Marseille
France’s second largest city and the capital of the Provence- Côte d'Azur region, the cosmopolitan city of Marseille lies on the southeast coast of France.
A delightful blend of history, outstanding seafood, culture and heritageFrance’s second largest city and the capital of the Provence- Côte d'Azur region, the cosmopolitan city of Marseille lies on the southeast coast of France .
If you choose to leave your MSC cruise ship you really will be spoiled for choice during this part of your Mediterranean cruise vacation.
MSC guests already familiar with Marseille are invited to join us on our excursions that take you further afield. From the cultural hotspot that is Aix-en-Provence to the charming town of Cassis, you will enjoy the best deals on all local attractions.
Book-lovers may wish to swap one marine ship for another and hop on a boat transfer to the island of Chateau d’If, home to Alexandre Dumas’ fictional legend, the Count of Monte Cristo. |
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Directions
A bus shuttle service and a taxi service to the city centre is available.
Port average temperature
Marseille has a Mediterranean climate, with mild, humid winters and hot, dry summers. January and February are the coldest months, averaging temperatures of around 8 to 9 °C. July and August are the hottest months. The mean summer temperature is around 23 to 24 °C.
In July the average maximum temperature is around 30°C. Marseille is known for the Mistral, a harsh cold wind originating in the Rhône valley that occurs mostly in winter and spring. Less frequent is the Sirocco, a hot sand-bearing wind, coming from the Sahara Desert. The temperate figures shown are based on monthly average weather conditions for the selected port. Weather data is not real-time, and sometimes no data is shown for a specific date, month or port in general.
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MRS02 - AIX-EN-PROVENCE - 4 hours - 2012
We will leave Marseille port for a 40-minute drive to the lovely town of Aix-en-Provence. The excursion starts with a visit to the famous XII century St. Saviour's Cathedral and gardens. The Cathedral was built on the site of a Roman Temple and dates from a period that spans the XI and XIII centuries. Fronted by a richly decorated Gothic-style portal with elaborately carved doors, the Cathedral is flanked on the north by an unfinished tower. Enjoy a pleasant walk (1,5 hours) through the historic town centre before reaching the famous Mazarino Quarter, a residential district created by Cardinal Mazarin's brother in the last half of the XVII century for the gentry of Aix en Provence. Free time for shopping.Please note: this tour includes long periods of walking on uneven ground and is not recommended for guests with mobility problems. On holidays shops may be closed.
Price per person $67.00 Adults $47.00 Children
MRS03 - CASSIS - 4.5 hours - 2012 
Formerly a quiet fishing village on the south coast, Cassis today is a charming small town and popular international tourist resort. This tour includes a 1-hour bus transfer by bus and then by local train, followed by free time for shopping.Please note: the station of the local train may be crowded so please expect some queues. On holidays shops may be closed.
Price per person $48.00 Adults $34.00 Children
MRS06 - MARSEILLES CITY TOUR - 4 hours - 2012 Join us on a visit around this important maritime town. We will begin at the Cathedral of Notre Dame de la Garde which stands majestically on top of a hill. The Cathedral is made up of a lower and an upper church and was built on the site of an ancient chapel. Continue along the "Corniche" (coast road) where we will admire Borely Castle and garden (no inside visit). The excursion includes sightseeing in the centre of Marseilles and photos at Longchamps Palace before enjoying some free time in the "Vieux Port" (old port).Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility problems or in a wheelchair due to many steps and uphill path around the Cathedral.
Price per person $64.00 Adults $45.00 Children
MRS07 - AVIGNON AND MARSEILLES - full day, lunch not included - 2012 
Our starting point for this day-long tour begins in Marseilles, as the Cathedral of Notre Dame de la Garde. This Neo-Byzantine church stands on top of a hill and was designed by the French architect Esperandiu between 1853 and 1864. The site was formerly a XIII century chapel dedicated to Our Lady of the Guard and features several votive offerings from safely returned sailors. Stop for an inside visit before continuing on a 1.5-hour coach ride to the medieval city of Avignon. Here we will visit the Palace of the Popes, an ancient fortress rich in galleries and chapels. The frescoes and hand-painted tapestries in the Popes' bedrooms and private rooms bear witness to the former opulence of this residence. Make the most of your free time to stroll around and have lunch (non-inclusive) in one of the typical French brasserie-restaurants. Return to Marseilles for embarkation.Please note: walking on uneven ground and steps. This tour is not suitable for Guests with mobility problems or in a wheelchair due to many steps and uphill path around the Cathedral in Marseilles. This tour is only for guests onboard MSC Fantasia.
Price per person $108.00 Adults $76.00 Children
MRS08 - MONTE CRISTO TOUR - 4 hours - 2012 
A boat transfer will take you to the island of "Château d'If" for a guided visit of this fortified prison built between 1524-28 and which became a state prison in the XVII century. The popular XIX century French author, Alexandre Dumas, brought literary fame to the castle who used it as a setting for his adventure novel, the Count of Monte Cristo. The tour will continue to the "Frioul" island, not far from the historic port, where we will enjoy free time on the beach. Return to the ship.Please note: this tour runs from June to the middle of September and is subject to weather conditions.
Price per person $81.00 Adults $57.00 Children
MRS09 - AVIGNON-5 hours - 2011-2012 Our starting point for this half day tour is the port of Marseilles where you will board a bus for a 1.5-hour ride to the medieval city of Avignon. Here you will visit the Palace of the Popes, an ancient fortress rich in galleries and chapels. The frescoes and hand-painted tapestries in the Popes' bedrooms and private rooms bear witness to the former opulence of this residence. Enjoy a little free time before returning to Marseilles for embarkation.Please note: this tour is foreseen only during winter calls by MSC Splendida.
Price per person $74.00 Adults $52.00 Children
The excursions in the program above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this program is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine.
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