Marseille People pictures

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Lie on the sand, join a game of beach rugby or take to the Mediterranean skies at Marseille’s favorite summertime beach.

\"He who has seen Paris and not Cassis has seen nothing,\" said Fréderic Mistral. Wouldn’t you want to visit this little fishing port in the Bouches-du-Rhône?

Walk or drive along this stunning seafront promenade, which winds from Marseille’s downtown to the Prado beaches, with monuments and views along the way.

Bask in the Mediterranean sun or float out to sea for unforgettable views of Marseille’s southern shorefront.

Eat fresh local produce, gaze across the city to the sea and learn about the local heritage in the historic heart of Marseille, one of France’s oldest harbours.

With its cavernous interior full of reminders of the city’s ancient past, this principal place of worship in Marseille is a neo-Byzantine masterpiece.

\"He who has seen Paris and not Cassis has seen nothing,\" said Fréderic Mistral. Wouldn’t you want to visit this little fishing port in the Bouches-du-Rhône?

The biggest acts from Marseille and the world perform at this modern concert venue, easily accessible from the city center.

A vibrant culture and museum complex serves as an artistic hub for Marseille, in a building that was once a 17th-century shelter for the homeless.

Bask in the Mediterranean sun or float out to sea for unforgettable views of Marseille’s southern shorefront.

Marseille’s most iconic building is a bit of a hike to get to, but the reward includes a magnificent 19th-century basilica and the city’s best views.