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Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, Marseille

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#1 of 334 in Historic Sites in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur

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Climb up the hill for a beautiful view of the bay from Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, located at the highest natural point in Marseille. This Catholic basilica, showing Roman architectural influences, is the town's most prominent landmark. The church was built by the architect Henri-Jacques Espérandieu on a 149 m (490 ft) limestone outcrop on the south side of the old port. Seek out the great bell and silver statues of religious figures within the basilica. Planning Marseille trip won't be overwheling when you use's Insprock itinerary maker.

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By Marielle L On March 20, 2018

De l'esplanade nous avons une vue magnifique sur le vieux port. On peut se rendre facilement à pied à partir du port. more »

The Esplanade, we have a beautiful view on the old port. One can easily walk from the port.

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By Ninette d On March 20, 2018

Lieu sublime... Lorsque j'y suis montée avec ma fille par une somptueuse journée de septembre, l'air embaumait les pins, la mer... La vue sur tout ce bleu, cette verdure descendant vers la ville, l'ha... more »

Place sublime... When I'm up there with my daughter on a gorgeous day in September, the air smelled pine trees, the sea... The view on all this blue, this greenery down the city, perfect harmony... The beautiful interior Byzantine romano with the ex-votos of fishermen and sailors... I've lived that day under the gentle kindness of the good mother a rare moment of happiness perfect...

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By Michel-Danielle On March 20, 2018

Comment venir à Marseille sans monter à la "Bonne Mère " pèlerinage mais aussi vue magnifique malgré le fort vent froid on a beaucoup aimé more »

How to get to Marseille without getting the "good mother" pilgrimage, but also magnificent view despite the strong cold wind we liked a lot

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By Linda Roe On March 28, 2018

The view from Notre Dame de la Garde Church is stunning. The Church is the tallest point in the city and you can see forever or so it seems. Beautiful Church and a view you do not want to miss.

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By Nikola Spasojević On March 18, 2018

The church is beautifully decorated inside, so don't let the simple outside fool you. The view is amazing, and the terraces are big enough for all the turists. The access should be better.

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By Martin Davies On March 31, 2018

An amazing Church with fantastic views over Marseille. If you walk there you will appreciate it even more.

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By Lloyd D'rose On April 6, 2018

The church has a lot of history and filled with jaw breakinng scenic lookout view points and it's a place you can just get immesered pure beauty of the landscape. The basilica was a piligrim spot in France. The journey all the way to the top is quite interesting and exciting. Quickest way to get the top is by taking the bus No.60 from Old Port. There's a exclusive souvenir store and a restaurant adjoining it. You can see whole of Marseille from there and there are some special souvenir which you can get from the dispening machine. Just be careful it's a basilica and maintain discipline.

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By Monica Rivera On February 11, 2018

Beautiful building with nice views of Marseille. It is very easy to get there by public transportation. Watch out for the schedule and the way to get back.

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