Marseille-Provence in the European Capital of Culture in 2013, and the whole region will host hundreds of cultural events, such as exhibitions, spectacles, concerts, parades, festivals, food tastings and more. For more info, visit the website: www.mp2013.fr. And make sure to stop at the Office du Tourisme, located at the head of the Vieux Port, 4 La Canebière, Tel: +33 826 50 05 00. You can buy the City Pass, giving free entry to 15 museums, access to subway, bus and tramway network, boat trip to Frioul Islands and more.
37 Rue Vincent Scotto, 13001 Marseille
Located a few blocks up the Head of the Vieux Port. Some recent movies are shown in their original language.
Tél : 08 92 68 05 97
www.cinemetroart.com
Marseille is a wonderful city with multiple facets. Just minutes away from the vibrant activity of the centre are picturesque little harbours and coves, so quiet and unspoiled that it is difficult to believe that you are still in Marseille!
Marijke Beranger is a licensed nutritionist and the owner of the Country Life restaurant. She offers fantastic and affordable vegetarian/vegan cooking classes and nutrition coaching. Fluent in English. Cell: +33(0)6 83 12 37 37
Aix en Provence
Elegant town, dating from the Roman times located 30 minutes’ drive from Marseille. Nicknamed the city of a thousand fountains, it used to be the capitol of Provence. Renowned for its distinguished and aristocratic charm, its 17th century mansions, numerous museums and historic monuments. A very popular music festival is held here every July. Aix also has a choice of nice restaurants, stores and 2 cinemas showing films in original version.
Cinema Renoir