Vauban Travel Guide

Marseille

A historic building with a dome and arches, overlooking a city and mountains.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent stone monument, a promenade, and a view of the sea and distant buildings.
A historic cathedral with a prominent bell tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone staircase leading up to it.
A coastal cityscape with a harbor, historic buildings, and a prominent church.
A grand staircase leading up to a tall, ornate building with intricate architectural details and a clear blue sky in the background.

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Notre-Dame de la Garde

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Marseille’s most iconic building is a bit of a hike to get to, but the reward includes a magnificent 19th-century basilica and the city’s best views.
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From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike

From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike

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From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Marseille: No-Diet Club Local Food Tasting and Walking Tour

Marseille: No-Diet Club Local Food Tasting and Walking Tour

฿2,586
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Marseille: No-Diet Club Local Food Tasting and Walking Tour
Marseille: Musée de l'Illusion Entry Ticket

Marseille: Musée de l'Illusion Entry Ticket

฿723
per adult
Marseille: Musée de l'Illusion Entry Ticket
Luggage Storage in Marseille

Luggage Storage in Marseille

฿309
per adult
Luggage Storage in Marseille
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic

Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic

฿1,331
per adult
Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike with Picnic
Picture 5 for Activity Marseille: E-bike Virtual Guided Tour

Marseille: E-bike Virtual Guided Tour

฿1,407
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Marseille: E-bike Virtual Guided Tour
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Where to stay in Vauban

Find the best Vauban areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A marina with numerous boats docked, colorful buildings, and a prominent church on a hill in the background.

Old Port of Marseille

Old Port of Marseille is highly notable for its captivating waterfront views, and you might want to visit top sights like Fort Saint Jean and Hotel de Ville. See more of Marseille by jumping on the metro at Vieux-Port Station or Joliette Station.

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a narrow beach, and clear turquoise waters.

9th Arrondissement

Well liked for its beaches and parks, 9th Arrondissement is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Calanque Sormiou and Calanque d'En-Vau, and jump on the metro at Sainte-Marguerite Dromel Station to get around the city.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a prominent modern architectural structure in the center.

8th Arrondissement

Beaches, shopping and waterfront views highlight some notable features of 8th Arrondissement. Make a stop by Prado Beach or La Corniche while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rond-Point du Prado Station or Perier Metro Station to get around town.

A harbor with boats, a tall pole with birds, and a cityscape in the background.
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Opéra

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Opéra. A stop by La Canebiere or Marseille Opera House might round out your trip.

Ancient ruins, a modern building, and a tall tree.

Belsunce

Visitors to Belsunce love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Marseille History Museum and La Canebiere. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Vieux-Port Station.

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