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Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of Marseille. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore le Cours Julien where you’ll experience a different Marseille, like a local with a local by your side!

Destination

Marseille, France

Category

City Highlight Tours

Duration

2.5 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

العربية, English, Français

Included

• Private guide
• all Withlocals tours are carbon neutral

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 4 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at At the entrance of Il Caffé - Marseille to start your journey

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2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. Off the Beaten Track

   Done with the main highlights of Marseille? Check out le Cours Julien. Explore a lesser-known part of the city that will give you a more authentic feel of Marseille. Check out stencil art of C215, murals of M. Chat and more!

4. The Real Deal

   Let a local expert in the area you’ll visit show you their Marseille from a different perspective - away from the tourist traps. See street art, cultural hot spots, local vendors, hangout spots, and historical gems, and embrace the vibe!

5. Personalized Recommendations

   Want to explore more of the area after the tour? Your host is happy to recommend their favorite eateries and where to take a break while wandering in this vibrant area

6. Unique Plan

   Depending on your host, this tour will be experienced based on their knowledge, passion, and expertise. Pick a host that matches your interests and see their city through their eyes!

7. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Cosette

(About local Paul)

23 March 2024

Unknown

(About local Paul)

23 March 2024

We had a art street tour with Paul, and he was very helpful in explaining us about the history of the street art, while also being super engaging. He also took us to some food spots, the local markets, and many of his favorite streets which was filled was art, which we enjoyed. Super informative throughout the tour, l highly recommend booking with Paul! Amazing

David🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Naguib)

6 October 2023

This was a delightful tour showing both street art and the hidden gems. Well worth the experience.See the hidden side of Marseille

Arnd🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Naguib)

6 September 2023

Mit Naguib hatten wir einen kenntnisreichen und sympathischen Guide für die Tour zu den Streetart Highlights, der uns auch gut die Hintergründe für die Migranten-Aktionen in Marseille dargestellt hat. Einziges Handycap war der Treffpunkt für die Tour: den Cour Julien gibt es sowohl als Straße als auch als Platz... Ein kurzweiliger Trip

arne🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Naguib)

18 June 2023

We thank Naguib for a really exciting tour through Marseille street art. He is a nice guy and we felt he’s really burning for what he’s doing. For us - being completely novices - an absolutely great introduction into street art. We certainly wouldn’t have experienced these side of the city without his knowledge. We absolutely recommend his tour! Great insights to Marseille street art

BJ🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

13 June 2023

My husband, 22 year old daughter and I met Iseult for a Street Art tour in Marseille. The 3 of us making a tricky group, husband has lots of questions, daughter doesn’t like to walk much, so the story goes! Iseult was warm, welcoming and flexibility from the start. She did a great job of engaging us in tour, asking us questions, proving our thoughts and opinions about what we’re were seeing, learning. We weren’t in “listen” mode for 2 hours. My daughter even forgot she was walking around for 2 hours! She was knowledge about the topic, and candid when she didn’t have a specific answer to our question which I really appreciated. No one can no everything about a dynamic, ever changing art form like street art, graffiti. At the end of the tour she helped us find a great lunch spot and gave us other helpful recommendations. We would book her again! Fun time had by all!

Wolfram🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Naguib)

3 June 2023

Naguib hat uns einen sehr kompetenten Überblick über die lokale Streetart und auch über Kultur und Geschichte von Marseille gegeben. Nicht zu vergessen der coole T-Shirt Shop der uns durch den Regen gebracht hat. Vielen Dank Naguib!Tolle Einblicke in die lokale Streetart

Sujata🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Naguib)

26 May 2023

We had a fantastic tour - Naguib was well- informed, considered guide who showed us around places that we probably wouldn’t have gone to. He really brought it to life for us and was able to explain the art to complete novices. Would certainly recommend to anyone who is in Marseille Brilliant experience - loved it

Ulf

(About local Anthony )

25 February 2025

Thank's Anthony for a very interesting day in this city and it's exciting history. Anthony has full knowledge of facts and views and guided us through the cities highlites and some extraordinary stories on the way. We can really recommend this tour and Anyhony as an interesting person.From greeks to 12th batallion

Elisa🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Christophe)

22 January 2025

We booked a tour of Marseille in January with Christophe, with my mother and sister. Christophe is a wonderfully interesting, knowledgeable and kind guide. I had told him in advance that my family was celebrating two birthdays, and he included in our tour a quick stop for my mother and sister to blow their birthday candles and enjoy a local madeleine! For a fun, fascinating tour and gorgeous views of Marseille, go with Christophe. Merci pour tout!Incredible Christophe

Robi🇫🇷 France

(About local Iseult)

