Food Tour Marseille Local specialities only With a local

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About this activity

Discover the real taste of Marseille on this authentic small-group food tour led by a 100% local Marseille guide!

In just 3 hours, explore the city's most iconic neighborhoods while tasting around 10 traditional Marseille and Provençal specialties, carefully selected from local artisans and family traditions.

Starting at the famous Vieux-Port, you’ll be welcomed into Marseille’s way of life with the most famous appetizer of Marseille and the South of France before continuing your culinary journey through hidden gems, Mediterranean flavors, and authentic regional street food and products.

Enjoy a Provençal picnic moment with local delicacies, wines, tapenade, and sweet surprises, before ending in Le Panier, Marseille’s oldest neighborhood.

No tourist traps, no kebabs or burgers, only real Marseille, local stories, and unforgettable flavors.

Vegetarians are welcome!

Perfect for cruise passengers, short stays, or anyone wanting to experience Marseille like a local.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Benjamin

Ages: Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Alcoholic Beverages
Included: Lunch
Included: Brunch

Not included

Not included: Bottled water
Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

Le Vieux Port

20 min

Discover the “Vieux Port,” the heart of Marseille, where the tour begins. Throughout the tour, you'll explore the city center's iconic landmarks, with stops for street food and tastings of local foods and drinks.
Place aux Huiles

25 min

Discover this historic square, which has served many different purposes over the centuries. We’ll make our first stop here for a tasting and discover the most traditional aperitif of southern France and Marseille.
Opera Municipal de Marseille

20 min

A neighborhood steeped in history where you can sample regional specialties while taking in the charm of its streets.
La Canebiere

20 min

The city's most popular street, which connects many important cultural attractions in the city center.
Stop 5

20 min

We'll explore the ancient harbor and the street that runs along it—a street that has witnessed many historical events.
Hotel de Ville de Marseille

25 min

Here we'll stop to sample more local specialties and drinks, and you'll get to know “Notre Dame de la Garde,” Marseille's most important landmark.
Le Panier

20 min

Let's explore together the street art, street food, landmarks, and history of France's oldest neighborhood.
Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde

25 min

The tour ends at the foot of one of Europe's largest churches, in the city's most modern neighborhood.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

You will find your guide in front of the "Vieux-Port" metro exit, the one near the sea and the fish market. Your guide will be wearing a grey backpack and a blue lanyard.

End point

The tour ends near the shuttle buses back to the cruise ships and next to La Major Cathedral

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.