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Best Time to Visit

Marseille

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Best Time to Visit

Most people choose July and August for their stay in Marseille and Provence, due to the pleasant — although sometimes very hot — weather, which allows for beautiful days at the beach. However, visiting in May or June can be a great idea as well: the city will be less crowded and the temperature nicer, spring at its best. Provence's famous lavender fields are in bloom from June to August.

Tourist Information

Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) Copyright: Juan Garces
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Marseille Provence Airport is located 30 kilometres from the town centre. You can take the train to reach the city centre, and the journey takes approximately half an hour. There are also shuttle buses that run between the airport and Marseille’s train station, Gare Saint Charles. From the train station you can easily reach other …
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Passport / Visa
France can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of most European countries, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your …
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Best Time to Visit
Most people choose July and August for their stay in Marseille and Provence, due to the pleasant — although sometimes very hot — weather, which allows for beautiful days at the beach. However, visiting in May or June can be a great idea as well: the city will be less crowded and the temperature …
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Public Transport Copyright: Pierre-Luc Auclair
Public Transport
The best way to get around in Marseille is by using the very efficient metro system which runs between 6 am and 9 pm. With two lines, it is part of a wider Marseille public transport network (RTM) that includes buses (which run later). The public transport network consists of the metro, buses, trams, …
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Taxi
Remember that you will be charged for suitcases, unless it is hand luggage, when you order a taxi. There are 98 taxi stations in Marseille, 31 of which can be phoned. Taxi Radio Marseille has a great …
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Post Copyright: Andy Fuchs
Post
Look for a yellow mailbox if you want to send a letter or …
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Pharmacy Copyright: Gemma Garner
Pharmacy
Pharmacies take turns to stay open around the …
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Electricity Copyright: Stirling Tschan
Electricity
230 V / …
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Telephone
Country code: +33 Area code: …
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