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Marseille Airport

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Opening hours

Mo-Fr 0730-2400
Sa 0800-2400
Su 0830-2400
Address
Provence Airport, 13700

Telephone: +33 (0) 825 091 313

 

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France’s oldest city, Marseille has been shaped across centuries by the civilizations who have called it home. Discover how the city was founded by Greek traders, before becoming an important city of the Roman Empire and growing many centuries later into the European Capital of Culture of recent years.

Wander the streets to see the marks left by each civilization on the city’s skyline. See how modern Marseille has evolved around this history – with designer hotels, galleries, chic restaurants and stores sympathetic to the architecture of the past.

With car rental at Marseille-Provence Airport you can see the best of Marseille and beyond. Get behind the wheel to take in the Provence coastline – where natural beauty awaits around every bend – then drive back to France’s second city.

Whether on business or pleasure, you can find the perfect car rental for your trip. We’ll make sure you’re on your way as soon as possible too. Browse our collection of vehicles online to find the perfect car for you.

Driving in and around Marseille

Driving in and around Marseille

Renting a car is one of the best ways to get around and explore this beautiful part of Provence. Our pick-up point at Marseille-Provence Airport is just 25km north-west of the city, via the A55 or A7 freeways and highways (autoroutes).

Driving in the centre of Marseille is generally straightforward, thanks to the efficient road network and tunnels that connect the old port area with the main freeways and highways. A tunnel also links the north side of the port with the south side, so getting across the city centre is easy. Marseille is busy though, and its roads can be congested during rush hour – try to plan your journeys and leave plenty of time for travel.

When it comes to parking, it’s best to use one of the many large lots and underground garages in the city centre and around the Vieux Port area. Marseille has many narrow one-way streets to preserve its ancient heritage, so on-street parking can be difficult.

Getting out of Marseille is easy. The A50 heads south-east to the lovely seaside town of Cassis, 55km from the city centre, while the D9 takes you to elegant Aix-en-Provence, some 27km north-east.

What about the rules of the road? You’ll drive on the right-hand side in France, as with most of mainland Europe. The main freeways are called autoroutes and the speed limit is 130km/h (110km/h when wet). These are toll roads, indicated by blue signs and marked ‘Péage’. Pay with cash or card (Visa/Mastercard). Two-lane highways are indicated by green road signs with a speed limit of 110km/h (100km/h when wet). The speed limit on main single carriageway roads is 80km/h (70km/h when wet) and 50km/h in built-up areas. Be aware that speed cameras are in operation on many French roads.

A quick guide to Marseille

A quick guide to Marseille
Marseille rewards time spent soaking up its unique atmosphere – rich in culture and history. But also try to explore the fascinating and beautiful coastline of West Provence.

Watch the city at work

Start your day in the Vieux Port (Old Port) area, the city’s pulsating heart and its historic centre. Arrive early to watch the local fishermen land the day’s catch for the morning fish market on the Quai des Belges as you sip your morning espresso at one of the quayside cafés. Afterwards step back through the centuries at the superb Musée des Civilisations de l'Europe et de la Méditerranée (MuCEM), which charts the history of European and Mediterranean society through the ages up to modern times.

Sample the famous fish stew

Marseille is famous for its seafood. Chez Madie Les Galinettes, in the Vieux Port, is an excellent place to sample the city’s signature dish, bouillabaisse. This world-renowned fish stew is served in two stages: the stock is eaten first as a soup, followed by a five-fish stew. It’s an absolute must for fish and seafood lovers.

Explore the beautiful basilica

The city’s most popular sight is the iconic church of Notre-Dame de la Garde. Built in the 19th century, this Romano-Byzantine church gazes protectively over Marseille from the south side of the old port at the city’s highest point. Awesomely beautiful, it is topped by a 10-metre gold leaf statue and is visible from everywhere in the city.

Explore the city of Cézanne

The university city of Aix-en-Provence, once home to the artist Paul Cézanne, is one of France’s cultural highlights. The elegant, tree-lined Cours Mirabeau is among the most impressive boulevards in southern France – well worth a stroll. Lose yourself in the medieval-Renaissance Old Town, then explore the remarkable Mazarin quarter, a grid of handsome 17th- and 18th-century townhouses. Aix also boasts excellent shopping, most notably the clutch of designer boutiques on Rue Granet.

Explore the spectacular Calanques by boat

The charming seaside town of Cassis is a world away from the bustle and noise of Marseille. This picturesque fishing port is fronted by pastel-coloured buildings and sidewalk cafés and restaurants and overlooked by an ancient chateau. Cassis is the main departure point for a boat trip to the famous Calanques – limestone cliffs and creeks of dazzling aquamarine water that stretch for 30km to the west of the town. Perhaps unsurprisingly, it’s among the most dramatic coastline on the French Mediterranean. Buy tickets at one of the booths on Quai Saint-Pierre.

With car rental from Marseille Airport you can explore more of this stunning, historic city and the best of West Provence.