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Seaside Kundalini Yoga above the Mediterranean

As the first light of morning kisses the Mediterranean, join me, a yoga teacher, in Malmousque for a transformative Kundalini Yoga session by the sea, inviting you to synchronize movement, breath, and sound with the rhythm of the waves. • Begin with a warm welcome and a moment to set personal intentions, followed by breathwork techniques and gentle warmup stretches that harmonize with the natural rhythm of the sea. • Transition and flow into a krill (core Kundalini sequence) featuring empowering postures designed to elevate your energy and cultivate inner balance. • Engage in a calming meditation that fosters inner peace and clarity, it can be an immersive chanting meditation. • Our session concludes with a deep Savasana and then a closing circle with herbal tea and light snacks. This soulful retreat within the city will leave you recharged, centered, and deeply connected to yourself and nature. If you wish, complete your journey with an invigorating morning dip in the Mediterranean.

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Learn the history of Tarot with rare decks and make your own

Journey through the fascinating world of Tarot de Marseille. You'll delve into the deck's intriguing history and discover its profound connection to the city of Marseille. Handle rare Tarot decks, learn traditional cardmaking techniques, and participate in a group reading. • Learn about the origins and evolution of Tarot in 15th-century Italy as a game for nobles before Tarot made its way to France. See historic decks from my collection and learn their stories. • Make your own Tarot card through a hands-on workshop, where you’ll design and print your Tarot card using the traditional stamping technique. • Participate in a group Tarot reading to witness how the Tarot de Marseille can offer insight, storytelling, and personal reflection. Learn ways to interpret the cards and explain their symbolism. You’ll leave with your own handcrafted Tarot card, recommendations for how to continue your Tarot journey, and a deeper appreciation for the history, artistry, and mystery of this practice.

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Explore Marseille’s coastline in a traditional fishing boat

Step aboard a restored authentic fishing boat to cruise along Marseille’s storied coastline, discovering hidden coves, timeworn traditions, and breathtaking seascapes along the way. • Meet at the Old Port, where Marseille’s seafaring legacy began. I’ll introduce you to the history of the barquette, a traditional vessel as much a part of this city as the sea itself. • Drop anchor near the tucked-away village of Malmousque, where whitewashed homes cling to rocky shores. I’ll share stories of its deep maritime roots and enduring spirit, and there’ll be time to enjoy a refreshing dip, weather permitting. • At tiny Vallon des Auffes, enter a world untouched by time. This tiny fishing port, with its colorful boats and legendary seafood spots, is a window into Marseille’s maritime heartbeat. As the barquette carries you back to the Old Port, you’ll leave with indelible memories of stunning views in a historic boat.

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Visit Marseille’s art and design galleries with a curator

Join me, an art director and publisher, on an inspiring aesthetic adventure through Marseille’s finest contemporary art spaces. • Meet at Piece A Part, my bookstore and ceramic studio in the historic Vieux-Port neighborhood, and learn what’s happening on the local art scene. • Explore neighborhoods, exhibits, and cultural spaces featuring work by emerging and established artists working in a variety of media, from ceramics to architure and beyond. • At each location, I’ll share stories and highlight important pieces, revealing the links between craftsmanship, art, and design. You’ll leave with a unique perspective into Marseille’s art and design scene, plus my recommendations for additional spaces for you to explore.

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Hand embroidery workshop on vintage French fabrics

Give vintage fabrics new life by stitching contemporary and minimalist designs on them. Join a textile designer for a one-hour embroidery workshop at Œuvres Sensibles, my studio and showroom. • I’ll begin by sharing a little about my own artistic journey, walking with you through the showroom, and describing the history of textiles in Marseille. • Select a piece of antique fabric from my collection, and I’ll supply you with tools and threads. Then I or a member of my team will show you some of the essential stitching techniques we use. • Stitch your own minimalist embroidery piece. I’ll offer personalized tips and adjustments, ensuring you feel comfortable with this creative process. Once we’re done sewing, we’ll show each other the pieces we’ve created over a cup of tea. You’ll leave the workshop with a piece of beautiful, handcrafted embroidery you’ve made yourself!

