Marseille Travel Tips
In parts very African, in others distinctly Middle Eastern but in its entirety unmistakably French, the cosmopolitan port of Marseille (spelt Marseilles in English but pronounced the same) is a brusque, bustling place with bags of character.
There's the pretty old port, the gritty (and often stinking) back streets, lively markets with the atmosphere of a Moroccan souk, heavenly harbourside restaurants and an increasingly buzzing nightlife.
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Marseille Vieux Port
Written by Jodi R, Germany, June 2011
There is something endlessly alluring about a port town, the yearning to connect with far-away places is played out through ships coming and going in the harbour, while exotic spices and tastes ...
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Bouillabaisse, Pastis & Pétanque
Written by Viator, April 2011
What better than Boullabaisse, Pastis and Pétanque to define Marseilles – this quintessential trio is a must-try during your visit! Start your afternoon by playing Pétanque, a form of ...
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Doing what: Arles, Les Baux and Saint Remy de Provence from Marseille
