also visit a traditional bistro for lunch (own expense).

Discover the best of the Provence wine region on a full-day excursion from Marseille.  Private transportation (for maximum eight people) takes you from the port to two distinct wineries. Taste Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, and other locally prepared wines. Learn about wine production and visit aging rooms.  Next, drive through the Provence countryside to Cassis, Lourmarin, or Aix-en-Provence.  Enjoy two hours of free time to explore before returning to Marseille.

Discover the 2nd largest city in France ! Ideally designed for a first discovery, this visit brings together the must-see sites in 2 hours of stroll. Through this itinerary, the guide invites you to dive into the bubbling Phocaean city with its singing accents, the scents of bouillabaisse and pastis, not to mention the famous games of petanque! Go to the Old Port - the ideal starting point to get into the atmosphere - you will take the famous Canebière and discover the particularity of the Palais de la Bourse. You will continue your immersion in the Panier district - the historic heart of the city, a testimony to the past and small designer shops. You will end your tour in the new Mucem district. Possibility to tailor the tour according your interests. Please mention them at your booking. If you have a mobility issue, please let us know after you have made your reservation, so that we can adapt this tour to you.

Join your guide in the oldest district of Marseille, "le Panier" for a fantastic food experience to meet local artisans and taste the best gastronomic specialities from Provence like the calisson, the navette biscuit, delicious cheese, the famous pastis... Of course, your guide will show you the fish market and explain you all about the famous local Bouillabaisse : the traditional fish stew from Marseille. The Panier is an incredible historical district to wander with its artsy atmosphere, its special food stores, its fancy cafés. It is also an incredible open-air museum and a famous artistic spot. You will admire giant frescoes, amazing artwork and discover local street artists. You will stop at 6 different stops to taste local specialties plus a secret local adresse ! A unique moment to discover Marseille and enjoy food and art in a friendly atmosphere !

Skip the frequently extensive lines to the Mucem, a national museum located in Marseille. Discover the history of the Mediterranean world, one of the cradles of European civilization. The Mucem offers visitors the possibility to discover the multi-faceted nature of the Mediterranean world and its ancient foundations. Step back in time and explore more than 2,000 years of human history. Home to no less than one million works of art, documents, and objects, the Mucem boasts impressive dimensions, and extends over 45,000 m²! Complete your experience with a self-guided tours sightseeing tour of Marseille. This tour is available in the Lokimo app. They include ready-to-go itinerary, GPS navigation, descriptions, tips and advices.

Spend your time in port in Marseille exploring the city with ease on this 6-hour electric bike tour. Hop into the saddle at the port and head to top city attractions including the Notre Dame de la Garde basilica and Pharo Palace. Ride from the Vallon des Auffes to quiet coves along the Corniche Kennedy, and perhaps stop for a swim along the way. Capture sweeping coastal views on camera, and delve into the bustling Joliette district — now a popular hot spot of culture and the Arts.

A unique experience that begins in the old town of Aix-en-Provence. Discover the oldest food market in Provence and be captivated by the choice, freshness and variety of the local produce. Then take a tour with us through the Provençal countryside to Château de Beaupré, a family of winemakers since 1890, when Baron Emile Double planted vines and created the winery. The fourth generation of the family now work together to perpetuate the winemaking traditions on this exceptional 43 hectares of organic vines set in the countryside to the north of Aix-en-Provence.