Did you choose Marseille as your Erasmus destination in France?! You made such a good choice! There you’ll discover a warm, sunny, lively city with the most welcoming, colorful, and joyful people. Here is our to-do list in Marseille of all the unmissable activities/spots in the city to guarantee the best Erasmus stay!
Quartier de la Plaine
The first one in our to-do list in Marseille has to be the absolute best neighborhood to enjoy the southern lifestyle to its fullest. Since it’s also one of the favorite places of locals, you’ll get to meet amazing people, socialize, and make amazing friends. The district is filled with many bars and restaurants which makes it the perfect place to go out partying with other internationals, but also a great place for a lunch or dinner outing to try local dishes.
L’alcazar
This second activity of our to-do list in Marseille is mainly for our fellow Erasmus students, who’ll have to study at some point! But no worries, the Alcazar Library sets the perfect learning environment. The library is very well located, has a beautiful and original architecture, and is big enough that it never feels crowded. This is also a great place to socialize with your local friends since it is the place to go for local students.
La Friche de la Belle de Mai
This is THE cultural place of Marseille. They host all kinds of events, concerts, expos, parties, barbecues, etc… It’s truly one of the most lively places filled with gardens, restaurants, theaters, concert halls, libraries, skate parks, and even a preschool. It is an unmissable activity to do if you want to dive into the Southern French lifestyle and socialize with locals!
Les Calanques
The TO-DO activity by excellence!! How can you visit Marseille and forget to enjoy these little pieces of paradise? Do you like beaches, crystal-clear water, and mesmerizing sights? Then no need to cross the ocean, you have it right there, only 30 minutes away from the center. There’s no better way to enjoy the warm weather of the south than hanging out with your friends at the Calanques, trust me you’ll get obsessed!
You’ve made a great decision when choosing Marseille as your Erasmus destination. If you were looking for a change of scenery than you’ll certainly be pleasantly surprised since this city is like nothing else! You’ll discover one of the most student friendly cities in the south of France, as well as some of the most welcoming and heartwarming people in the country! So book your room in Marseille on our platform now, and follow our little tour guide to have the best time.
