Vieux-Port
The old harbour, the heart of the city, with its morning fish market and boats to the islands.
Marseille, France
Marseille: airports, things to do and where to stay
Marseille, France's oldest city and its great Mediterranean port, mixes the buzz of the Vieux-Port, lively working-class neighbourhoods and the turquoise coves of the Calanques National Park.
Marseille airports
From the airport to central Marseille
Marseille Provence airport is about 20 km from central Marseille.
Navette A1
Direct motorway bus to Marseille Saint-Charles station, every 10-20 min depending on the time of day (about 30-50 min depending on traffic).
Navette A2
Direct bus between the airport and Aix-en-Provence.
Gare Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence
A free shuttle bus (about 5 min) runs to this station, served by TER regional trains to Marseille and other cities in the region.
Taxi
Ranks outside the terminals. The ride to central Marseille takes about 30 min, depending on traffic.
Marseille
Things to do in Marseille
Notre-Dame de la Garde
The basilica crowning the city's highest hill, with views over Marseille and the sea.
MuCEM
Museum of Mediterranean civilisations, linked by a footbridge to Fort Saint-Jean.
Le Panier
The oldest district, with steep lanes, street art and the Vieille Charité.
Calanques
Limestone coves with turquoise water between Marseille and Cassis, reachable on foot or by boat.
Château d'If
Island fortress off the city, made famous by The Count of Monte Cristo. Boats leave from the Vieux-Port.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Marseille?
Marseille is served by Marseille Provence (MRS).
How far is the airport from central Marseille?
Marseille Provence airport is about 20 km from central Marseille.
How do I get from the airport to central Marseille?
From Marseille Provence airport you can take Navette A1 (bus), Navette A2 (bus), Gare Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence (train), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Marseille?
Highlights of Marseille include Vieux-Port, Notre-Dame de la Garde, MuCEM, Le Panier, Calanques, and Château d'If.
Photo credits
- Vieux-Port: Velvet, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Notre-Dame de la Garde: Fred Romero from Paris, France, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- MuCEM: Bertrand SOUBEYRAND, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Le Panier: phgaillard2001, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Calanques: kallerna, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Château d'If: Philippe Alès, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons