Phare de Sainte Marie, Marseille

Name: Phare de Sainte Marie
Address: Marseille, France

#61 among attractions in Marseille

Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture

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The Phare de Sainte Marie is an inactive lighthouse built to mark the harbor of Marseille, France. Completed in 1855, it is made of natural-finished local limestone and stands 70 feet high. It is located at the north side of the Passe de la Joliette. This is at the southern entrance to the series of bassins that form the harbor. It was upgraded to electrical illumination in 1922 but is now inactive. ()

Local name: Phare de Sainte-Marie Coordinates: 43°17'57"N, 5°21'29"E

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Phare de Sainte Marie – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Les Terrasses du Port, Docks, Vieux-Port, Marseille Cathedral.

0.6 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Les Terrasses du Port, Marseille
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0.7 miNE
Shopping centre, Shopping
Docks, Marseille
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Marseille, France, Les Docks Village stands as a modern-day beacon of commerce and lifestyle, a shopping centre that breathes new life into the city's rich maritime history. This urban shopping haven is housed in a renovated 19th-century...
0.6 miSE
Harbor
Vieux-Port, Marseille
17 min walk • The Vieux-Port, or Old Port, is the beating heart of Marseille, France, and a testament to the city's rich maritime history. Nestled at the end of the Canebière boulevard, the port has been the natural harbor of Marseille since antiquity, and its piers have welcomed...
~1830 ftE
Vast, lavishly decorated 1800s cathedral
Marseille Cathedral, Marseille
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~1150 ftSE
Museum, Art museum
Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations, Marseille
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~1690 ftSE
Historic, waterfront military structure
Fort Saint-Jean, Marseille
9 min walk • Fort Saint-Jean stands as a sentinel at the entrance to the Old Port of Marseille, a city rich in maritime history and cultural heritage. This historic fortress, now repurposed as a museum, dates back to the 17th century, when it was built by Louis XIV as a defense...
0.7 miSE
Medieval abbey built over a crypt
Abbey of Saint-Victor de Marseille, Marseille
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0.8 miE
Church
Église Saint-Ferréol les Augustins, Marseille
21 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Marseille, the Église Saint-Ferréol les Augustins stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. This historic church, which dates back to the 15th century, is a significant landmark for both locals and visitors alike.
0.9 miE
Triumphal arch with bas relief scenes
Porte d'Aix, Marseille
22 min walk • The Porte d'Aix is a prominent historical landmark situated in the vibrant city of Marseille, France. This triumphal arch stands as a testament to the city's rich history and architectural grandeur. Constructed between 1825 and 1839, the arch commemorates the victories...
~1780 ftS
Garden, Historical place, Park
Palais du Pharo, Marseille
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0.5 miE
Baroque cultural center with museums
Vieille Charité, Marseille
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Phare de Sainte Marie?

Nearby attractions include Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations, Marseille (6 min walk), Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean, Marseille (6 min walk), Monument aux héros et victimes de la mer, Marseille (8 min walk), Fort Saint-Jean, Marseille (9 min walk).

How to get to Phare de Sainte Marie by public transport?

The nearest stations to Phare de Sainte Marie:

Ferry

Gare Maritime de la Major • Lines: Marseille - تونس, الجزائر - Marseille (10 min walk)
Gare Maritime de la Joliette • Lines: L'Île Rousse - Marseille, Marseille - Ajaccio, Marseille - Bastia, Porto-Vecchio - Marseille (13 min walk)

Bus

MuCEM Saint-Jean • Lines: 49, 582, 60, 82, 82S, 83 (8 min walk)
La Major • Lines: 49, 582, 82, 82S (9 min walk)

Metro

Joliette • Lines: M2 (16 min walk)
Colbert • Lines: M1 (21 min walk)

Tram

République Dames • Lines: T2, T3 (16 min walk)
Joliette • Lines: T2, T3 (16 min walk)

Train

Arenc-Euroméditerranée (28 min walk)
Marseille-Saint-Charles (31 min walk)