Massif des Calanques

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Cassis showing boating, a coastal town and rocky coastline
Cassis showing a sandy beach, landscape views and rugged coastline
Cassis featuring a marina, boating and a coastal town
Cassis featuring heritage architecture, a marina and a bay or harbor
Cassis showing night scenes, a coastal town and a bay or harbor
Contemplate how the fascinating geological patterns of Massif des Calanques came to be. People come from all over to see this amazing creation of nature.

This geological formation in Marseille is well-liked by many travelers, so be sure to put it on your travel itinerary. However, don't end your sightseeing there. There are plenty more spots waiting for you to appreciate after Massif des Calanques. Calanques National Park, Calanque de Port Miou, and Calanque Sormiou are close by.

Where to stay in Massif des Calanques

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Calanque de Morgiou

Travelers like the parks in Calanque de Morgiou, and Gulf of Lion is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Calanque de Morgiou
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Hôtel Les Roches Blanches

Hôtel Les Roches Blanches

5 out of 5
9 Avenue des Calanques, Cassis
$812 nightly
The price is $905 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$905 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cassis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (165 reviews)
Lovely hotel and staff
"Absolutely beautiful in every way. The staff is exceptional! Florian was amazing and took such good care of us. His recommendations were spot on. Leo was also very kind and helpful. We will be back! Merci beau coup!"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Hôtel Les Roches Blanches
Hotel Liautaud Rooftop Cassis

Hotel Liautaud Rooftop Cassis

4 out of 5
4 AVENUE VICTOR HUGO, Cassis, PROVENCE-ALPES-C TE D'AZUR
$289 nightly
The price is $327 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$327 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Cassis. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Cassis Beach and Eglise St Michel are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (70 reviews)
"At 4 pm conçierg told us we couldn’t go to the rooftop without a reservation, but could take a Quick Look. When we went up we were greeted and told we could sit at high tables or the bar which we did, had a cheese/charcuterie & drinks, very enjoyable. At check in, why not talk about the rooftop?"

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Hotel Liautaud Rooftop Cassis
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port

4 out of 5
43 Quai des Belges, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhone
$165 nightly
The price is $189 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$189 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Marseille. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"great location and nice staff. My only grievance is the occasional sewage smell sneaking into the room."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
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Unique panorama with the best view of Cassis

Unique panorama with the best view of Cassis

Cassis
Stay at this apartment in Cassis. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Cassis Beach and Cassis Harbour are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (28 reviews)
Stay chez Denny
"A wonderful welcoming from Denny who showed us round and gave local advice on where to go.A very querky little place with great access to town and Calanques. Thanks !"

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Unique panorama with the best view of Cassis
Residhotel Grand Prado

Residhotel Grand Prado

3 out of 5
Allée Turcat Méry, 7 square des frères Ambrogiani, Marseille
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,261 reviews)
Best choice
"L'établissement est excellent… chambres spacieuses, le personnel est sympa… en gros on a passé un tres bon sejour"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Residhotel Grand Prado
Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port

Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port

3 out of 5
4 place Pierre Bertas, Marseille
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Marseille. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,240 reviews)
"Stay was amazing,staff working at the front desk are amazing. So helpful. I would strongly recommend it. 5 min away from vieux port walking."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
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Popular places to visit

Cassis Beach

Cassis Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Cassis Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Marseille.

Cassis Beach
Traffic leaving the Cassis harbor. I like the flag waver on the stern.

Cassis Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Marseille with a trip to Cassis Harbour. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Cassis Harbour
Calanques featuring a bay or harbor and a river or creek

Calanque de Port Miou

Explore the waterfront in Cassis with a trip to Calanque de Port Miou. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Calanque de Port Miou
Classic shot of one of my favorite Calanque

Calanque d'En-Vau

Explore the great outdoors at Calanque d'En-Vau, a lovely green space in Marseille. Wander the beaches and parks while you're in the area.

Calanque d'En-Vau
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Velodrome Stadium

Catch an event at Velodrome Stadium during your trip to Marseille. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

Velodrome Stadium
Grand Port Maritime de Marseille

Grand Port Maritime de Marseille

Explore the waterfront in Marseille with a trip to Grand Port Maritime de Marseille. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

Grand Port Maritime de Marseille

Things to do

Picture 5 for Activity Marseille: E-bike Virtual Guided Tour

Marseille: E-bike Virtual Guided Tour

$43
per adult
Marseille: E-bike Virtual Guided Tour
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike

From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike

$41
per adult
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Marseille: Calanques Côte Bleue Marine Park Boat Cruise

Marseille: Calanques Côte Bleue Marine Park Boat Cruise

$89
per adult
Marseille: Calanques Côte Bleue Marine Park Boat Cruise
Aix-en-Provence: Food Tour

Aix-en-Provence: Food Tour

$89
per adult
Aix-en-Provence: Food Tour
From Marseille: Frioul Islands Boat Tour

Marseille: Explore the Wild Beauty of the Frioul Islands

$69
per adult
Marseille: Explore the Wild Beauty of the Frioul Islands
Marseille Landausflug: Ganztägige

Electric Bike Tour to the Calanques from Marseille

$93
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Electric Bike Tour to the Calanques from Marseille
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Cities near Massif des Calanques

Vieux Port featuring boating and a marina

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Cassis featuring boating, a marina and a coastal town

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La Ciotat

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