Here’s a detailed 7-day itinerary for exploring Marseille and its surroundings, including historical monuments, gardens, nature, shopping, and gastronomy, with recommendations for budget-friendly accommodation and dining options.

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### Day 1: Discovering the Old Port and Historic Center

- **06:00 - 08:00**: Breakfast at **La Canebière**, a local café with fresh products.
- **08:30 - 12:00**: Explore the **Old Port** and visit the **Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde** for a panoramic view of the city.
- **12:00 - 13:30**: Lunch at **Le Miramar**, known for its reasonably priced bouillabaisse.
- **14:00 - 16:00**: Stroll through the **Panier District**, the oldest neighborhood in Marseille, with its picturesque streets and artisan shops.
- **16:30 - 18:00**: Visit the **Museum of Marseille History**.
- **19:00 - 21:00**: Dinner at **Le Bistrot du Panier**, offering traditional cuisine at affordable prices.
- **21:30**: Return to accommodation.

### Day 2: Culture and Heritage

- **06:00 - 08:00**: Breakfast at **Le Pain Quotidien**.
- **08:30 - 12:00**: Visit the **Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations (MuCEM)** and the **Fort Saint-Jean**.
- **12:00 - 13:30**: Lunch at **La Table du Fort**, with Mediterranean cuisine at moderate prices.
- **14:00 - 16:00**: Discover the **Palais des Congrès** and the **Jardin des Vestiges**, an archaeological site in the city center.
- **16:30 - 18:00**: Walk in the **Parc Longchamp**, a large green space with a beautiful garden.
- **19:00 - 21:00**: Dinner at **Le Comptoir du Palais**, a restaurant with affordable prices.
- **21:30**: Return to accommodation.

 ### Day 3: Nature and Beaches

- **06:00 - 08:00**: Breakfast at **Les Petits Pains**.
- **08:30 - 12:00**: Excursion to the **Calanques of Marseille**, ideal for hiking and spectacular views.
- **12:00 - 13:30**: Lunch at **L’Estagnol**, a lakeside restaurant with a beautiful view.
- **14:00 - 16:00**: Relax at **Plage des Catalans**, one of the popular beaches in Marseille.
- **16:30 - 18:00**: Return to the city and visit **Parc Borely**.
- **19:00 - 21:00**: Dinner at **La Maison de la Bouillabaisse**.
- **21:30**: Return to accommodation.

### Day 4: Excursion to Aix-en-Provence

- **06:00 - 08:00**: Breakfast at the hotel.
- **08:30 - 12:00**: Depart for **Aix-en-Provence**. Visit the **Cours Mirabeau**, the **Place des Prêcheurs**, and the **Saint-Sauveur Cathedral**.
- **12:00 - 13:30**: Lunch at **Le Grillon**, a restaurant with affordable prices and Provençal cuisine.
- **14:00 - 16:00**: Explore the **Musée Granet** and the **Parc Jourdan**.
- **16:30 - 18:00**: Return to Marseille.
- **19:00 - 21:00**: Dinner at **La Maison de la Bouillabaisse**.
- **21:30**: Return to accommodation.

### Day 5: Discovery of the Frioul Islands

- **06:00 - 08:00**: Breakfast at **La Petite Table**.
- **08:30 - 12:00**: Excursion by boat to the **Frioul Islands**. Visit **Pomègues** and **Ratonneau**.
- **12:00 - 13:30**: Lunch at **Le Restaurant du Frioul**.
- **14:00 - 16:00**: Enjoy the beaches and hiking trails on the islands.
- **16:30 - 18:00**: Return to Marseille.
- **19:00 - 21:00**: Dinner at **La Table du Cours**.
- **21:30**: Return to accommodation.

 ### Day 6: Shopping and Relaxation

- **06:00 - 08:00**: Breakfast at **Le Boudoir**.
- **08:30 - 12:00**: Shopping at **Les Terrasses du Port** shopping center and explore the **Joliette District**.
- **12:00 - 13:30**: Lunch at **Le Midi à l’Heure**.
- **14:00 - 16:00**: Visit the **Parc des Créateurs**, a cultural and artistic space.
- **16:30 - 18:00**: Relax in the **Parc de la Major**.
- **19:00 - 21:00**: Dinner at **Le Chef en Ville**.
- **21:30**: Return to accommodation.

 ### Day 7: Final Cultural Exploration

- **06:00 - 08:00**: Breakfast at the hotel.
- **08:30 - 12:00**: Visit the **Museum of Fine Arts of Marseille** and the **Jardin du Palais des Congrès**.
- **12:00 - 13:30**: Lunch at **Le Palais de la Bouillabaisse**.
- **14:00 - 16:00**: Explore the **Old Port** and take a cruise in the Marseille bay if possible.
- **16:30 - 18:00**: Final stroll through **Parc des Calanques**.
- **19:00 - 21:00**: Farewell dinner at **Le Gourmet du Port**.
- **21:30**: Return to accommodation.

### Budget-Friendly Accommodation
- **Ibis Budget Marseille Vieux-Port** – Good value with simple but comfortable rooms.
- **Hotel Ibis Marseille Centre** – Located in the city center with affordable rates.

### Affordable Restaurants

- **Le Miramar** (Old Port)
- **Le Bistrot du Panier** (Panier)
- **Le Comptoir du Palais** (City Center)
- **Le Chandelier** (City Center)
- **La Maison de la Bouillabaisse** (Old Port)
- **Le Restaurant du Frioul** (Frioul Islands)
- **La Table du Cours** (City Center)
- **Le Chef en Ville** (City Center)
- **Le Palais de la Bouillabaisse** (Old Port)
- **Le Gourmet du Port** (Old Port)

This itinerary will allow you to explore Marseille and its surroundings in depth, balancing history, culture, nature, and gastronomy while keeping accommodation and dining options within budget. Enjoy your trip!

 

 

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