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Create sun-printed art in a Marseille studio

During this one-hour workshop, you’ll learn to create cyanotypes, a photographic printing process that uses the power of sunlight to create ethereal blue prints. • You’ll meet me at my studio, where I’ll share a little bit about my own work as well as the history and process of making cyanotypes. • Next, you’ll make your own! You’ll select natural elements like leaves, flowers, and corals from my curated collection and arrange them on light-sensitive paper. • We’ll expose the designs to sunlight, then rinse the prints in water to reveal the stunning final artwork. I’ll help you frame your favorite piece in a wooden frame. This engaging activity is ideal for children and adults alike. You’ll leave with a unique creation that will remind you of Marseille and its beautiful natural environment.

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Shop Marseille's top markets and build a gourmet picnic

From artisanal pâté en croûte to seasonal vegetables and fine cheeses, I’ll guide you through the city’s top shops and markets—to select the best ingredients for a perfect Mediterranean picnic. • We’ll start at Maison Empereur, renowned for its high-quality knives, aprons, and kitchen tools, before walking up Marseille’s famous rue d’Aubagne. • At Pain Pan, a charming organic boulangerie, you’ll pick out a freshly baked baguette before heading to L’Art de la Fromagerie to learn how to select cheeses that complement your picnic spread based on flavor and texture. • At a vibrant local market, you’ll shop for fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables grown in the South of France. With a curated grocery bag brimming with gorgeous seasonal produce and delicacies, you’ll have everything you need for your picnic. Bon appétit!

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E-bike along the sun-drenched Marseille coastline

Take in the fresh sea air and panoramic views of the Mediterranean during a three-hour cycling adventure along Marseille’s stunning coastline, riding electric bikes to guarantee a smooth, comfortable journey. • Meet at a bike shop to pick up our bikes and go over the route. Then we’ll head out along the Corniche Kennedy, one of the most spectacular coastal routes. • After escaping the bustle of Vieux Port, stop at the Vallon des Auffes, one of Marseille’s most picturesque spots, and the Plage du Prophète, a wide, sandy beach. • Glide through the rugged landscape to the fishing village of Les Goudes, where we’ll take a break for drinks at a local shop before returning to central Marseille. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just looking for a new way to experience Marseille, you’ll leave with a fresh appreciation for the Mediterranean coastline.

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Explore Marseille’s historic neighborhoods with an artist

Dive into this architectural and historical tour through the heart of Marseille, where the city’s layers of history and design reveal its rich and complex past. You’ll explore Marseille’s evolving cityscape, from its ancient Greek origins to 20th-century urban modernization. • Meet at the lively Marché des Capucins in Noailles, where I’ll discuss the history of Marseille’s expansion in the 18th and 19th centuries, propelled by industrial and colonial growth. • Explore the historic district of Belsunce, including the Labourdettes—a 1960s urban development that reflected France’s vision for a futuristic city—and discover the city’s past in the archaeological remains of a Roman port at the Jardin des Vestiges. • Wander the narrow streets of Marseille’s oldest neighborhood, Le Panier, before heading to Fort Saint-Jean for stunning views of the Old Harbor and Mucem Museum. You’ll leave with new insights into how history and architecture shape your understanding of Marseille’s past, present, and future.

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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 960 reviews

No Diet Club - Unique food tour in Marseille !

NOT YOUR BASIC FOOD TOUR ! (All food is included) After Paris, Bordeaux and Nice, we found ourselves obligated to take over the sunny city of Marseille ! Certainly being the most cosmopolitan city of France it definitely shows in the plate. We have walked and gone through each little pathway and road to offer you the best selection possible. Provençal specialties of course but not just that ! Artisanal ice cream, homemade “daube” and aïoli sandwiches, the best handmade panisses of the city, the famous Marseille shuttles, almond macarons, delicious food staples from Tunisia, amazing fish burger and more ! (The tastings may vary) (VEGETARIANS ARE WELCOME) ▶ What we do offer ✔ - Many tastings to share - Local specialties but not just that - A beautiful stroll by foot and little boat ride - Fun - Crappy jokes - Smiles - A list of recommendations in Marseille - New friends from all over the WORLD

