It's easy to see all the interesting places in the capital of Provence. The main thing is to plan your route correctly. Buy a map of Marseille with names and descriptions of sights in Russian - and go!
Old Port
This neighborhood is where Marseille began. There are many old buildings here that attract tourists. The most imposing of these are the forts of St. Nicholas and St. John, built in 1664 to protect the city from invasion from the sea.
The Castle of If.
Want to see Edmond Dantes' cell? The Count of Monte Cristo? Then head to Belges Pier and board a pleasure boat that will take you to the fortress-prison. You might even get a glimpse of the underground passage dug by the Iron Mask. A ticket to the Chateau d'If costs 5 EUR and the boat trip costs 10 EUR.
Basilica of Notre Dame de la Garde.
The Romanesque-Byzantine cathedral with a nine-meter bell tower was built in the twentieth century. It was called the church of sailors, as the night illumination pointed the way for passing ships like a lighthouse. The cathedral is located on a hill in the highest part of the city. From here you can enjoy a beautiful view. Photos of Marseille from the observation decks of this attraction are simply amazing: the capital of Provence will appear before you as in the palm of your hand. Entrance to the basilica is free.
St. Victor's Abbey.
This church, more like a fortress, was once a monastery. Its greatest treasure - sarcophagi decorated with carvings and inscriptions - are stored in the catacombs. Scholars classify them as examples of early Christian art.
Palais Palais du Faro.
The grandiose palace complex with a magnificent interior was built in the twentieth century. It served as a residence for Napoleon II. Now it hosts various receptions of the city's services.
Garden of Ruins and Ruin
On the Marseille sightseeing map, look for the garden on Rue Henri Barbusa. Historians believe this site was once the site of an ancient Greek port. The ruins were discovered quite by accident during the construction of a shopping center in 1960. Since then, it has been home to the Open Air Museum and the Marseille History Museum.
