Marseille, where history echoes
Join Rémi, a guide and specialist in Mediterranean history, for a two-hour walk from the Abbey of Saint-Victor to the Cathedral of La Major. The route takes you along Marseille’s waterfront and through some of its oldest streets, following the story of the city as it unfolds around you.
Along the way, Rémi will share the history and stories behind each site. You’ll hear stories and spot little details that are easily missed when exploring on your own. Find out what makes this city so unique.
The walk will help to find your bearings around the city and enjoy your stay. Rémi is happy to share practical local tips and recommend addresses for later, including restaurants and activities.
Tour Highlights
Saint-Victor Abbey
Rising above the Old Port, Saint-Victor’s fortress-like abbey hides a shadowed crypt and centuries of sacred history. A place where Marseille feels almost mystical.
The Old Port
Discover how Marseille’s harbour became the beating heart of a city looking out across the Mediterranean.
Le Panier
Walk through one of Marseille’s oldest neighbourhoods and explore the lives and stories behind its streets.
La Major
End beneath the monumental cathedral, a fitting final stop for a walk through Marseille’s long history.