16 January 2025

Exploring Marseille with Iseult was unforgettable. Her passion for the city’s history and culture was contagious, and she brought every spot to life with her stories. It felt like discovering the city with a close friend. By the end, I’d fallen in love with Marseille and gained a wonderful new friendship. Thank you, Iseult!Highly recommended

Tracy🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Paul)

8 January 2025

The tour with Paul was excellent. As promised, he took us to “hidden gems” in Marseille that we would never have found. The cafe we stopped for a snack was delicious. His knowledge of the history was the perfect amount. As I walk with a cane, he walked at our pace, no rushing. He was upbeat, on time and very sociable. Prior to going, I communicated with him through the App and he always responded in a timely fashion. I would definitely recommend Paul as your guide through Marseille.December 30 2024

Kate🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

2 January 2025

diane🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Paul)

16 November 2024

Our tour « Highlights & Hidden Gems of Marseille » with Paul was fantastic! What a beautiful city and what a knowledge bel and thoughtful tour guide. Paul took us to Marseille’s many different quarters and gave us a taste of the various local and multicultural aspects of life you can expect to experience in marseille. All this while organizing/modifying our itinarery as he saw it fit. We really loved our visit to the old port, Noailles and le Panier. Paul brought them to life. He clearly loves what he does and he loves Marseille too! We left regretting that we did not have more time to spend in this wonderful city. This was an excursion we did while cruising. We took the Marseille’s city free shuttle and it worked for us. 10 min walk from ship to the shuttle 15 min on the bus another 15 minute walk to the old port. Straight forward and easy.

Kurush

(About local Iseult)

28 October 2024

Iseult is a great guide to Marseiles. Knowledgable and helpful. Kind and considerate A great guide

j9arino🇺🇸 United States

(About local Paul)

25 October 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our time with Paul. Not only is he sweet, but he is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about Marseille. He took us to his favorite spots and heated our tour to whatever we wanted to do. We enjoyed checking out the street art with him Wonderful tour

Ray🇺🇸 United States

(About local Naguib)

22 October 2024

Naguib is a graduate student, and he provided a wonderful tour of the Au Panier district. He also took us to Basilica of Notre-Dame-of-la-Garde and gave us a small taste of the more commercial part of Marseille. He spent much more time with us than he was obligated. In Au Panier, the restaurant and food establishment owners/staff were all very happy to see him. and the food in every place was outstanding. Definitely use Naguib if you want to get a great feel for the old Marseille.Passionate About Au Panier

David🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Iseult)

17 October 2024

Iseult took us on a most enjoyable walk around old Marseille. We had visited the city previously and although we revisited some sights on the walk she added context that we didn't receive before. He knowledge of the history and events that have shaped Marseille was excellent and the three hours flew by.An enjoyable three hours

Patricia🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

11 October 2024

We enjoyed our walking tour with Iseult very much. We learned about the gems of Marseille - visited the key areas of the city and learned about its great history. We appreciated Iseult’s flexibility allowing us to make some changes in the itinerary and include Notre Dame de la Garde ! Nice memories and a very positive view of Marseille insight into Marseille - past and present

Joel

(About local Naguib)

10 October 2024

Followup to Naguib’s comments: Naguib, I ‘m sorry you disagree with my review, but the facts are the facts. You should NEVER change the nature of the tour without asking or talking to the clients. We knew exactly what we signed up for. The following week on a group tour, I walked from the bottom of Sacre Cour to the top. Additionally you made up various excuses for the change. You NEVER cancel a tour, (for any reason) , without contacting the clients and telling them. I’m glad others had good experiences with you, but I was rating OUR experience, not theirs. I stick by my original comments, but do not intend to have any further conversation on the subject. Diappointing Tour with Naguib

Ranjan🇸🇬 Singapore

(About local Iseult)

6 October 2024

It was an absolute please walking around Marsielle with Iseult. She took me to some amazing spots in the city where O could make fantastic frames. Was more of a recce visit for me and will be back for sure. I recommend her very highly. She knows how to see the city like a local and you will love it.Enjoyed every minute

georgina🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

(About local Iseult)

1 October 2024

She was always willing to "tweak" the experience to our needs. We enjoyed her personality and dedicationKnoleadgeable & Local indeed

Stuart🇺🇸 United States

(About local Paul)

21 September 2024

Paul provided a very pleasant tour around Marsailles. He had great energy and knowledge. Would recommend !Great tour and energy

Kecia🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Anthony )

16 September 2024

We had such an awesome experience with Anthony. We got to see a great deal of Marseille as well as some hidden treasures. We also got to understand the culture as well as the history. Definitely recommended!Fantastique!

Wenny🇺🇸 United States

(About local Naguib)

3 September 2024

Naguib is an excellent guide! Not only was he knowledgeable and engaging in sharing the layered histories and neighborhoods of Marseille, but he was also considerate and fun. My friend and I were only in town for two days, and he adapted the tour to ensure we had a full experience of the city. We appreciated his humor and hope to come back to Marseille!Incredible Experience!

