Marseille Exploration Private Game and City Tour on your Phone

Are you looking for a fun way to explore the city at your own pace? Then, this self-guided activity is made for you! You’ll entertain your group with fun quizzes, while still teaching them fun facts about the city. This activity is ideal for families or for travelers who want to explore the city at their own pace. With this activity, you will be guided through the following locations: Longchamp Palace, Vieille Charité, Cathedral of Saint Mary Major, Fort Saint-Jean, Old Port, Palais de la Bourse, Abbey of Saint Victor, Pharo's Palace, and the Basilica of Our Lady of the Guard. Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help… Explore the city and solve quizzes about the main monuments to gather as many points as possible. Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to your self-guided tour.

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   Palais Longchamp

   15 min

   The Palais Longchamp was built to celebrate the successful completion of the Canal de Marseille, which brought water to the city from the Durance River. You will learn about its history and answer quizzes in the app.

2. 2

   Centre de la Vieille Charite

   15 min

   Built between 1671 and 1749, the Vieille Charité was originally constructed as a hospice for the poor. You will learn about the building's history and answer quizzes in the app to solve your mission.

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   Stop 3

   15 min

   The Cathedral of Saint Mary Major evokes the grandeur of Eastern basilicas and Byzantine churches. You will learn about the cathedral's history and answer quizzes in the app to solve your mission.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   15 min

   Fort Saint-Jean is a historic fortress, which was built in the 17th century, by order of King Louis XIV to strengthen the city’s defenses against naval attacks.

5. 5

   Le Vieux Port

   15 min

   The Old Port of Marseille (Vieux-Port) is one of the oldest ports in the Mediterranean. Maritime activity has been found from Greeks in 600 BC. Today, the Old Port the liveliest part of the city.

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   Stop 6

   15 min

   Palais de la Bourse served as a central meeting place for merchants, shipowners, and business leaders. You will learn about the building's history and answer quizzes in the app to solve your mission.

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   Stop 7

   15 min

   The Abbey of Saint Victor is an early Chistian site dating back in the 5th century. The crypt contains tombs, including what is believed to be the relics of Saint Victor himself.

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   Palais du Pharo

   15 min

   Pharo's Palace was commissioned by Emperor Napoleon III as a residence for his wife, Empress Eugénie, during their visits to Marseille. The gardens surrounding the palace, known as the Jardin du Pharo, are a popular spot for locals and tourists.

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   Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde

   15 min

   The Basilica of Our Lady of the Guard (Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde) is iconic. It is perched on a hilltop overlooking the city and the Mediterranean Sea. Notre-Dame de la Garde is affectionately known by locals as “La Bonne Mère”.

• 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.