4 days in Marseille Itinerary

The 2013 European "Capital of Culture," Marseille is the largest port city on the breezy Mediterranean coast and the second largest city in France.

Explore Marseille's surroundings by going to Arenes de Nimes (in Nimes), Carrieres des Lumieres (in Les Baux de Provence) and Pont du Gard (in Vers-Pont-du-Gard). The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, explore the world behind art at Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Parc National des Calanques, and explore the striking landscape at Calanques.

To see other places to visit, maps, photos, and tourist information, read Marseille tour itinerary planning app.

If you are flying in from Italy, the closest major aiports are Marseille Provence Airport, Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport and Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport. Expect a daytime high around 26°C in May, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Mon) so you can travel back home.