• The gardens of the remains of antique Marseille
Until 1967 Marseille had preserved relatively few traces of her antique past. But that year was discovered one of the most beautiful urban archaeological sites. The excavations lasted until 1974 and revealed the exact dimensions of the city at the time of the Greeks. Numerous ceramics and every day objects were also uncovered.
These remains are situated in a garden close to the Old Port, which is a pleasant place for a stroll.

• Notre Dame de la Garde
Dominating Marseille from the top of a hill, the basilica of Notre Dame de la Garde is one of the most potent symbols of the city. It offers the visitor, in addition to its own charm, a unique view point over the region.

• The forts of St Jean and St Nicolas
The Old Port has, for a long time, had military buildings. The Fort St Nicolas, built upon the emplacement of the Chapel St Nicolas, is an important work built in 1660 upon orders from Louis XIV, so as to contain Marseille's inhabitants' impulses. But is has never had to be used.

• The Hospice of Vieille Charité
Dating from 1650, the Hospice of Vieille Charité is composed of vaulted galleries and of three rows of arcades. The work as a whole is classical and somewhat austere in its outlook. The chapel, with its dome attributed to Pierre Puget, is baroque in its style. Restored, this venue presently plays host to several associations: the Institute of Research of The Mediterranean, a videotheque and a conference hall.
Other visits
The Saint Victor Abbey, the Town Hall, the Opera House, the Hotel of Cabre, Notre Dame de la Garde, the Diamond Clad House ("La Maison Diamantée")