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Marseilles Travel & Sightseeing Guide
January 10, 2008 |
A trip to Marseilles
Not only is Marseilles an important port on the Mediterranean Sea, it is also an important air traffic hub for the whole region. This upbeat metropolitan city is working on more than 2,500 years of continuous history and boasts a number of impressive architectural forms dating back to a number of significant periods in history. If history’s not enough to hold you here, then consider days basking on the Côte d’Azure followed by late-night indulgence in the city’s energetic night scene.
Flights to Marseilles
The international airport at Marseille receives incoming flights from more than 80 destinations across the world. It is a modern facility fully capable of serving a high annual throughput of international guests. From the airport, you’ll find ample taxis and shuttles to carry you on to the city centre. Otherwise, a regular bus departs three times an hour for the downtown area. If you are looking for a cheap flight to Marseilles try Lastminute.com.
You’ll find the TGV high-speed train is an equally attractive way of travelling to Marseille. Regular direct and semi-direct routes are run to multiple French cities including Geneva, Milan and Paris (3 hours) along with a few lines that extend across the Spanish border. Regular trains service the entire Côte d’Azure area. Arriving by car is also a breeze on the A55, A50 or A7.
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Sightseeing in Marseilles
The ethnic and cultural diversity of Marseille lends itself to a wide spectrum of museums and art exhibits that showcase this smorgasbord of influences. Musée de la Faience, Musée de Beaux Arts and Musée Cantini are just a few of the popular institutes.
The Vieux Port (Old Port) comprises the historic core of the city and while it doesn’t see much commercial use today, it’s still in service for small craft and pleasure boats. This is an intriguing place just to take a stroll and enjoy the sights, not the least of which is the Bas Fort St Nicholas which the Knights Templar erected in the 13th century. Also dating back to the 13th century is the Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde, which looms over the Vieux Port.
There’s always the beach to fill in the extra moments. La Corniche and Plage du Prado are both well attended, but it’s not hard to find less populous beaches that are off the beaten path a little. Island hopping is also a great way to pass the day.
Fun by night – eating drinking and partying
Once your structured leisure time is out of the way, you will have time to fully sample the nightlife. Place Jean Jaures is a popular place to party, and no matter where you go you’ll probably be blessed with live music in almost every genre. Cours d’Estienne d’Orves specialises in jazz and reggae.
Upscale restaurants in the five-star hotels and around the Vieux Port offer outstanding views and equally astounding prices. Restaurants on the waterfront are the norm on the Corniche and Plage du Prado, the latter of which focuses more on fine dining. No matter where you’re eating, your culinary options will include local specialties, fresh seafood and international fare.
Fun by day - shopping and activities
Marseille maintains its excellent reputation with a formidable selection of shopping options. Place aux Huiles is a popular pedestrian mall with multiple boutique and gift shops. With very few exceptions, all of the best areas to shop can be reached on foot from the Vieux Port.
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