Walking City Tour in Le Panier District

This walking tour in Le Panier neighborhood will introduce you to the oldest district of Marseille, a village in the heart of the city ! We will stroll through colorful narrow streets , admire historic jewels of the XVII and XVIII century , discover crafmen workshops , and lively little squares . The tour is rich in stories , anecdotes , culture and local authenticity. Throughout the visit , I will also show you historical photos to help you imagine how the neighborhood looked in the past .

1. 1

   Le Vieux Port

   20 min

   Historical introduction of Marseille , The oldest city in France , founded in 600 BC by Greeks coming from Phocea. Presentation of the lanscape and monuments around you and description of the beautiful City Hall from the 17 th century .

2. 2

   Stop 2

   15 min

   You will learn how this majestic building from the 18th century which was the main Hospital in Marseille has become a 5 Stars Hôtel.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   15 min

   Discover the incredible destiny of the oldest House in Marseille ( 16 th )which escaped the dynamiting of the district in January 1943 .

4. 4

   Stop 4

   10 min

   Stop in front of the beautiful facade of the former Courthouse from the XVIII century , built with the beautiful pink stone of La Couronne quarry .

5. 5

   La Maison Diamantee

   10 min

   Another historical landmark of Marseille : La Maison Diamantée from the end of 16 th century with its stunning façade with diamond-Shaped stones .

6. 6

   Stop 6

   10 min

   The famous street that leads you to the Panier district with its picturesque stairs and beautiful perspective on the bell tower .

7. 7

   Place des Moulins

   15 min

   Imagine yourself in a quiet and peaceful square , far away from the hustle and bustle of the city , that used to be covered with wind mills .

8. 8

   Centre de la Vieille Charite

   15 min

   The Old Charity , Pierre Puget's masterpiece will surprised you with its beauty and its incredible destiny from hospice to a cultural center housing many museums.

9. 9

   Cathedrale La Major

   15 min

   The Cathedral of the Major is the last cathedral built in the 19 th in France .It will surprise you by its size , its Romano Byzantine style and its location in front of the Mediterranean sea.

10. 10

    Place de Lenche

    15 min

    The last stop of our tour will take us to the oldest square of Marseille : The Place de Lenche, the former Greek agora .It is now a lively square with its restaurants and cafés and its beautiful vieuw on the Vieux Port.

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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.