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Guided Tour of Le Panier, Marseille
Marseille, France
2h30DurationEnglish, FrenchOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel
About this experience
Join a guided tour of Le Panier, the oldest district in Marseille, exploring its narrow streets and vibrant squares. The tour lasts for a duration that allows for a thorough experience of the area. It is suitable for individuals and groups interested in history and culture but may not be ideal for those seeking a fast-paced activity. Participants will visit notable sites such as La Vieille Charité and local artisan shops, and will have the opportunity to view historical photos of Marseille. The tour includes a focus on the district's architecture and street art, offering insights into its cultural significance. No meals or transportation are included.
Itinerary
1
Hotel de Ville de Marseille
Our tour starts at the iconic XVIIth century City Hall of Marseille. A place formely known as the "Loge", where merchants would negotiate and trade the thousands of goods imported into the city every year!
2
Cathedrale La Major
It is now time to enter the Cathedral La Major. This stunning XIXth century Cathedral perfectly reflects the personnality and identity of the cosmopolitan city of Marseille, whose Romano-Byzantine architecture will make you wonder whether you are in the western or eastern part of the Mediterranean sea. The answer? Both! nested at the edge of the old city, it was built near the sea like the Alexandria's lighthouse, so that ships coming from the four corner of the sea can see it from afar. Enter this gorgeous landmark which marks the renewal of the city of the XIXth century.
3
Le Panier
Time to fully discover "Le Panier" (i.e The Basket), the oldest district in France. This artistic, bohemian neihbourhood wasn't always this trendy, and your guide will tell you some crazy stories that have happened in this area. Why is Le Panier called Le Panier? How did the people live? How do the people live now? Why did we have so many windmills in the middle of the city? You will lose yourself in the multitude of narrow streets and passageways but don't worry, we will find our way home!
4
Centre de la Vieille Charite
At the edge of the Old Town is located a former hospice destined to house, feed and educate the poor and orphans. The beautiful building, designed by Pierre Puget who was litterally born 30 seconds away from its entry, has many arcades and a beautiful pink colour, typical to the old monuments of Marseille. We will stop there for a restroom break. Note that, since it is today a museum, the Vieille Charité hospice is closed on mondays.
5
Rue de la Republique
We will finalize our tour by walking onto the most parisian street of Marseille, filled with Haussmanian type buildings, making you feel that you are back in the French capital. Why does it have such an architecture? Why was it built? Did the people here like it? Do they like today? Find out all of its secrets! Your guide will also have a folder filled with old photos, taken at the very same spots you will be walking onto for better immersion into Marseille's past!
6
Le Vieux Port
We will finish our tour at the heart of Marseille, the Vieux Port, where your hotel will likely be. A place where you can watch concerts, go to the fish market, of simply stroll, as the sun sets or rises gently onto the oldest city in France.
What's included / not included
Learning on Marseille's many historical events, during WW II and under the reign of Louis XIV.Expert guided tour of Le PanierMemorable moments capturing the essence of Le PanierExploration inside the Cathedral La MajorBreathtaking sightseeing on the Old PortInsight into Marseille's rich cultural heritageStreet art appreciation walkImmersive experience in a picturesque Mediterranean settingAccess to historical sites like Vieille Charité
Bottled waterSnacksBring your sunscreen in case of a sunny day!
Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
