Top Marseille Cultural Tours

Soak up the bounty, beauty and history of Provence on a full-day trip from Marseille. In Avignon, the ‘City of Popes,’ you’ll discover ancient and medieval art and architecture on a guided, small-group tour. Pop into the Popes’ Palace (own expense) before continuing to Châteauneuf-du-Pape to sample fine Provençal wines in an elegant château. Finish with a visit to the medieval hilltop village of Les Baux de Provence.

Discover the beauty and culture of historic Marseille on this family-friendly electric bike tour. Accompany your guide and a small group on a ride through Marseille’s ancient streets. Explore off-the-beaten-path corners of the city, picturesque ports and main attractions like Palais du Pharo and Notre-Dame de la Garde, and cruise along the waterfront for gorgeous Mediterranean views. See more of France’s oldest city with ease.

Spend the morning exploring Marseilles’ historical neighborhoods on a small-group tour with a guide. Perfect for visitors looking to maximize their time in the city, the tour covers many of the city’s main sights in half a day. Peruse shops and restaurants in the along the water in the old port, and take in panoramic views along the Cape Croisette.

Discover one of France’s most storied winemaking regions, and enjoy a luxurious day out, when you book this private tour of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Following morning pickup at your area hotel, set off in a comfortable vehicle. During the day, you’ll visit three different wineries, where you’ll learn about the grape varietals that go into Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines, will discover the region’s history, and will enjoy tutored tastings. You’ll also visit a traditional bistro for lunch (own expense).

Spend a day exploring Aix en Provence, Cassis, and Marseille with this private tour from Marseille. Your guide will pick you and your party up at your hotel and take you out on a day of adventure. Highlights include a stop at Cape Canaille and a guided tour of the Cours Mirabeau in Aix, with plenty of free time built in to explore at your leisure.

Explore France’s magnificent Calanques on this 3-hour electronic bike tour from Marseille. See three of the impressive rock formations in Calanques National Park, with historic and geological context from your guide. Pedal through Marseille’s diverse neighborhoods and stop for a swim in the Mediterranean. This tour is great for visitors with a sense of adventure looking to get under the surface of the city.

Spend your time in port in Marseille exploring with ease by electric bike on this half-day cycling tour. Spin through the city streets with a guide, and discover top attractions such as Notre Dame de la Garde Basilica and the Palais du Pharo. Enjoy panoramic French Riviera views along the pretty Corniche Kennedy, and visit traditional ports including the Vallon des Auffes. Along the way, explore the ancient Panier neighborhood and new Joliette district, and gain insight into centuries of rich maritime history.

Discover the remarkable beauty of France’s Mediterranean coast on a full-day electric bike tour! This unique outdoor excursion takes you to lovely ports and fishing villages like Madrague Montredon and Vallon des Auffes and through dramatic calanques-filled coves. Along the way, stop to swim and have lunch.Then head back to Marseille for a tour of great sites such as Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica.

Witness the unimaginable beauty of Provence’s lavender fields on this excursion from Marseille. In a small group, visit the delightful bohemian town of Aix-en-Provence and travel through Valensole Plateau. Marvel at the endless, undulating fields of lavender and soak up the distinct fragrance that perfumes the air, particularly in the middle of summer. Stop in Valensole village to pick up a bouquet and some essential oils to take home!

Explore Marseille on a 2-hour small-group tour by Segway. Learn about the city’s history and culture and see top sights in a fraction of the time it would take to walk. See panoramic views from top of Notre Dame de la Garde Basilica, and get local tips from your guide. Finish the tour in the charming Le Panier neighborhood, packed with cafes and restaurants. This tour is ideal for visitors who are short on time, but want to get a comprehensive tour of the city.

Experience Van Gogh’s vivid and picturesque Provence on this full-day tour from Marseille! Journey to the seaside town of Arles – where Van Gogh fully realized his signature style – to visit key sites like the ancient Arles amphitheater, Saint-Trophime church and the setting of Le café de nuit. Continue to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence to see the triumphal arch and funeral monument, and to the hilltop village of Les Baux de Provence.

Escape the bustle of Marseille with a 4-hour tour of bohemian Aix-en-Provence. Board a comfortable coach for the short northbound ride through the vibrant Provençal countryside. With your friendly guide, you’ll stroll Aix’s picturesque streets, viewing centuries-old private mansions, elaborate fountains, shops and cafés.

Discover the best of Marseille in just four hours on a private sightseeing tour. The half-day excursion strikes the perfect balance between driving and walking to take full advantage of your limited vacation time. Historical highlights include the Old Port, Notre Dame de la Garde, and Fort St. Jean. Your enthusiastic guide also ensures that you experience the timeless culture found exclusively in this port city.

