Top 10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur

October 4, 2021 Marianna Hollaway

Discover the best top things to do in Bouches-du-Rhone, France including Parc National des Calanques, Randonnees theatrales Marcel Pagnol Cie Dans la cour des Grands, Domaine de la Vallongue, Abbaye Saint Victor, Chateau de l'Emperi, Cite Radieuse Le Corbusier, Abbaye de Montmajour, Chateau La Coste en Provence, Carrieres des Lumieres, Vallon des Auffes.
Restaurants in Bouches-du-Rhone

1. Parc National des Calanques

Route du Feu de la Calanque de Morgiou, 13009 Marseille France +33 4 20 10 50 00 http://www.calanques-parcnational.fr/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 3,949 reviews

Parc National des Calanques

Reviewed By milgil24 - Sydney, Australia

The stunning natural beauty of the Calanques along the South Coast of France is a must do. We went on a boat tour which departed from Marseille (booked through Airbnb experience) which was amazing, but there are so many ways to visit this national park.

2. Randonnees theatrales Marcel Pagnol Cie Dans la cour des Grands

78 cours Julien, 13006 Marseille France +33 6 67 63 32 58 [email protected] http://www.danslacourdesgrands.fr
Excellent
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5.0 based on 493 reviews

Randonnees theatrales Marcel Pagnol Cie Dans la cour des Grands

3. Domaine de la Vallongue

Route de Mouries, 13810 Saint-Remy-de-Provence France +33 4 90 95 91 70 [email protected] http://www.lavallongue.com/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

Domaine de la Vallongue

Au coeur des Alpilles... Ecrin de garrigue et de rochers, le Domaine de la Vallongue sublime son terroir par la pratique d'une agriculture biologique depuis 1985. Boutique de vins, huiles d'olive, cosmétiques et épicerie fine. Ouverte toute l'année, de 10h00 à 13h puis de 14h à 18h30. Ainsi que les dimanches à partir d'avril et jusqu'en septembre.

4. Abbaye Saint Victor

3 rue de l Abbaye, 13007 Marseille France +33 4 96 11 22 60 [email protected] http://www.saintvictor.net/?lang=fr
Excellent
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4.5 based on 844 reviews

Abbaye Saint Victor

Reviewed By TomS841 - Munich, Germany

The crypt, which is the original church built in a Roman quarry in the 3C as a christian burial place outside the town, now forms the foundation of the 11C tower, a massive fortification which speaks volumes to the defensive nature of church establishments then. The original 2C Roman sarcophagi are in excellent condition. The crypt is in it's original 3-5C condition. Where else can you see that? Quite spectacular and for 2 Euros, definitely not just worth staring at from above. The church itself is Gothic and otherwise unremarkable.

5. Chateau de l'Emperi

Montee du Puech, 13300, Salon-de-Provence France +33 4 90 44 72 80 [email protected] https://www.salondeprovence.fr/index.php/emperi
Excellent
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4.5 based on 299 reviews

Chateau de l'Emperi

6. Cite Radieuse Le Corbusier

280 boulevard Michelet, 13008 Marseille France 03 4 91 16 78 00 http://www.marseille-citeradieuse.org
Excellent
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4.5 based on 879 reviews

Cite Radieuse Le Corbusier

Reviewed By chickandbeast - Southgate, Canada

Cite Radieuse Le Corbusier is part of everyday existence but architecture lovers celebrate it as a piece of art of a building designed by architect Le Corbusier.

7. Abbaye de Montmajour

D17, route de Fontvieille, 13200, Arles France +33 4 90 54 86 46 [email protected] http://montmajour.monuments-nationaux.fr/en/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 613 reviews

Abbaye de Montmajour

This exceptional architectural ensemble was built in the Middle Ages on the island of Mont Majour. The Abbey incorporates a pre-Roman edifice from the 10th century, an abbey church and a 12th century Roman cloister built by Benedictine monks. Montmajour was extended in the 18th century with the second, monumental Saint-Maur monastery to the west. Open: > 1st April to 30th June: from 9.30 a.m. to 6 p.m. > 1st July to 30th September: from 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. (everyday). > 1st October to 31st March: from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed: > Mondays from 1st October to 31st March. > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 7,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 4,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups

8. Chateau La Coste en Provence

2750 route de la Cride, 13610 Le Puy-Sainte-Reparade, Aix-en-Provence France +33 4 42 61 92 92 [email protected] http://www.chateau-la-coste.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 957 reviews

Chateau La Coste en Provence

Restaurant Vineyard Art and Architecture Walk Wine Tastings Open daily, all year round 10am-7pm.

Reviewed By 119lisettet - Paris, France

This beautiful wine chateau, that produces delicious wine as well, has made art the other center of attention. A great way to spend your day is roaming their grounds and end it with a nice glass!!

9. Carrieres des Lumieres

route de Maillane, 13210 Les Baux de Provence France +33 4 90 49 20 02 [email protected] http://carrieres-lumieres.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 6,591 reviews

Carrieres des Lumieres

In the heart of Alpilles, the monumental “Carrieres de Lumieres” host extraordinary multimedia shows which are unique in the world. Spectators are totally immersed in the images projected onto all the surfaces of the rock. The ground is completely covered, too, and becomes a vast carpet of images. The site has reopened its doors with the show “Gauguin - Van Gogh, painters of colour,” created by Gianfranco Iannuzzi with Renato Gatto and Massimiliano Siccardi.

Reviewed By MindBroadener - Minneapolis, United States

This was an absolutely stunning experience. We hadn't bought tickets so stood in line for about an hour but wow, was it ever worth it! Magical is about the best way I can describe it. When we attended it was showing the Van Gogh - a starry night and you were right within the beautiful Van Gogh paintings. An absolutely fantastic and must-see experience. The lovely thing is that it is a continuously playing show so you can stay for a while and just immerse yourself in the magic of the Arts and Music Immersive experience (AMIA) technology. You do NOT want to miss this if you are an art lover.

10. Vallon des Auffes

Boulevard des Dardanelles, Marseille France http://www.marseille-tourisme.com/en/discover-marseille/heritage/the-coastal-road-and-the-seaside/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,404 reviews

Vallon des Auffes

Reviewed By charlesbH4893MP - Toronto, Canada

We visited here in May 2019 when we were researching our upcoming book "Flavour with Benefits: France". The harbour has a few cafes and restaurants that are very good including Chez Fonfon. Have fun!

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