While it’s sometimes pleasant to watch a match from the comfort of your own living room, the atmosphere found in sports bars offers a real moment of conviviality. And because you can’t always go to the stadium to support your team, Marseille Secrète invites you to discover 5 sports bars in Marseille where you can watch soccer or rugby matches (why not…).
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The Shamrock, one of Marseille’s best sports bars for partying
It’s well known that Irish pubs are the first to broadcast matches. And The Shamrock is no exception. Located in the heart of Marseille, land of soccer, this Irish pub makes a point of broadcasting OM matches, but not only. If we love going there for its ideal location a stone’s throw from the Vieux-Port, its pre-match Happy Hour is sure to get you in the mood. Don’t hesitate to drop in to see the latest matches.
📍16, Quai de Rive Neuve – Marseille 7e
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O’Brady’s, one of Marseille’s must-visit sports bars
As we said, Irish pubs and soccer are as inseparable as chichi frégi and sugar. On this Irish pub’s website, you can even find out about upcoming soccer broadcasts. And what could be more Marseillaise for an Irish pub than to have “droit au pub” as its motto? The O’Bradys is definitely one of Marseille’s sports bars to watch your matches.
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The Queen Victoria, Marseille’s most English of pubs
Olympique de Marseille fans, this is the place for you. We’ve left Ireland to take refuge in an English pub. Located in the heart of Marseille – not far from the Vieux-Port – The Queen Victoria bar offers Olympique fans the chance to catch all the Ligue 1 matches of the 2023-2024 season. Whether you’re enjoying a drink and tapas in the pub, or a meal in the restaurant, you’re sure to have a great time (and hope OM wins).
📍1, Place aux Huiles – Marseille 1e
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Le Red Lion, between sunset and soccer match
Le Red Lion in Marseille is the ideal pub for soccer fans! Located on the seafront, 100 meters from the Prado beaches, it offers a breathtaking view of the Prado bay and a terrace perfect for enjoying the matches! With over 50 beers, whiskies, cocktails and a sobritish atmosphere, it’s the perfect place to vibrate during sports broadcasts. Take advantage of their Happy Hours from 5pm to 9pm and their Tea Time for a gourmet break if you’ve got a sudden craving for a brownie. Open daily from 4pm to 2am, and until 4am at weekends. This pub is much more than just a place to watch the games, it’s a real party where sportsmanship takes center stage!
📍 231 Av. Pierre Mendès France, 13008 Marseille, France
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Le bar de la Plaine, sunshine and conviviality
Located on Place Jean Jaurès, in the heart of the Plaine district, the Bar de la Plaine is the ideal place for soccer fans! It’s the place to go to experience the Olympic atmosphere, with live broadcasts of OM matches. You can also enjoy a beer or cocktail on the sunny terrace, and let yourself be carried away by the DJ sets and local musicians who liven up the evenings until the early hours. Open 7 days a week from 6.30am to 1am, the bar also organizes popular events. Whether you’re here for an afterwork or a lively evening, the relaxed, festive atmosphere will ensure you have an unforgettable time. It’s a real landmark for OM fans and music enthusiasts alike, with an atmosphere that’s always top-notch!
📍 57 Pl. Jean Jaurès, 13005 Marseille, France