Marseille in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days based in Marseille lets you explore deeper Provence alongside the city. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Marseille — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

1Day 1: Old Port & basilica
2Day 2: Cassis & Calanques
3Day 3: Aix or Avignon
4Provençal evenings

Day 1: the city

Explore the Old Port, Le Panier, the basilica and the MuCEM.

Day 2: Cassis & Calanques

Visit the port of Cassis and cruise its stunning Calanques.

Day 3: Provence

Choose elegant Aix-en-Provence, or papal Avignon and its surroundings.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Marseille — prices per person.

Aix En Provence

ラベンダー1日ツアー in Sault From AIX-EN-PROVENCE

4.8(6)·6 時間

料金$99/ 人

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Marseille in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough to see Marseille?

Three days is ideal — the city and Calanques, a day in Cassis, and a third day in Aix-en-Provence or Avignon, exploring the best of Marseille and Provence.

What is the best day trip from Marseille for 3 days?

Cassis and its Calanques are the most scenic; Aix-en-Provence is the most elegant; and Avignon offers grand papal history — all easy from Marseille.

How do I plan a 3-day Marseille itinerary?

Spend day one in the city, day two in Cassis and the Calanques, and day three in Aix or Avignon, using the easy trains and tours across Provence.