The Old Port of Marseille (French: Vieux-Port de Marseille, [vjøpɔʁ də maʁsɛj]) is at the end of the Canebière, the major street of Marseille. It has been the natural harbour of the city since antiquity and is now the main popular place in Marseille.

Together with ‘Notre-Dame de la Garde’, the ‘Vieux Port’ of Marseille, located at the bottom of the famous ‘Canebière’ is one of the symbols of the city. With gatherings, major events, and fireworks, it is the landmark of the people of Marseille!

Marseille’s Old Port has a bit of everything: a beautiful harbor, MUCEM museum, Le Panier, and more. Get the locals’ insight into the Vieux Port of Marseille.

Once called Lacydon, the Old Port is, as its name suggests, the oldest in the city, and the pulsating heart of the Phocaean City for centuries. Today, it is one of the most emblematic places in Marseille. It is the natural meeting place for all Marseilles residents and visitors.

Dec 5, 2024 · Marseille’s Old Port is one of the most picturesque parts of France’s second largest city. This area has been the hub of activity in Marseille from Antiquity to the Middle Ages, and today it is as busy as ever. We list 10 things to do in this beautiful spot.

Oct 5, 2020 · The Old Port formerly known as Lacydon was the centre of all ancient activities in the Phocaean city. This port has been in existence for more than 2600 years and shares a lot of history with its home city, Marseille.

The beautiful old port in Marseille invites you to explore the old town from here. We started from the southern half of the harbor where we first explored the neighborhoods on the southern side. Beautiful local shops alternate with better-known chains.

The Old Port of Marseille, the vibrant heart of the city, is a place where culture thrives at every corner. This historic site, nestled next to the Panier district and surrounded by iconic landmarks, offers a full immersion into Marseille’s history and traditions.

Marseille was founded as a trading port in 600 BC by Greeks from Phocaea in Asia Minor - now part of Turkey - making it the oldest town in France. To this day it still bears the proud ancient nickname La Cité phocéenne. At the time the area was inhabited by a Celto-Ligurian people.

New landmark on the Old Port designed by the British Norman Foster, the 22m by 48m Ombrière has a triple function. The Quai de la Fraternité is perpendicular to the Quai de Rive Neuve to the South, and to the Quai du Port to the North. It hosts the fish market, the shade house and many...