Podcast Tour Marseille 2600 Years of Marseilles Vieux Port

Marseille, France
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Duration2h 17m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Step into the vibrant, salty, and sometimes turbulent history of Marseille's Vieux-Port. Join Tom, an urban planner, and his local friend Olivia as they peel back the layers of France's oldest city. From the ancient Greek ships that first dropped anchor 2,600 years ago, to the cannons of Louis 14 aimed at his own rebellious citizens, and the modern architectural marvels of today, this redthread tour reveals the hidden soul of a Mediterranean crossroads. Expect tales of plague, soap, fishermen, and a city that constantly reinvents itself from its own ashes.

- A 4.4 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 137 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and History & Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

What's included

  • Verified facts woven into an engaging story
  • Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
  • Precise navigation between the stops
  • Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

What to expect

  1. Jardin des Vestiges
    10m
    The excavated remains of the ancient Greek port of Massalia, revealing the city's 2,600-year-old origins.
  2. Place de Lenche
    10m
    A historic square in Le Panier that sits exactly on the site of the ancient Greek Agora.
  3. Eglise Saint-Laurent
    10m
    A 12th-century parish church that served as the spiritual home for Marseille's fishermen.
  4. Fort Saint-jean
    10m
    A fortress built by Louis XIV, famous for having its cannons pointed inward at the city rather than out to sea.
  5. Mucem
    10m
    A stunning modern museum symbolizing Marseille's 21st-century reinvention as a cultural capital.
  6. Place aux Huiles
    10m
    A former canal where flat-bottomed boats delivered olive oil, linking maritime trade to the soap industry.
  7. Musee du Savon de Marseille La Licorne
    10m
    A museum dedicated to the strict 17th-century regulations and history of traditional Marseille soap.
  8. La Criee
    10m
    Formerly the city's wholesale fish market, now transformed into a prestigious national theater.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Marseille's main station, take local public transport toward Jardin des Vestiges. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Jardin des Vestiges, Marseille, France. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

End point

From La Criée - Théâtre National de Marseille, 30 Quai de Rive Neuve, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Marseille's main station. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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