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Escape the city - the best outdoor places to visit

Outdoor Activities

Fun things to do that are worth your time

Attractions

Shopping

Learn about historic sites and special architecture 

Iconic Buildings

Discover what makes this city so unique

Culturally Curious

For the art lovers - everything from museums, galleries to street art 

Electric Bike Tour to the Calanques from Marseille

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Marseille Electric Bike Tour

Book experiences that make your trip unique 

Bestsellers: Memorable Experiences

Culture & Arts

Food

Adventure

Education

Drink

Transport

From castles to cathedrals, read on to discover the best that the majestic city of Marseille has to offer – perfect for Francophiles.

Europe

France

Marseille

The Top 10 Things To Do and See in Marseille, France

Read our guide on the 20 best unmissable attractions to see in Marseille, including the architecture, the beaches, the art and the islands.

20 Unmissable Attractions in Marseille

Marseille is a good base from which to explore nearby national wonders or provençal towns either by bus, train or car.

The Best Day Trips to Take From Marseille

Read about Marseille’s best hotels, from two-star city sophistication to those with three-Michelin-star restaurants on the side of the Med.

The 9 Best Hotels in Marseille, France

Discover the most romantic places in Marseille – with a coastline to die for and some fantastic buildings as a backdrop, this is the place for love.

The Most Romantic Places In Marseille, France

Insider Travel Guides

Things to do

Food & Drink

Places to stay

Dakar’s restaurant scene has something for everyone. From freshly caught fish on the ocean’s edge to impeccable steaks in the heart of downtown. Here’s our pick of the best.

Africa

Senegal

Dakar

The Best Restaurants in Dakar, Senegal

Discover the best places to visit and the best ways in which to get to Senegal’s southern region of Casamance.

The Best Places To Visit in Casamance, Senegal

Discover the wild charm of Senegal's most remote region in the south-east, 700km from the bustling capital of Dakar.

Kédougou: Exploring Senegal’s Southeastern Region

This is Culture Trip’s guide to Dakar’s best markets – sprawling, jumbled centres of organised chaos.

Explore the Best Markets in Dakar

Dakar's incredible history and exciting future are embodied by its most famous buildings - here are ten of the best. 

A Tour of Dakar, Senegal in 10 Famous Buildings

From pink lakes and golden beaches, to stunning mosques and captivating islands, Dakar is not your usual capital city. 

The Top 10 Things To Do in Dakar

Wolof is the most commonly spoken language in Senegal. The go-to tongue for most Senegalese as they go about their every day lives, knowing some key Wolof phrases will enhance your travel experience. 

21 Essential Wolof Phrases You’ll Need in Senegal

Culture Trip explores why fishing in Senegal is not just a way of life, but a major source of food, revenue and pride.

Fishing, the Lifeblood of Senegal

Dakar is filled with striking monuments, including the tallest statue in Africa. We look at the history of Dakar's memorials and where to find them.

Dakar's Most Striking Monuments

If you want year-round sun, then Senegal should be at the top of your list. Discover the best time to go and get tips and tricks for your stay. 

When’s the Best Time of Year to Visit Senegal?

The epicentre of West African art, Dakar boasts a wide array of distinctive galleries and cultural centres, each hosting eclectic exhibitions throughout the year. Here are some of the best galleries in the city.

The Best Art Galleries in Dakar, Senegal

Take a look at the best places to watch the beautiful game in sport-obsessed Dakar.

The Best Places To Watch Sport in Dakar, Senegal

From wide open esplanades and private villas to ancient French forts and former slave houses, Dakar's enlightening museums are found across the city in a wide range of spaces. Here are 10 you must visit.  

10 Museums You Must Visit in Dakar, Senegal

The Wolof people are the dominant ethnic group in Senegal - read on to discover their journey, and the culture and traditions that are now a key part of daily life. 

An Introduction to Senegal’s Wolof People

Blending French, North African and local techniques with a wide array of local ingredients and flavours, traditional Senegalese cuisine is a unique taste experience. Here are a few dishes that every visitor must try. 

7 Dishes You Can’t Leave Senegal Without Trying

Discover the best things to see and do in Marseille, France including museums, parks, and architecture, as well as hidden delights, and seasonal events. Let Culture Trip be your guide.

Bestsellers: Memorable Experiences

Book experiences that make your trip unique

Outdoor Activities

Escape the city - the best outdoor places to visit

See & Do

Why You Should Get Lost in This Fishing Village in Marseille

See & Do

The Prettiest Parks in Marseille

Attractions

Fun things to do that are worth your time

See & Do

10 Things To Do In The Old Port Of Marseille, France

See & Do

The Top Things To Do And See In Panier, Marseille

Shopping

Fashion

10 Top Flea Markets and Thrift Stores in Marseille

Books

The Best Independent Bookstores in Marseille

See & Do

Marseille’s Coolest Boutiques And Design Shops

See & Do

Places to Buy Souvenirs in Marseille

Books

Top 10 Independent Bookstores in Provence

Iconic Buildings

Learn about historic sites and special architecture

Architecture

Marseille's Most Beautiful Buildings

Architecture

A Brutalist Architecture Tour of Marseille, France

See & Do

Five Must-See Ancient Sites in Marseille

Tech

How Marseille is Innovating the Meaning of "Workspace"

See & Do

History of Notre-Dame de la Garde in 60 Seconds

See & Do

The Most Magnificent Churches in Marseille

Culturally Curious

Discover what makes this city so unique

See & Do

The Best Museums in Marseille You Should Visit

Art

Marseille's Most Notable Art Galleries

Art

For the art lovers - everything from museums, galleries to street art

Art

The Best Contemporary Art Galleries In Marseille

Art

Marseille's Must-Visit Contemporary Art Galleries