In a nutshell

Marseilles as seen by its seafaring people: the port, Notre-Dame de La Garde cathedral and the church of Saint-Laurent, the multicultural district of Le Panier, the Vieille Charité, that provided refuge for the poor, and Saint-Marie-Majeure cathedral, known locally as "La Major". Not forgetting a taste of “navettes”, the local cookies which, obviously, are a nod to the sea.

Main stops

Cathedral of Notre-Dame de la Garde
Church of Saint-Laurent: external visit
"Le Panier" district
Vieille Charité and Cathedral of Sainte-Marie-Majeure
Tasting of “navettes”, the local cookies

The programme

The forts of Saint-Jean and Saint-Nicolas welcome you to Marseilles, the quintessential “sea port”: multicultural, busy, bold.
Arriving in this city founded by the Greeks in 600 BC as Massalia, you'll notice the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de La Garde on the highest hill. After visiting it, continue the sightseeing tour to the church of Saint-Laurent, the seafarer's church, with a view of the “Vieux Port”.
Walk through the district of “Le Panier”, the oldest in the city. With a name that means “basket”, inherited from the Logis du Panier inn of 1600, it is a hotchpotch of shops, painters' and potters' studios, and social housing.
After the Vieille Charité, which once welcomed the poor, we'll take you to a typical “bistrot” to try some navettes, the local cookies that are boat-shaped and flavored with orange flower.
A final taste of local culture at the Sainte-Marie-Majeure Cathedral, known as “La Major” by locals, and then you too can get back to sea.

Good to know

Slight changes may be made to itineraries and the length of excursions to protect your health and to comply with regulations and the safety protocol.
This is one of the most popular excursions so book early.
Wear suitable clothing for the places of worship you will be visiting.