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Free tour: The Great History of Marseille

Duration: 2h
Languages: English, Spanish
Guru: Fabien
Quality Verified Registered on April 17, 2024

Hello, my friends ! I've been a guide in Paris for 8 years. I am back in my original city with a strong desire to share all the beauty and history of this great place. I am interested in art, history, traditions, cultures, story telling, acting... I am curious about many things. I have lived in Spain and the US, and I love meeting new people ! It will be a pleasure to meet you!

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Welcome on this tour to visit the oldest town of France.

We'll start  from the beautiful old port, a natural cove where the greeks arrived  600 before Christ !
We'll travel 2600 years ago in  Le Jardin Des Vestiges , where the Phoceans founded Massalia.

Entering the oldest neighborhood in France « Le Panier »
retracing the history and anecdotes of its monuments, Hotel de Cabre, Hotel Dieu, Pavillon Daviel, Church of the Accoules.

Up the hill thru the olds beautiful streets, we'll explain the evolution of the place, passing by the original street du Panier and its spicy past, and back down to admire the renaissance architecture of La Vielle Charité.

Arriving to the see sight off the New port we'll discover: Cathedrale of la major, Mucem, Villa mediterranée,Musée Regards de Provence.
A very pleasant and attractive area, highly visited for its view, the modern architecture and a unique cultural proposal...
 
Finally we'll get to the entrance of the old port, viewing Notre Dame, two fortress St Jean and St Nicolas, Church St Laurent and facing Abbaye St victor.

My goal is to give you a great, pleasant and deep understanding of my city.  Sharing history, stories, customs, and legends that make Marseille so special. I'll answer your questions and give you recommendations. I'll Be glad to have you on board !!!

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Métro Vieux Port, Marseille, France
    Métro Vieux Port, Marseille, France
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    I will be right in the middle of the port, under the metro sign with a white cap

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Old Port of Marseille
  • 2
    Outside visit
    vestige garden
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Hotel de Cabre
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Hotel Dieu Intercontinental Marseille
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Le Panier
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Center de la Vieille Charité
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Cathedrale La Major
  • 8
    Outside visit
    Villa Mediterranée
  • 9
    Outside visit
    fort st jean
  • 10
    Outside visit
    Eglise St Laurent

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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4.75
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4.75
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5.0
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4.75
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Nicole 03 May 2024

Verified booking
Travelled in group - May 2024
This was an excellent tour with a lot of details about the history of the city especially the roman ruins and the old port. We loved the pictures and details of each place we visited. Fabian always asked if we had questions and had great answers. I would recommend this tour.
Anne 02 May 2024
Knaresborough

Verified booking
Travelled alone - May 2024
A most enjoyable and informative tour. I particularly liked the inclusion of photos to illustrate the history and changes to the city. Great to have time to pop into a couple of churches too. I recommend.
Anju 01 May 2024
Bengaluru

Verified booking
Travelled in couple - May 2024
Fabien was sincere, thoughtful informative and very fun! My friend and I really enjoyed seeing Marseille with him. He shared lovely anecdotes which were clearly well researched and he kept us engaged by asking fun questions. Highly recommend!
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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