5-Day France City Break in Marseille

Photo of boat in the bay of Calanques Sormiou - Marseille, France.
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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
Optional
Flights
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Description

Embark on a memorable 5-day city break in Marseille, France!

Experience the ultimate Marseille city break with our perfectly planned holiday package. Let us take care of the details so you can fully enjoy all the attractions and activities the city has to offer. Whether you're seeking to discover the rich cultural heritage of Marseille or indulge in its delicious culinary scene, our holiday package has got you covered. Join us and discover the enchanting beauty of Marseille, France!

The home for your 5-day holiday in Marseille will be one of the city’s best hotels. You’ll choose from a great selection of places to stay, all conveniently located in downtown Marseille, close to many of the top attractions and best restaurants in the city. Marseille offers excellent hotels for every budget, ensuring travelers a fantastic city break in France.

Travelers seeking a more luxurious option sometimes stay at the 4-star Relais de la Magdeleine or an equally impressive hotel. For the budget-conscious traveler, an excellent, affordable 3-star stay can be enjoyed at a hotel like Hotel Occitan.

All these hotels have everything you need for an exceptional holiday in Marseille. You can rest assured that we will always recommend the best available places to stay in the city.

During your vacation in Marseille, you'll get the chance to experience some of the best attractions and activities offered in the city. Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) church building, Calanques National Park, and Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean are only a few of the many spectacular attractions and sights you’ll find on your carefully planned travel itinerary.

Make the most of your holiday in Marseille by adding tours and tickets to each day of your trip. With plenty of exciting tours to choose from, you’ll never have a boring moment in Marseille.

Between attractions and activities, you’ll have plenty of time to stroll along the best shopping streets and markets in the city. Here, you can buy unique souvenirs to remind you of your city break in Marseille.

As your holiday in Marseille comes to an end, you will return home with a newfound appreciation for the vibrant culture, rich history, and exciting atmosphere of this top travel destination in France. Your journey through Marseille's diverse neighborhoods, famous landmarks, and hidden gems will leave you with countless cherished memories and stories to share with loved ones.

This travel plan is designed to include everything you need to experience the best trip to Marseille, France. By booking this vacation package, you can avoid spending hours researching and planning your 5-day city break in France. Let the experts plan it for you so you can focus on enjoying it instead.

For the best holiday to Marseille, we offer you the opportunity to customize each day of your city break vacation in Marseille before and after booking. Our flexible trip planning means you’ll be able to explore Marseille the way you want, at your own pace.

Book with us to get access to 24/7 personal travel support throughout your entire journey and a step-by-step guide in our easy-to-use mobile app, which includes all your travel documents for your vacation in Marseille. Moreover, rest assured knowing that all taxes are already covered in the price of your travel package.

The best flights, activities, tours, and hotels in Marseille fill up quickly, so be sure to book your holiday package in advance. Select a date and start planning your city break in Marseille as soon as today!

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Saint Jean Castle and Cathedral de la Major and the Vieux port in Marseille, France.Marseille / 4 nights

Map

Attractions

Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean, La Joliette, 2nd Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceMucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
Old city center and Marseille Cathedral (Cathedrale Sainte-Marie-Majeure de Marseille). Top View.Cathédrale La Major
Palais LongchampPalais Longchamp
Les Petits Trains de Marseille, Hôtel de Ville, 2nd Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceLes Petits Trains de Marseille
Yachts reflecting in the still water of the old Vieux Port of Marseilles beneath Cathedral of Notre Dame, France, on sunriseOld Port of Marseille
La Vieille Charité, Les Grands Carmes, 2nd Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceLa Vieille Charité
Unité d'Habitation, Sainte-Anne, 8th Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceUnité d'Habitation
L'Ombrière de Norman Foster, Opéra, 1st Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceL'Ombrière de Norman Foster
Port Antique, Belsunce, 1st Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FrancePort Antique
St. Vincent de Paul Church, Thiers, 1st Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceSt Vincent de Paul Church
Musée Regards de ProvenceMusée Regards de Provence
Magalone Garden

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 5

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Travelers

Rooms

1 traveler1 room
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Hotels

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Day 1 – Marseille - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Marseille - arrival day

  • Marseille - Arrival day
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  • Palais Longchamp
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Your exciting city break begins as soon as you arrive in the beautiful city of Marseille. You’ll stay in Marseille for 4 nights.

You’ll choose between some of the best hotels and places to stay, all conveniently located in downtown Marseille. To feel pampered during your visit, you can stay at a hotel like Relais de la Magdeleine. This 4-star luxury hotel has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 150 previous guests.

For the budget-conscious traveler, choose a hotel with cheap deals like the 3-star Hotel Occitan. This popular hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 444 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable for your city break in Marseille, we will help you find the best alternatives for your stay. With lots of excellent hotels to choose from, you're sure to have a fantastic experience during your city break.

Marseille has plenty of sights, monuments, and places of interest to explore. Luckily, you have plenty of time to do so for the next 5 days. Choose an early flight to get started with your sightseeing in Marseille right away.