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 790 reviews

The Urban Hike of Marseille

You want to know everything about Marseille and its culture? Come with me, I'll tell you by walking through the heart of the city. In doing sport for visiting, in nourishing body & soul! Follow me for a sunny and sporty 8 to 10 kms hike and I will make you discover and enjoy Marseille differently: - Reveal its History and Geography, heritage and treasures, funny stories and true historical facts, go back in time through old & contemporary documents and maps. - Let's go find the quiet spots of Marseille, reveal hidden beauties, stride along narrow streets only known by inhabitants. - Unearth various and surprising architectural patterns of housing, which are contemporary milestones of a deep and complex History. - Climb stairs up to be offered amazing views, make some nice detours to beat the crowds, find the right spots to get global points of view which help us understand the structure of the city. If you like to contemplate, if you want to discover and understand Marseille, and if you want to exercise body and mind, then you will be delighted by this sporty guided tour in the heart of my beautiful 2600-year-old city! Don't hesitate to ask me all your questions, I'm here to guide you! (other hikes, privatized tours: urbanhike . fr)

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 551 reviews

Explore a magnificient and unknown neighborhood of Marseille

In Marseille, you have tourist attractions as "le Vieux Port", Notre Dame de La Garde, la Canebière, les Calanques, the Stadium but you have also magnificent, really unknown and silent areas just next to the center of the city ! All the photos you can see, have been taken about 15 minutes far from the Vieux Port ! Leaving from Vallon des Auffes, we'll follow the all too often noisy and polluted "Corniche" by going through back roads. We'll pass at the edge of rocky coves less busy than beaches, and discover secret gardens, picturesque cottages, abandoned sculptures and old mansions by walking along green paths and banisters through a lush vegetation. A gorgeous route that only some insiders know about, if they live in the area ! For photography lovers or just for the pleasure, we'll take meditative breaks when arriving at the wonderful view spots over Marseilles natural bay. Of course I'll tell you about the history of this district and its evolution with the rise of the real estate and the arrival of « famous people ». After three hours power-walking (ascending and descending quite a few stairs !), we'll access to a little piece of heaven overhanging the sea.A guaranteed change of scenery ! Come with me to discover an other Marseille ! Other things to note WATCH OUT ! You need to be in good shape for this kind of walk. When we finish, I'll take you to the bus stop (number 83) close to the Prophète's beach or you can rent a city bike or scooter nearby.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 597 reviews

Wine Tasting of Bandol Wines & Visit of Cellar

We will start about a wine tour of the winery, around 30 minutes, in which we will explain the different process of wine-making of our products. We will go then to wine tasting, in which we will taste our Vin de Pays du Caume & Bandol Wines (Rosé, Red & White wines). 3 Vin de Pays & 3 Bandol Wines will be tasted.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews

Old Marseille Tour & Tips

>> LAISSEZ TOMBER VOTRE PLAN DE LA VILLE ET SUIVEZ MOI ! Visite garantie dès 2 adultes inscrits. Voyageur seul : s'il vous plait, me contacter avant la réservation. Ensemble nous voyagerons dans les 2600 ans d'histoire et je vous donnerai tous les bons plans et bonnes adresses à Marseille. Vous ferez partie d'un groupe de 8 personnes maximum pour vivre l'expérience de façon plus personnelle et conviviale. Nous irons découvrir le traditionnel quartier du Panier ainsi que les plus beaux endroits pittoresques et secrets du vieux Marseille : * Nous commencerons notre balade autour du Vieux Port. Direction les vestiges grecs et romains où je vous expliquerai la belle histoire de Marseille depuis ses 2600 ans d'existence. Nous continuerons vers le quartier de l'Hotel de Ville et je vous ferai découvrir les ruelles cachées du vieux Marseille et ses coins discrets que seuls les marseillais connaissent. * Ensuite nous prendrons la direction du quartier du Panier, le plus vieux quartier de Marseille. Je vous expliquerai l'histoire du Panier et nous irons nous balader dans ses ruelles que j'affectionne tout particulièrement . bon à savoir et sur demande préalable : * Je peux me libérer à d'autres créneaux * Possibilité de faire un circuit personnalisé ou de compléter la visite par d'autres quartiers de Marseille.