Phoebe🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

23 August 2024

My friends and I had a wonderful time with Iseult! I definitely recommend her, especially if you have a group of younger adults. We are young travelers, and Iseult catered the tour to go to places and shops younger people would like while still experiencing the culture of the city. She is very fun to be around and also knowledgable about the city! I'd especially like to recommend her because she gave us advice on how to stay safe in the city. My friends and I are young and inexperienced travelers so we try to be extra careful, and had heard to be wary of Marseille at night. She gave us all the right advice and told us to contact her if we ran into issues. There are a million good things to say about her!Iseult is wonderful!

Genna🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

23 August 2024

Iseult is a wonderful human. Let me say first we arrived 45 minutes late bc we came from a cruise ship, Iseult was patient with us while we found the meet up location and didn’t want us to stress over making her wait. Iseult was extremely passionate about the history of Marseille and led a story book experience through the gems of the city from her local perspective. From the panoramic views of the port, to the world reknown intimate pebble streets, and artisan soap shops, we could not have asked for a better tour guide to reveal the beautiful city of Marseille. You must book with Iseult if you want to make the best of your time and enjoy the magic of Marseille. Magic of Marseille

Melissa🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

14 August 2024

Thank you Iseult for a fun day in Marseille! We enjoyed the introduction to your city, and loved the food stops along the way. Fantastic day

Robert🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

9 August 2024

A great way to experience the local cuisine and learn about Marseilles. All the purveyors we visited with gave us a warm welcome thanks to Iseult. She customized based on our requests and we had a thoroughly delicious time. Highly recommended. Superb Culinary and Cultural Tour

Erin 🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Iseult)

7 August 2024

We enjoyed a wonderful walking tour of Marseilles with Iseult. She showed us the old city and we learned so much about the history of this beautiful city. We sampled some local dishes including mussels, cheeses, bread and of course patisserie and ice cream. Iseult tailored the tastings to our tastes and everything was delicious. It was a very hot day and Iseult was very thoughtful in choosing a route that afforded us the most shade on our walk. Every stop was an easy walk from the centre of the city. Highly recommended.Fantastic tour

afreen🇺🇸 United States

(About local Naguib)

2 August 2024

This was an absolutely wonderful tour. Not only did we try some amazing food, but Naguib was very knowledgeable about the city itself. It was nice to listen to the rich revolutionary history of Marseille while we walked and ate. We had no idea about the rich history of this lovely city. I only wish it hadn't been such a sweltering hot day so that we could have enjoyed being outside even more, but that cannot be helped. We really enjoyed our time with Naguib and are so happy that we booked this tour.Perfect day exploring the city

Sascha🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

25 July 2024

Iseult met us on time at the discussed spot. She provided a wonderful overview of the city. The food stops were unique and fun and provided a lovely insight into local culture. We had a great time!Fantastic day in Marseille

Marty🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

17 July 2024

Had a great tour of Marseille with Iseult. Started at the Mucem and Fort complex and continued around the city and its highlights and ending at a spectacular restaurant that she recommended around the Old Port. Her stories were quite engaging and interesting, from the old to the new, and she had a deep knowledge of all things Marseille. It was a most enjoyable and worthwhile tour. Highly recommend. Great Marseille Tour!

Pamela🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

17 July 2024

Our morning with Iseult in Marseille was outstanding! Iseult was very knowledgeable and personable. She gave us so much information on the history of Marseille, socially, politically and its architecture. She was fun and took us to see many beautiful places and vistas of the city. She also gave us restaurant recommendations that we followed up on and were very satisfied with. I would definitely take a tour with With Locals and Iseult again. Excellent guide, excellent tour

Miranda🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

15 July 2024

My group of 4 spent 3 hours walking about the beautiful town of Marseille with Iseult. She is very knowledgeable of the area. She took us to some great spots and is super friendly. I would highly recommend a tour with Iseult!Wonderful day in Marseille with Iseult

Lachlan🇺🇸 United States

(About local Jean-Marc)

13 July 2024

Jean-Marc is friendly, funny and most importantly, incredibly knowledgeable about his surroundings and all that makes up the special qualities of Marseille. Even in the short period we had, I learned an amazing amount about the culture, the history, the food and the vibe. As one who doesn’t speak a bit of French, Jean-Marc made me feel comfortable in my surroundings as well as confident. He made my time in Marseille a great one.Truly See The Best Of Marseille

Sharon🇺🇸 United States

(About local Naguib)

2 July 2024

Naguib is the best ambassador for your visit to Marseille. He is so knowledgeable and is passionate about the city, its history and its place in modern times. He is patient, flexible, and tireless. One of the best travel guides we have ever had. He became our companion as we discovered this marvelous city. Marseille is Marvelous with Naguib

Oliver🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Iseult)

26 June 2024

Iseult nous a fait un excellent parcours et nous avons profité de ses très bonnes connaissances et explications. Nous pouvons que recommander d’explorer Marseille avec Iseult!Très bonnes expérience!