An attraction we recommend you check out today is Palais Longchamp. This water tower has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,768 travelers.

When you're ready to head out for dinner, an excellent restaurant you may want to try is Twist Avenue. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers and is sure to satisfy your hunger after a long day of exploring.

Another acclaimed restaurant in the city of Marseille is AM par Alexandre Mazzia. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers, guests often have an outstanding experience at this restaurant.

Yet another popular place to eat, often recommended by locals, is O'Malley. With an average rating of 4.3 of 5 stars among 1,796 customers, you may want to take a closer look at this restaurant's menu.

Marseille is also home to several great bars for every travel budget. One of the best bars in the city is Carry Nation. This claim is supported by 834 customers who have rated it an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Another great bar in Marseille is La Caravelle. If you ask the 1,587 customers who have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars, La Caravelle is the perfect place for a drink or two.

This is the time to raise a toast for the beginning of your incredible 5-day vacation in Marseille!

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Day 2 – Marseille

Day 2

Day 2 – Marseille

  • Marseille
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  • La Vieille Charité
  • Cathédrale La Major
  • Musée Regards de Provence
  • Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
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Wake up to day 2 of your exciting city break in Marseille. You still have 3 nights left in Marseille, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Marseille today is the incredible Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This attraction is a church building and place of interest, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Calanques National Park. Calanques National Park is a popular park and travel destination with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,632 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent park in Marseille too.

For the full Marseille experience, visit the incredible Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This one-of-a-kind museum is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

After or in between exploring Marseille, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is La Caravelle, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Le Bouchon Provençal. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

A favorite place to eat among many who have visited Marseille is La cigale vieux port. This irresistible restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 918 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Bar Bu. This place has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at Bar Marengo. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

La dame du mont is another great place where you can celebrate after a long, fun day in Marseille city. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Marseille to come!

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Day 3 – Marseille

Day 3

Day 3 – Marseille

  • Marseille
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  • St Vincent de Paul Church
  • Port Antique
  • Les Petits Trains de Marseille
  • Old Port of Marseille
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On day 3 of your fun city break in Marseille, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 2 nights left in Marseille.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated church building in Marseille, Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). About 36,436 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

The popular Calanques National Park is another top sight in Marseille that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This park is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 19,632 reviews.

Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Marseille. This museum has received an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,446 visitors.

Exploring Marseille's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Marseille's food culture.

Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is one of the most popular restaurants in Marseille. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port’s excellent menu. Approximately 934 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out Trattoria Marco. This Marseille-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 725 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant that serves a menu of appetizing food and drinks is O'Bidul. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 461 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to The Champ De Mars. Around 404 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Locals of Marseille also enjoy the cocktails at L'unic Bar. This place is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 341 customers and is one of the best you can experience in the city.

Another top-rated alternative for a celebratory drink is Beer District Marseille. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 224 customers.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Marseille, France.

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Day 4 – Marseille

Day 4

Day 4 – Marseille

  • Marseille
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  • Magalone Garden
  • Unité d'Habitation
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Wake up to day 4 of your exciting city break in Marseille. You still have 1 night left in Marseille, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Marseille today is the incredible Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This attraction is a church building and place of interest, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Calanques National Park. Calanques National Park is a popular park and travel destination with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,632 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent park in Marseille too.

For the full Marseille experience, visit the incredible Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This one-of-a-kind museum is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

After or in between exploring Marseille, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is Bar Bu, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Restaurant Bubo - Bistronomie Marseille. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 184 customers.

A favorite place to eat among many who have visited Marseille is Le Panier Marseillais. This irresistible restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,790 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Le Bar de la Plaine. This place has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 248 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at CopperBay Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 171 customers.

Little Temple Bar is another great place where you can celebrate after a long, fun day in Marseille city. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 204 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Marseille to come!

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Day 5 – Marseille - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Marseille - departure day

  • Marseille - Departure day
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  • L'Ombrière de Norman Foster
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Your city break in Marseille is coming to an end, and it's soon time to say goodbye to the city.

Depending on how much time you have on your departure day, this is your chance to catch one last glimpse of the beautiful city of Marseille. We recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

If you can catch a later flight, we recommend visiting some of the attractions you may not yet have had the time to explore. This extra time will let you dive into more iconic landmarks and uncover hidden gems.

Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) is a fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Marseille. This church building and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,436 visitors.

If you'd rather see something else, Calanques National Park park is a great alternative. According to more than 19,632 reviews, adding up to an average score of 4.7 out of 5 stars, this attraction is a worthwhile visit in the city of Marseille.

To soak in the last of Marseille, you can also make a visit to Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean museum. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

If you're looking to enjoy one last delicious meal in Marseille, consider a top-rated restaurant like La Cantine de Nour d'Égypte. This restaurant is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,125 customers.

If you feel like eating something else, Chez Marinette is an excellent alternative. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 423 customers.

You'll then say farewell to Marseille and begin your journey home, now filled with unforgettable experiences, memories, and photos from France!

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