Museum of Mediterranean Archaeology, Marseille

Name: Museum of Mediterranean Archaeology
Address: Marseille, France

#60 among attractions in Marseille

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The Museum of Mediterranean Archaeology, which is located on the second floor of the Vieille Charité in Marseille, has two departments: Egyptian antiquities and classical antiquities. Regional archaeology, which used to occupy another room, has been transferred to the Musée d'histoire de Marseille in the Centre Bourse. On the second floor of La vieille Charité is the Museum of African, Oceanic and Amerindian Arts.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 43°18'2"N, 5°22'6"E

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2ème Arrondissement (Grands-Carmes)Marseille France

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Museum of Mediterranean Archaeology?

Nearby attractions include Museum of African, Marseille (1 min walk), Vieille Charité, Marseille (1 min walk), Marseille Cathedral, Marseille (5 min walk), Chapelle des Pénitents blancs du Saint-Esprit, Marseille (5 min walk).

How to get to Museum of Mediterranean Archaeology by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museum of Mediterranean Archaeology:

Bus

République Dames • Lines: 55 (4 min walk)
Dames République • Lines: 582, 82S (4 min walk)

Tram

République Dames • Lines: T2, T3 (4 min walk)
Sadi Carnot • Lines: T2, T3 (4 min walk)

Metro

Joliette • Lines: M2 (6 min walk)
Jules Guesde • Lines: M2 (8 min walk)

Ferry

Gare Maritime de la Major • Lines: Marseille - تونس, الجزائر - Marseille (8 min walk)
Gare Maritime de la Joliette • Lines: L'Île Rousse - Marseille, Marseille - Ajaccio, Marseille - Bastia, Porto-Vecchio - Marseille (9 min walk)

Train

Marseille-Saint-Charles (18 min walk)
Arenc-Euroméditerranée (23 min walk)