Natalie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

25 June 2024

Our family had a wonderful time touring Marseille! Iseult is very knowledgeable, fun and personable! Our custom tour was more than what we expected! We love the city thanks to our amazing guide - highly recommend! Fun and personable

Kathleen🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

10 June 2024

Iseult was fabulous!She made sure we had all the details to meet her and tried to focus on our area of interests throughout the day. She was so personable and made us appreciate the city she calls home .Additionally she followed up after the tour with some questions we had about restaurants. Highly recommend a tour with her!!Fun visit with Iseult in Marseille

Sofia🇺🇸 United States

(About local Iseult)

8 June 2024

Iseult is wonderful. Takes you spots that you can probably not think of trying on your own and tries to make sure you maximize your experience

elschaal

(About local Anthony )

6 June 2024

My husband and I recently had a tour with Anthony in Marseille. He was exceptional and so knowledgeable. He was extremely thorough and personable. we felt so comfortable walking all over Marseille with him. He is very astute on local events which helps because he was aware of current events, that we were not aware of. It was wonderful getting to know him and meet a new friend! If in Marseille, Anthony is the guide you want, and I promise you will not be disappointed.Marseille Must Do

STEPHANE🇫🇷 France

(About local Iseult)

6 June 2024

Première expérience avec WithLocals... rien à redire. Nous avons découvert un Marseille inconnu et pourtant si proche. Avec Iseult, notre visite c'était l'alliance des récits historiques, les détails sur l'architecture, des petites places cachées, les bonnes adresses culinaires, du soleil, les rues "privatisées", et son sourire ont fait de notre visite un souvenir inoubliable. Merci!!Iseult et Marseille... le combo gagnant !

Mary🇺🇸 United States

(About local Naguib)

1 June 2024

Naguib was wonderful. He is knowledgeable, easy going and fun. Hearing his perspectives on Marseille, learning a little about the nearby neighborhoods, having the chance to taste delicious food and see some of the amazing street art were a wonderful start to our visit and increased our appreciation of Marseille. We highly recommend him as a guide.Marseille street art and food tour

Peter

(About local Iseult)

21 May 2024

Iseult was awesome from the very start!….helpful, accommodating and professional….she is an absolute pillar of historic knowledge…fun facts and guidance in the navigation of such a diverse and eclectic city! We asked for a foodie tour and she delivered above and beyond! We had trouble booking our bouillabaisse experience at Chez Michel from the uk…. No problem…. Iseuit stepped in and sorted it….. the best experience…shame she wasn’t there with us!…. This girl knows her stuff……. She makes me want to buy a place in Marseille, marry a local girl and stay for ever!Mesmerising Marseille

Stephanie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Naguib)

17 May 2024

We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Naguib walking through Le Panier and Noailles! He is very knowledgeable about both the history of Marseille and the current social environment. He’s welcoming and accommodating and introduced us to areas and treats we definitely would have missed on our own. My husband and I can’t recommend him enough. Next time we are here we hope he’s available!Best Afternoon in Marseille

Corinna🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Naguib)

17 April 2024

We had a very interesting morning with Naguib who made the effort to do the tour in French and English to accommodate all family members. He knows a lot and showed us some well hidden spots and gave if ideas for things to do after the tour. He was very flexible when we arrived a bit late due to traffic and changed the meeting point quickly near to our parking.Very flexible and knowledgeable

Meredith

(About local Christophe)

31 March 2024

He was so wonderful and friendly and helpful in so many ways. We couldn’t ask for a better guide, and he took care of all of us better than our own family would. Always smiling and checking on us every minute . He was excellent!! Would recommend him highly to anyone. 😀 Outstanding Guide

Annkatrin

(About local Anthony )

24 February 2024

Anthony made sure we got a colorful picture of Marseille- even though it rained on and off during our tour. He took into consideration our wishes and expectations. Though we had quite a few different areas of interest, he managed to make the trip enjoyable for all of us. We would recommend him very much!A rainy day with a sunny guide

Cesar 🇲🇽 Mexico

(About local Iseult)

13 January 2024

Llegamos en crucero a Marsella mi esposa, mi hija y yo. Al llegar nos encontramos con nuestra guía Iseult nos llevó a lugares increíbles de Marsella, ella está muy bien preparada sobre la historia de Marsella, sus recomendaciones sobre lugares para comer deliciosos. Excelente atención y servicio. Nuestra primera vez en Marsella