Marseille Secrète - Your Complete Guide To Things To Do In Marseille

These staircases in Marseille offer incredible panoramic views and are among the most beautiful in the city

In Marseille, staircases are part of the landscape. They connect the hills to the coast, wind through the narrow streets of Le Panier, or climb up to the city’s mo...

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This site, just 20 minutes from Marseille, has just been voted the world’s best hiking destination, ahead of Machu Picchu and the lakes of Croatia

The Calanques, the iconic mountain range between Marseille and Cassis, have just been named the world’s best hiking destination by a study conducted by Sportshoes,...
What to do in Marseille and the surrounding area this weekend, July 25–26?

Not sure what to do this weekend in Marseille? We’ve got the best tips, activities, and events you won’t want to miss!...
August 2026 in Marseille: the city’s must-see activities and events

Even in the middle of August, Marseille never sleeps (except maybe during siesta time) and has plenty of events in store for us!...
Less than 1 hour and 30 minutes from Marseille, catch wrestling matches and concerts in an Ancient Theater built 2,000 years ago and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Just 2.5 hours from Marseille, this legendary city blends the Mediterranean, luxury hotels, and hidden coves—the perfect getaway as the warm weather returns

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11 Must-Try Traditional Specialties from Marseille and Provence—and Where to Find Them

Not everyone can call themselves a true Marseillais. If you haven’t passed the test by tasting each of these 11 typical specialties at least once in your life, you...
Des Crottes, Milou, or Point d’interrogation: here are Marseille’s most unusual street names

Funny, quirky, offbeat, and sometimes even downright tacky—we’ve compiled a list of Marseille’s most unusual street names....
Mont Blanc, the Eiffel Tower, and the Millau Viaduct have one thing in common: a device unique in the world, located in Marseille

A small, unassuming building in Marseille that actually houses the official zero point for all elevations in France....
Italian-style, sorbets, classic or unique flavors: where can you find the best artisanal ice cream in Marseille?

As the temperature rises and the urge to cool off sets in—it’s the perfect opportunity to savor the best artisanal ice cream in Marseille!...

These staircases in Marseille offer incredible panoramic views and are among the most beautiful in the city

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Air France is opening a pop-up restaurant at an iconic Marseille location with breathtaking views—for one month only

“The French Alcatraz” is 20 minutes from Marseille’s Old Port—this fortress, designated a Historic Monument, houses the prison that inspired one of the world’s most widely read novels

In Marseille, a panoramic terrace offers DJ sets, cocktails, and stand-up comedy nights at an altitude of 130 meters during the summer

“A haven of peace overlooking the sea”: in Marseille, this new community-run café-restaurant hides a secret garden with a panoramic view of the sea

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This site, just 20 minutes from Marseille, has just been voted the world’s best hiking destination, ahead of Machu Picchu and the lakes of Croatia

What to do in Marseille and the surrounding area this weekend, July 25–26?

August 2026 in Marseille: the city’s must-see activities and events

Less than 1 hour and 30 minutes from Marseille, catch wrestling matches and concerts in an Ancient Theater built 2,000 years ago and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Just 2.5 hours from Marseille, this legendary city blends the Mediterranean, luxury hotels, and hidden coves—the perfect getaway as the warm weather returns

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This remarkable Marseille garden, featuring grottoes, ponds, waterfalls, and a panoramic view of the Mediterranean, opens its doors only this summer

Sugiton Calanque: Reservations Are Once Again Required for Access This Summer

Free outdoor cinema in Marseille: Ice Age, Princess Mononoke, Bohemian Rhapsody… Discover the festival’s lineup

Falling temperatures and showers continue to disrupt the May weather in Marseille

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Secret Guides

11 Must-Try Traditional Specialties from Marseille and Provence—and Where to Find Them

Des Crottes, Milou, or Point d’interrogation: here are Marseille’s most unusual street names

Mont Blanc, the Eiffel Tower, and the Millau Viaduct have one thing in common: a device unique in the world, located in Marseille

Italian-style, sorbets, classic or unique flavors: where can you find the best artisanal ice cream in Marseille?