The Marseille Boat Tour is a sea excursion aboard a traditional barquette marseillaise — the small, iconic boats of the Vieux-Port once used by local fishermen. It offers a simple, authentic and accessible way to experience the city from a different perspective.
- Accessible to everyone: families, locals, visitors and curious travelers
- Affordable: discounted group ticketing
- Simple: no sailing experience required — just step on board
| Included | 75-minute guided boat tour Captain & guide Small group experience Traditional electric boat |
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| Not included | Food & Drinks Water fountain is on the docks on summer time. |
| Duration | 75 Minutes |
| Participants | Outings are for small groups of between 2 and 12 people on average. We reserve the right, depending on the weather and the minimum number of people on board (4 people), to reschedule the time slot and to try our best not to cancel. |
| Important information | All boats are now equipped with electric propulsion, ensuring silent navigation with no vibrations or exhaust fumes. This choice respects the marine environment while offering a calm, relaxing and immersive experience, ideal for discovery, conversation and contemplation. |
Further information
An authentic sea tour aboard a traditional electric pointu boat, offering a unique way to discover Marseille from the water. A gentle, friendly and eco-responsible experience combining heritage, scenery and local stories.
For approximately one hour and fifteen minutes, you will cruise along the coastline departing from the Vieux-Port and admire Marseille from its most beautiful viewpoint: the sea. Along the way, you’ll enjoy views of the port’s façades, the MuCEM, Fort Saint-Jean, the Pharo Palace, and, weather permitting, as far as the Vallon des Auffes. On board, the atmosphere is friendly and relaxed.
The pace is gentle, the navigation quiet, creating the perfect setting for observation, conversation and discovery. The captain shares anecdotes, historical insights and little-known stories about Marseille’s coastline — all presented in an accessible and engaging way.
⭐ 5 Compelling Reasons to Book Your Tour
1. An authentic Marseille experience : Sail aboard traditional pointu boats — the iconic vessels of the Vieux-Port — and discover Marseille the way it was meant to be seen: from the sea.
2. The most beautiful viewpoint of the city : Enjoy uninterrupted views of Marseille’s coastline and landmarks without the crowds: the Vieux-Port, MuCEM, Fort Saint-Jean, the Pharo Palace and the Vallon des Auffes.
3. A gentle, friendly and accessible sea tour : Small groups, calm navigation and a relaxed atmosphere make this tour perfect for families, couples, visitors and locals alike.
4. Live storytelling by a passionate skipper : Discover local anecdotes, fishermen’s stories and Marseille’s maritime history, shared in an engaging and easy-to-understand way.
5. A strong ecological commitment : 100% electric boats, zero emissions, silent navigation and respect for the marine environment.
️ Tour Program (1h15)
- Welcome and boarding at the Vieux-Port
- Cruise inside the Vieux-Port: history, landmarks and maritime life
- Sailing along Marseille’s bay and coastline
- Guided commentary by the skipper: traditions, anecdotes and local stories
- Time to relax, observe and enjoy the scenery
- Return to the Vieux-Port and end of the tour
