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Marseille
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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.
Day Trips from Marseille
Marseille is a good jumping-off point for Provence's top sights: Arles, Aix en Provence, Les Baux, Calanques, Cassis and more! Book a privtae or small-group day trip from Marseille and make the most of a visit to Provence.
Eating in Marseille
No trip to Marseille is complete without tasting bouillabaisse, a traditional fish stew. Although many touristy restaurants advertise the signature dish for as little as 15 euros, an authentic bouillabaisse, evident from the manner in which it is served and its fresh fish content costs 40 to 50 euros per person.
Authentic bouillabaisse restaurants don't dish up the stew to solo diners (minimum two people). Many demand that you order the dish 24 hours in advance -- a sure sign of freshness.
