Bouches-du-Rhone places to visit and attractions
Below you can explore some of the most popular highlights and places of interest in the Bouches-du-Rhone department of Provence. See also our Bouches-du-Rhone travel guide
Aix-en-Provence
The vibrant town of Aix-en-Provence is a traditional Provence town, with many museums and sites of interest, and a very leasant town to visit See guide
Arles
The roman amphitheatre and the traditional pastel-painted houses in the historic centre make Arles a very pleasant town to explore See guide
Aubagne
The small market town of Aubagne is best known for its association with Marcel Pagnol, the famous French author See guide
Baux-de-Provence
The village of Baux-de-Provence is small but exceptionally picturesque, and has beautiful views across the Provencal countryside. Unmissable! See guide
Calanques at Marseille
The white cliffs of the Calanques de Marseille plunging into the deep blue sea make it one of our favourite coastlines in France See guide
Camargue
The Camargue region of marhes, with flamingoes and semi-wild horses and an unusual natural environment, make it very popular with nature lovers See guide
Carrières de Lumières in Baux-de-Provence
The Carrieres de Lumieres is a sound and light spectacle based around famous artists works, in the village of Les Baux-de-Provence See guide
Carry-le-Rouet
Slightly outside the main Riviera, the beaches and coastal paths of Carry-le-Rouet are very popular due to their proximity to Marseille See guide
Cassis
The harbour area of Cassis, its beach and proximity to the Calanques de Marseille all help ensure the popularity of Cassis See guide
Chateau de Tarascon
The Chateau de Tarascon is an imposing 15th century castle on the banks of the Rhone See guide
Château des Baux-de-Provence
The Château des Baux-de-Provence is a remarkable ruined castle above the village of Les Baux-de-Provence, with amazing views across the Alpilles See guide
Fontvieille
This town near Arles has a small historic centre to explore when you are passing See guide
La Ciotat
The attractive harbour and numerous chapels in the old town are the main attraction in La Ciotat See guide
Marseille
Marseille is perhaps not a tourist town but is one of the most vibrant and exciting port towns in France See guide
Martigues
The harbour area and quaint fishermen cottages is the principal attraction in the large town of Martigues See guide
Roman Arles
The town of Arles contains numerous Roman monuments including the famous amphitheatre See guide
Route des Cretes
The Route des Cretes between Cassis and La Ciotat is a beautiful route in Provence along the highest sea cliffs in France See guide
Saint-Remy-de-Provence
The historic monuments here are a testament to St-Remy-de-Provence's claim to be one of the oldest towns in France, and the time that Van Gogh spent here is also celebrated See guide
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
On the edge of the Camargue region, Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer is a very pleasant coast town well known for its gypsy festival See guide
Salon-de-Provence
The castle and Collegiale church of Saint-Laurent are among the principal places of interest in Salon-de-Provence See guide
Tarascon
Tarascon is a pleasant town with a substantial castle on the Rhone river, well placed for exploring the region around Arles and Avignon See guideFor more information see the Bouches-du-Rhone guide
Market towns & days in Bouches-du-Rhone
all markets in morning unless otherwise stated
Aix-en-Provence: every day except Sunday
Allauch: Wednesday
Arles: Wednesday & Tuesday & Saturday & Friday
Aubagne: Tuesday & Thursday & Sunday & Saturday & Friday
Auriol: Thursday & Saturday
Berre-l'Etang: Thursday & Sunday
Bouc-Bel-Air: Sunday
Carnoux-en-Provence: Thursday & Saturday
Carry-le-Rouet: Tuesday & Friday
Cassis: Wednesday & Friday
Chateauneuf-les-Martigues: Friday
Chateaurenard: Sunday
Eygalieres: Friday
Eyguieres: Tuesday
Fontvieille: Monday & Friday
Fos-sur-Mer: Wednesday & Saturday
Fuveau: Thursday & Monday
Gardanne: Wednesday & Sunday & Friday
Istres: Tuesday & Friday
Jouques: Sunday
La Ciotat: Tuesday & Sunday
Lambesc: Friday
Mallemort: Friday
Marignane: Tuesday & Thursday & Saturday
Marseille: every day
Martigues: Wednesday & Sunday & Saturday
Tourist attractions to visit in Bouches-du-Rhone
The following sites have received official "tourist classifications"...
Zoo or wildlife park
Zoo de La Barben
Theme Park
OK Corral
Sites of Natural Beauty
Cap Canaille
Parc du Mugel
Secteur Sauvegardé (protected historical town centre)
Aix-en-Provence: See tourist guide
Arles: See tourist guide
Listed 'Remarkable Gardens'
Jardin aquatique « Aux fleurs de l'eau
Jardin d'Albertas
Jardin d'Eguilles
Jardin de l'Alchimiste
Jardin de la Magalone
Parc Borély
Parc du 26e Centenaire
Parc Longchamp
Parc municipal du Mugel
Religious Monuments
Abbaye de Silvacane (La Roque-d'Antheron)
Abbaye Notre Dame de Montmajour (Arles)
Eglise et cloitres de Saint Trophime, Eglise de Saint-Honorat des Alycamps (Arles)
Towns classified as Recommended Detours
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer: See tourist guide
National Monuments
Chateau d'If
Glanum
Montmajour Abbey
Villages classified as "most beautiful villages"
Baux-de-Provence: See tourist guide
UNESCO world heritage sites
Arles église St Honorat (monuments on French pilgrim routes): See tourist guide
Roman Arles: See tourist guide