Food & drink
Vallon des Auffes
A tiny fishing harbour under a road bridge, known for bouillabaisse and seafood lunches.
The island fortress made famous by The Count of Monte Cristo, by ferry from the Vieux-Port. Closed on Mondays and in bad weather.
Closed on Mondays.
| Terminal | One way | How |
|---|---|---|
| Marseille Provence Cruise Terminal (Môle Léon Gourret) | 60 min | shuttle, then ferry from the Vieux-Port |
| J4 cruise terminal (La Joliette, beside MuCEM) | 60 min | shuttle, then ferry from the Vieux-Port |
Times are estimates. Allow extra on busy days and for tender queues.
A tiny fishing harbour under a road bridge, known for bouillabaisse and seafood lunches.
The closest sandy beach to the centre, a 20-minute walk from the Vieux-Port.
A museum of Mediterranean life in a lace-like concrete cube, linked by footbridge to an old harbour fort. The fort, gardens and roof terrace are free.