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews

One tango in marseille

I propose an initiation / practice of tango, adapted to your level and wishes. This could take the form of an intensive course or a more relaxed time of introduction to tango dancing while having a drink. You can be a single female or a dance couple and up to 2 couples. We bet that you will start tango regularly after this experience! For the coming weeks, we can decide together to take the course at my apartment, a stone's throw from the old port or in the open air by the sea

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 82 reviews

Secret spots for amazing pics

With a french journalist born in Marseille who writes books about her city (Marseille L'essentiel a city guide published by Editions Nomades, Pour L'amour de Marseille by Ed. Magellan (coming soon) ), and who is in love with her city and takes a lot of pictures of it, you'll visit 3 secret amazing and very picturesque places hidden along the coast. You'll take pictures from original perspectives and spots, and bring back with you a lot of fabulous memories full of blue shades and magic colors in your smartphone or your camera. A view of paradise ! Other things to note Take a camera (smartphone), small sneakers for walking (easy walking but many stairs), bus tickets or change if bus on the way back. Possible to buy food / drink on the way. Covid measures: mandatory mask and disinfectant gel Take your own bottle of water. 100% outdoor

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews

Personal style coaching

Let's revive your personal style together ! Learn how to dress your overall silhouette with clothes and accessories that suit your body shape and discover the most flattering colors to place near your face thanks to a color analysis. I will advise you on how to look at your best everyday. This experience is for women only. Other things to note Please wear tight and solid colored clothing (pants + top for example) for the body shape analysis and no make up for the color analysis.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 613 reviews

Sailing Trip on a Catamaran in Marseille Bay

THIS IS A DISCONNECTED EXPERIENCE. Smartphones are turned off at boarding. You will embark on a 12-meter catamaran with François, a pro skipper, and quickly go underway, sails only, no engines, to experience the poetry of gliding on the water in silence. Help welcome ! Only if you wish, you can participate in boat manoeuvres and learn how a sailboat works and is safe. After a 1.5-hour, the boat will anchor in a calanque in the Frioul archipelago or the Côte Bleue, depending on the wind direction on that day. You will then be able share a drink, have a bath, paddleboard riding or just chill out. Note: It is a unique experience on a beautiful boat, in a warm atmosphere and an extraordinary landscape. Under the shade of the sails, in silence, your ability to marvel at the beauty of the sea will make a difference. François will do his best to make this to happen and it usually works wonderfully ! The sea makes us happy, allows to meet ourselves and the others. We will be back at Port de l'Estaque.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 480 reviews

Catamaran sail ride in the heart of Calanques National Park

LAST MINUTE !!! FROM JULY 28TH TO AUGUST 8TH, RETURN WILL BE AT 17:00 INSTEAD OF 16:00. SAME PRICE. Embarking on catamaran Le Souffle from baladealavoile Marseille at 09:00 we'll proceed through the bay and bound to the heart of Parc des Calanques ! Wind, sea state and traffic will dictate the itinerary to reach the nicest mooring. You will appreciate the breathtaking landscape, the comfort of the boat and a friendship spirit. We'll enjoy swimming and lunch, SUP, snorkeling and sometimes cliff jumping if you wish ! The afternoon will be devoted to chill out and/or some more sailing on the way back to port… Please bring a small food and drink you'd like to share with the others. So will I. Don't forget sun protection (cream, glasses, cap, hat, ...), swimwear and towels. Shower w/ fresh water after getting out of the sea… Please note : This is not a "tick that postcard" tour with specific places visited but a sailing trip under sail where slow pace, contemplation and awareness are privileged. It's a "let's go sailing as friends in Marseille would" proposition. Your disposition to be aware of the environment in the shade of the sails, in silence and to meet people on board, will also make the difference. We like to meet foreigners, talk or stay alone but we all love Med blue waters, sun, nature and fine food. Let's go sailing !

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