Free Things To Do In Marseille

Marseille is a truly beautiful port city in the south of France and has been a popular tourist destination for many years now.

While it might not be quite as popular as Paris or Monaco for example, it still exudes an incredible charm and is well worth adding to your travel bucket list.

If you’re thinking of planning a trip to Marseille but you’re not sure where to begin, check out our list of the 10 best free attractions in Marseille for inspiration!

You can also find the top-rated paid attractions in Marseille too!

Free Attractions in Marseille

Top Rated Marseille Attractions

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Parc Longchamp

Parc Longchamp is one of the best free attractions in Marseille if you’re looking to spend an hour or two wandering around the grand gardens.

Inside the park, you’ll also find the Palace Longchamp which was built in the 19th century to commemorate the abolishment of a huge cholera epidemic within Marseille.

Nowadays, the park is a place that’s ideal for the whole family to spend a few hours away...

Brunch Calanques Day Cruise

clock Duration: 5 hours
    This is tour that makes sure that travelers are able to explore Cambridge on foot. It promises to be a revealing tour that takes you through the best parts of the city. Travelers will be led by qualified Cambridge guides who are best suited to leading travelers through the colleges. Take note that the details of each tour can
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Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde

Renowned as being the most iconic and most spectacular building in Marseille, the Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde is definitely a place that you need on your travel itinerary while in the city.

The Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde sits at the highest point in the city, so not only is it a place well worth visiting to see its grand structure, but it also offers lush views over the city too.

The climb to the top takes you up...

Discovery of the coves of the Blue Coast by boat

clock Duration: 2 to 4 hou
  • Discover the Mediterranean coast, for free excursions to the Calanques of the Côte-Bleue, the Frioul Islands, the Château d'If and its legendary tenant, the Old Port of Marseille ... Cultural heritage and natural wonders (its endemic fauna and flora) are within your reach otherwise. Whether you like swimming, diving, visiting or just lounging...read more
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Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations

Did you know that back in 2013, Marseille was voted as the European Capital of Culture

At this time, the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations was unveiled and has since become an important part of Marseille’s tourist industry.

While you do have to pay to visit the exhibits inside the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations, you are free to roam around inside the lobby and take a glimpse into what...

Sailing day in the heart of the Calanques

clock Duration: 7 hours
  • One of your fondest memories in Marseille: traditional sailing on the ALLIANCE schooner built in 1949.
    Visit the Calanques National Park, stopover in a magnificent cove between Marseille and Cassis to enjoy the meal, swimming and lazing around.
    The crew will be happy to introduce you to navigation on an old...read more
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Parc Borély

If you enjoy immersing yourself in the local cultures of a city whenever you travel somewhere new, and you like to imitate the behaviour of local residents, then a visit to Parc Borély is the perfect thing to add to your Marseille itinerary.

Parc Borély is a place in the city that’s incredibly popular with joggers, runners and all-round athletes.

However, if exercise isn’t really your thing when...

Evening cruise at sunset

clock Duration: 3 hours 30
  • "Magic" evening: sailing on a traditional schooner, swimming in a pretty cove in the Frioul archipelago, cocktail dinner at sunset with music.

    During the navigation, along the Château d'If, you can contemplate the Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica and the bay of Marseille under the lights of the city.

    Capacity: 30...read more
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Massif des Calanques

If you want to spend some time appreciating the natural beauty of Marseille, then a visit to Massif des Calanques is something that will be perfectly suited to you.

Known as one of the best free attractions in Marseille and indeed in the whole of France for their remarkable natural beauty, the Calanques are sea creeks that are great for hiking.

This free attraction in Marseille is best advised against if you’re travelling...

Aix en Provence, Marseille & Cassis Private Tour in Minivan

clock Duration: 7 to 8 hou
    This tour takes you around the beautiful campus at a pace that you can enjoy. It's going to be a 2-hour walking tour of exploring the university. Travelers get to utilize a flexible itinerary to determine how they get to explore the college. Travelers will also learn about the city's history and that of the university from the tour
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Marché Capucins

Open every day from Monday to Saturday, Marché Capucins is an awesome market in the city centre of Marseille that’s definitely well worth a visit.

Home to a plethora of herbs, spices and produce, Marché Capucins is just one of the places in Marseille that’s renowned for its African culture influence.

You don’t even need to have any intention of purchasing anything when you visit Marché...

Noailles: a mixed neighborhood and its exotic market

clock Duration: 2 hours
    Have you heard countless stories about Cambridge university? This tour will make you relive your stories and walk around the great university. There's a lot to discover. The guide for the tour will be a graduate of the school who knows every corner and every story. The guide will take you past action attractions namely:
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Noailles: a mixed neighborhood and its exotic market

clock Duration: 2 hours
    Have you heard countless stories about Cambridge university? This tour will make you relive your stories and walk around the great university. There's a lot to discover. The guide for the tour will be a graduate of the school who knows every corner and every story. The guide will take you past action attractions namely:
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Sormiou Calanques National Park Electric Bike Tour from Marseille

clock Duration: 3 hours 30
    This is a tour that takes people around another perspective of Cambridge. Everything is designed to suit you and make you happy. The tour is made available to travelers in different languages namely: English, Italian, and Spanish. The tour takes you around one of the most popular cities in the world for 2 hours. Travelers
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Calanques Trilogy Electric Bike Tour from Marseille

clock Duration: 3 to 4 hou
    This is a private punt tour designed for you and your companions. You'll get to float along the River Cam gently and observe sights from the river. The whole punt will be designed for your travel group and you'll be treated with personalized attention. Pass by beautiful action attractions of the popular university and learn
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Full day Shore Excursion to Avignon and Aix en Provence

clock Duration: 8 hours
    This hop-on and hop-off tour will expose you to major aspects of the city. Here, you'll be able to observe impressive architecture and public spaces. Travelers will be given 24-hour which grants them full access to different parts of the city. Enjoy unobstructed views from an open-air viewing deck and interesting onboard
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Marseille Walking food and culture tour 3 hour Private tour

clock Duration: 3 hours
    Enjoy the beauty of riding on the Cam River and go on an English adventure on this punting tour. Get into the punt and prepare for an adventure of a lifetime. The tour will take you past interesting points such as the Bridge of Sighs, King's College chapel, and learn history. The punt is also equipped with blankets, cushions,
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Marseille, Cassis and Aix Sightseeing Tour from Marseille

clock Duration: 10 hours
    Egypt is not only about the pyramids and the river Nile. There's also life, people, and culture in the region. A walking tour into downtown Cairo will expose you to some of the best parts of the city. A friendly tour guide will lead you through the bustling streets. First, he'll lead you to Zamalek where the old and new connections in
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A Day in Provence Small Group Tour from Marseille

clock Duration: 11 hours 3
    Your visit to Cairo can get better with this 2-hour dinner that takes you along the Nile River. Get aboard the Nile Maxim cruise boat, enjoy the beauty of the city, eat delicious food, and watch live entertainment as you go along the river. Travelers will be fed with an extensive menu of meals and listen to the beautiful tunes from a
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