Ideas for things to do during the summer holidays in Marseille

A taste for the great outdoors

Educational farms

Open every day during the holidays. Children will learn about the environment and get to know the farm animals and the natural world around them. Educational activities and workshops will be on offer (gardening, learning about plants, an introduction to organic farming, etc.). There are several educational farms in Marseille. (Roy d’Espagne in the 9th arrondissement, La Tour des Pins in the 14th arrondissement, etc.)
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Get a breath of fresh air in Marseille’s parks and hills

Fancy a lovely springtime family walk? Marseille is brimming with beautiful nature trails suitable for everyone – breathtaking views, a chance to immerse yourself in the forest or a stroll along the water’s edge. Here are all our ideas for walks in and around Marseille for a complete change of scenery.

A boat trip to the Calanques

If hiking doesn’t appeal to you , or if your children are still too young to explore the hills, you can opt for a boat trip to discover the Calanques – weather permitting, of course. There are several options available: excursions with regular operators or private charters, short or more comprehensive tours… It’s up to you to choose the option that best suits your preferences!

Fancy learning

Everything there is to know about the planets

Head to the Planetarium in the gardens of the Palais Longchamp for an afternoon under the stars!
A different programme every day during the school holidays, with tours for little ones and older children alike – the stars will hold no more secrets for them!

Activities in the city’s museums

To spark the curiosity of the youngest visitors, many of Marseille’s museums are offering tours, workshops and activities throughout the school holidays. Life-size games at the Natural History Museum, creative workshops at the Préau des Accoules, art activities at the Marseille History Museum, guided tours and workshops at the Cantini Museum, activities centred on the collections at Château Borély, and themed courses at Château de la Buzine…not to mention theMucem, which also offers creative workshops and fun-filled tours.
Prehistory enthusiasts, meanwhile, can enjoy a unique immersive experience at the Cosquer Cave. A varied programme to delight all ages and interests!
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For OM fans

Tours of the Vélodrome Stadium take place every day during the school holidays – make the most of them! Your children will become experts on their favourite team! And if the schedule allows, come and watch a match! An unforgettable experience!

Discover all the secrets of Marseille soap

Marseille soap is known all over the world. But do you really know how it’s made? During the holidays, Marseille’s soap factories offer free tours – but be warned, you’ll need to book in advance! You can find these tours at the Savonnerie du Midior the Savonnerie du Fer à Cheval.  Alternatively, if you’d like , you can also visit the Soap Museum in the Vieux-Port.

The Museum of Illusions

Open for a few months now, theMuseum of Illusionsis mind-blowing! Across nearly 700 m², have fun with the whole family as you experience bewildering and astonishing optical illusions – your senses and your perception of reality will be completely turned on their head! An incredible experience to enjoy as a family.

Want to get moving

To let off some steam, head for the bowl at Escale Borély, the playground at Friche Belle de Mai or the skatepark at the Palais de la Glisse: skateboarding, rollerblading, BMX… your kids will love it! And for the little Tarzan adventurers, why not try a spot of accrobranche… and accompany them on their exploits? Winter’s behind us… so what? You can still enjoy a winter sport, can’t you? Head to the Palais omnisports Marseille Grand-Est for a skating rink worthy of the Olympic Games! You can even watch a match by the Marseille Spartiates, the local ice hockey team. Also at the Palais omnisport, you can take advantage of a 3500 m2 sliding area, where rollerblades, BMX and skateboarding are the order of the day.

The weather’s not looking too good, even in the middle of summer?

Don’t panic! Come rain or shine, you’ll never get bored in Marseille!

Indoor amusement parks

For the little ones, Royal Kid and Magic City are great places to let off steam – and what’s more, they’re usually air-conditioned! Children can let off steam on giant play structures to their heart’s content. Urban Jump and KIP are multi-activity indoor centres aimed more at teenagers, where they can try indoor go-karting, laser tag, bowling or giant trampolines.

Escape games: an immersive adventure

There are plenty of escape games in Marseille – for Harry Potter fans, mystery lovers, film buffs, and older visitors looking for a bit of a scare! From the most mysterious to the scariest, your children and teenagers are sure to find something to their liking! Among the must-try options are: Time Out, Panic Room and Dark Dreams
All the indoor play centres and play areas in Marseille

For the more adventurous: family rock climbing

Climbing enthusiasts aren’t left out either! In Marseille, there are plenty of climbing centres welcoming young and old alike, whatever their level. Designed to be accessible from a very young age, they offer a safe environment to have fun, push your limits and enjoy some quality family time. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced climber, you’ll easily find an indoor venue to suit your needs amongst the many climbing centres in Marseille.
All the climbing centres in Marseille 

e-sports for older children

EVA (E.sports Virtual Arena) is the perfect activity for teenagers and tech enthusiasts! In a 500 m² space, equipped with virtual reality headsets, participants move freely within a life-size video game, immersed in captivating virtual worlds.