Marseille

Marseille

Marseille is located on the Mediterranean coast and serves as the capital of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region as well as the Bouches-du-Rhône department. It is France’s second-largest city and third-largest metropolitan area. The city is France’s largest commercial port and also the largest in the Mediterranean.

Surrounded by limestone hills on three sides, Marseille enjoys a pleasant climate and beautiful scenery. It is a world-renowned city that receives over three million visitors annually, a number that continues to grow, making it one of the most visited cities in France. Marseille can be considered a hub of history and art, home to numerous museums and art galleries, historic buildings, and churches—many of which enjoy international acclaim. These include the Marseille Museum of Fine Arts, the Natural History Museum of Marseille, the Museum of Marseille Ceramics, the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations, and the Marseille History Museum. In addition to these museums, highlights also include the Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica, the Old Charity Hospital, the Frioul Islands, the Marseille City Hall, Marseille Cathedral, and the Church of St. Vincent de Paul.

The most famous dish in Marseille is undoubtedly bouillabaisse, a hearty fish soup made with various seafood such as sea bream and shrimp. Originally created by fishermen’s wives to warm their husbands returning from the sea using leftover fish, it began as a humble dish but has since evolved into one of Marseille’s most delicious and beloved soups.

Marseille

Must-visit reason: France’s second-largest city

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/region where the attraction is located: France[France]

Province/state where the attraction is located: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region [Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region]

City where the attraction is located: Marseille [Marseille]