La Timone Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Old Port of Marseille
Eat fresh local produce, gaze across the city to the sea and learn about the local heritage in the historic heart of Marseille, one of France’s oldest harbours.
Velodrome Stadium
Catch an event at Velodrome Stadium during your trip to Marseille. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Grand Port Maritime de Marseille
Explore the waterfront in Marseille with a trip to Grand Port Maritime de Marseille. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Cassis Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cassis Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Marseille.
Prado Beach
Sink your feet into the warm sand, play games with locals or watch a tapestry of kites flying in the Mediterranean sky at Marseille’s most popular beach.
Massif des Calanques
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Massif des Calanques during your travels in Marseille. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Activities
Marseille: Calanques Côte Bleue Marine Park Boat Cruise
Cassis wine tour: sea, cliffs and vineyards
Electric Bike Tour to the Calanques from Marseille
Marseille Guided Tour for 4 Hours with a Bilingual Local Guide
Marseille: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Panier Walking Tour
Marseille: Cruise Ship Excursion to Avignon & Pope's Palace
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Other neighbourhoods around La Timone
5th Arrondissement
5th Arrondissement is a destination travellers like for its waterfront views, and you might hop aboard the metro at La Timone Station or Baille Station to explore sights like La Plaine.
10th Arrondissement
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in 10th Arrondissement. You might want to make time for a stop at Calanques National Park or 26th Centenary Park.
Chanot - Stade Velodrome
Noted for its waterfront views and coffee shops, there's plenty to explore in Chanot - Stade Velodrome. Top attractions like Velodrome Stadium and Palais des Sports de Marseille are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Sainte-Marguerite Dromel Station or Rond-Point du Prado Station to see more of the city.
4th Arrondissement
4th Arrondissement is well liked for its museums and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Palais Longchamps and Le Dôme are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Chartreux Station or Cinq Avenues - Longchamp Station to get around.
12th Arrondissement
When in 12th Arrondissement and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Le Dôme or Palais Longchamps and hop on the metro to see more of the city at La Fourragere Station or Saint Barnabé Metro Station.
6th Arrondissement
Spend some time visiting places like Cours Julien while getting to know 6th Arrondissement, and be sure to check out the waterfront views. You can hop aboard the metro at Castellane Station or Estrangin Station to see more of the area.
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