This one hour Segway Tour of Marseille's Old Town will give you the unique opportunity to tour around the narrow streets of the Old Town and the Old Port. Ride through the beauty of the Panier neighborhood with its narrow houses draped with washing and criss-crossed by steep cobbled steps. See the highlights as your guide tells you and your private group, all about this incredible town.

Leave the hassles of driving, navigating, and translating to your guide on this day trip from Marseille to Sault – the world’s lavender capital. See Provence’s stories lavender fields and visit ancient hilltop villages with a guide. View the rolling purple hills, see ancient cliff-top villages and have time to explore on your own and visit a lavender producer.

We invite you to discover the exotic district of Noailles and its market located in the heart of Marseille. Learn about the origin of the world's most famous national anthem, see the location of the first cinema in history, visit 200-year-old shops, and step inside the colorful and bustling market and its oriental spice shops. He will also talk about the tragedy that affected rue d'Aubagne and the struggle of the inhabitants of the district against gentrification, unworthy housing and the fear of being evicted from their homes. All accompanied by a local guide living in the neighborhood.

A unique private wine tour in the scenic landscape of Mont Sainte Victoire inspiration for post impressionist artist Paul Cézanne, who painted many pictures of the mountain from 1880. We begin the tour exploring the old town of Aix-en-Provence seeking out some of the historic areas associated with Cézanne and a visit to discover the street markets and an abundance of local food produce. Provence considered some of the most natural in France, due to the drying effects of the Mistral wind & shallow rocky soils, formed by limestone & sandstone which produces high quality vines. Learn about the characteristics of the land whilst visiting the cellars of two different vineyards. Meet the winemakers, taste the wines - full-bodied reds, subtle elegant rosés & distinctive whites. In the middle of the day, lunch to sample local provençal cuisine - an exceptional day out sampling the delights of good food & wine and discovering the delights of Cézanne country in the heart of Provence.

Explore the lively artist’s village of Cassis and sample its unique charms on this 4-hour tour from Marseille. Stroll around the historic fishing village, enjoy a wine tasting of local white and rose wines, then take a scenic cruise around the coast, admiring dramatic views of the UNESCO-listed calanques (inlets).

Visit the Camargue Region, the city of Arles, and the town of Les Saintes Maries de la Mer with this full-day private tour from Marseille. You'll also visit Pond de Gau bird park, which provides refuge for the likes of egrets of flamingos, and spend time at the beach of Piemanson, all with a local guide.

Discover the best of the Provence wine region on a full-day excursion from Marseille.  Private transportation (for maximum eight people) takes you from the port to two distinct wineries. Taste Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, and other locally prepared wines. Learn about wine production and visit aging rooms.  Next, drive through the Provence countryside to Cassis, Lourmarin, or Aix-en-Provence.  Enjoy two hours of free time to explore before returning to Marseille.

L'Isle sur la Sorgue, an ancient town surrounded by a moat of flowing water, dates from the 12th century when fishermen built huts on stilts above what was then a marsh. By the 18th century, canals lined with 70 giant wheels powered silk factories & paper mills, you'll see them as you walk around the town. Today L’Isle is the Venice of Provence, home to antiques villages housing over 300 dealers - a really great way to begin exploring the Vaucluse. Next Fontaine de Vaucluse where the largest natural spring in Europe wells up outside the village creates a fast flowing river running through the village dotted riverside cafés & shops. Next a drive into the Vaucluse to Gordes to discover numerous tiny villages before visiting Avignon with an impressive legacy of ecclesiastical architecture, most notably World Heritage listed Palais des Papes that includes an array of impressive renaissance frescos. In Avignon, we include a visit to the Pont d'Avignon, but not the Palais des Papes.

When your cruise ship docks in Marseille, see the best of Provence with ease on this private shore excursion. Spin by luxury minivan to top Provence attractions including Aix-en-Provence, the Calanques National Park, and Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica. Stroll along sun-dappled streets as your guide shares details of Provence’s rich culture and history. Mingle with locals sipping pastis in the shade, and admire uninterrupted views over southern France’s coastline.

For history buffs, Avignon is busrting with the fantastic story of the 1300's era move of the Vatican to Avignon, the Franco Vaticano, which transformed this small town into the beauty it is today, reflected in the largest surviving Gothic palace in Europe, the Palace of the Popes. After a visit here, we'll move along the ramparts and park and then to the Pont de Avignon. Châteauneuf du Pape is famous for its hearty reds! We'll have a look at the village and have a tasting at one of the many domains represented there. During the tour we'll visit the castle ruins of Châteauneuf du Pape with its beautiful view over the Rhône. You'll have lunch or snack in a typical Provencal place on the way. (optional)

Discover the history of the Jewish people in the Provence area with this unique private tour of Les Milles, Carpentras, Cavaillon and Avignon.