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Marseille Phocaean City Birth with an Actor Fun Guided Tour

New To The Site! Marseille, France

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Overview

Explore the historic and fascinating old town of Marseille on an immersive tour led by a professional actor guide. Discover the history of Marseille, and the story of those who made it. Marseille has been composed of multiple peoples in search of discovery, a fresh start, or refuge. It is a cultural patchwork, a mosaic of peoples, a true symbol of openness to the world. Your actor guide will bring the city and it's people - past and present - to life during this unique walking tour.

What's Included

  • Feel the heartbeat of Marseille in its lively streets, timeless stories, and proud diversity.
  • Uncover the city’s mosaic of cultures—shaped by sailors, exiles, dreamers, and survivors.
  • Explore the soul of France’s oldest city, where every corner whispers a different tale.
  • Hotel pick up/drop off
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Rue Henri Barbusse
13001 Marseille, France

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Promenade Robert Laffont
13002 Marseille, France

What To Expect

The Panier

Welcome to Massilia! "Come as you are," those who enter here in search of a fresh start. Your journey begins in the heart of the city, in the historic district of Le Panier.It is here, in the district of Le Panier, that Marseille was born in its first form, 600 years ago. Wander through the narrow streets, accompanied by the best guides imaginable, the founders of the city, Gyptis, or Protis themselves, both of whom know the many secrets of the city.2600 years ago, Protis, a Greek navigator in search of adventures, discovered pristine coves in the south of Gaul. There he met the charming and intriguing Gyptis, a young Gaulish woman. Their mutual and passionate love gave birth to the city now known as Marseille. From the union of these two characters, Massilia was born, a Greek colony founded by the Phocians who gave the city its nickname: the Phocaean city. Over the centuries, many have believed they could shape Marseille in their image, constrain it, make it something it was not.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Le Vieux Port

But Marseille resists all and assimilates, mixes, and enriches. It is this richness and mixture that you will discover by following Gyptis or Protis on this unusual visit. Marseille will be revealed to you at different times in its history: in the Middle Ages, under the 3rd empire, during the colonial period, under Nazi occupation...So many exciting episodes of the city's history that will be recounted during this theatrical stroll. The union of Gyptis and Protis is what symbolizes Marseille in all its splendor: love for the other, arms outstretched to the stranger, and a haven for the most unfortunate. This is what our Greco-Gaulish couple invites you to discover through a visit to the city's streets.From antiquity to the present day, traverse the time and space of this true mosaic of cultures and feel the spirit of this city that makes Marseille extraordinary.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Marseille Phocaean City Birth with an Actor Fun Guided Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Feel the heartbeat of Marseille in its lively streets, timeless stories, and proud diversity.
  • Uncover the city’s mosaic of cultures—shaped by sailors, exiles, dreamers, and survivors.
  • Explore the soul of France’s oldest city, where every corner whispers a different tale.
  • Enjoy an immersive 1.5 hour guided tour led by a professional actor-guide
  • Hotel pick up/drop off
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Free Cancellation

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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