Cassis Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cassis which includes a coastal town, general coastal views and boating
Cassis featuring a sandy beach and swimming as well as a large group of people
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Cassis which includes boating, rugged coastline and a coastal town

Experience a quieter, less-developed side of the Côte d'Azur in this old-world fishing village, which offers a variety of coastal sightseeing and activities.

With an attractive harbour and candy-colored seafront cottages, the fishing village of Cassis is a charming sight to behold. Use the dreamy village as a base for exploring the incredible stretch of adjacent coast, famous for its breathtaking calanques, which are inlets and coves surrounded by vertical limestone cliffs.

The territory around Cassis has been inhabited since prehistoric times. Evidence of these early inhabitants survives in the Cosquer Cave, where cave paintings are believed to date back as far as 27000 B.C. The cave is located just 14.7 miles (23.7 kilometres) from Cassis however, it is mostly submerged and remains off-limits to the public.

Take a leisurely 30-minute hike to Calanque Port-Miou, the most easterly of the calanques, and the closest to the town of Cassis. Or, embark on a challenging 4-hour round-trip hike to the more remote and very beautiful Calanque d’En Vau. For a less strenuous choice, take a boat trip instead, with vessels leaving from Cassis harbour.

Visitors hunting for the best scenery should rent a car and cruise on the magnificent Route des Crêtes. The route extends east from Cassis. Plunging cliffs and sublime sea views make it one of the world’s most scenic coastal drives.

For beach relaxation, try the Plage de la Grande Mer, located at the end of the town harbour, or take a short walk west of town to the pretty, pebbled Blue-Flag stretch of Plage du Bestouan.

Back in the village, head to one of the local restaurants and bars to taste the region’s prestigious white wines and sample bouillabaisse, a traditional French fish stew. On Wednesday and Friday morning, local delicacies can be picked up at the Cassis market on Place Baragnon.

Cassis is about a 30-minute drive from Marseille. During July and August, hiking trails to the calanques are occasionally closed due to risk of forest fires.

The best time to visit Cassis is during early or late summer, when pleasant weather and few crowds ensure you can enjoy its gorgeous coast.

Hôtel Les Roches Blanches

Hôtel Les Roches Blanches

5 out of 5
9 Avenue des Calanques, Cassis
The price is ฿19,069 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿19,069
฿21,351 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cassis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (176 reviews)
"The whole property is majestic. The staff are very courteous and the surrounding area is beautiful and very walkable. The in house restaurant is amazing, albeit pricey. Our only minor quibble is house keeping didn’t come by more than once per day and didn’t grab all our garbage."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Hôtel Les Roches Blanches
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles

Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles

3 out of 5
25 avenue du Général Leclerc, Marseille
The price is ฿2,501 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿2,501
฿2,916 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,886 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port

4 out of 5
43 Quai des Belges, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhone
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay in one of the apartments associated with the hotel. Friendly, welcoming staff. Excellent location near the old port. Quiet and clean with daily maid service. A great hybrid model."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hôtel Particulier Cassis Parking gratuit Piscine chauffée

Hôtel Particulier Cassis Parking gratuit Piscine chauffée

4 out of 5
10 Avenue Augustin Isnard, Cassis
Stay at this 4-star residence in Cassis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Cassis Beach and Eglise St Michel are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
"Helpful and kind staff"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Hôtel Particulier Cassis Parking gratuit Piscine chauffée
Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port

Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port

3 out of 5
4 place Pierre Bertas, Marseille
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,286 reviews)
"Good hotel, good staff"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
Residhotel Grand Prado

Residhotel Grand Prado

3 out of 5
Allée Turcat Méry, 7 square des frères Ambrogiani, Marseille
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,321 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Residhotel Grand Prado
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very steep streets and quite a hike to the rail station. Good provincial market on Wednesday and Friday mornings

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great town. Picturesque harbour and two beaches, one pebbly, one sandy. Lots of places to eat, shop and walk.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Cassis is so charming. There are lots of cute shops, and great places to eat (tons of great ice cream!). It's easy to walk everywhere, including some hikes on the national park nearby. I woukd definitely go back!

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