Guided E-Scooter Tour of Marseille's City Center - 2 Hours

Guided E-Scooter Tour of Marseille's City Center - 2 Hr
Price: $40.00
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Standard
Shore Excursion Type Cultural, Active, Scenic
Shore Excursion Duration 2 Hours
Activity Level ? Easy
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? A 10 to 15-minute taxi ride (fare not included for each way) is required to reach your departure location, depending on where your ship is docked.
Food/Beverage Provided Not Included
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing comfortable, weather appropriate clothing and sensible flat-soled walking shoes. ing in layers may be necessary depending on the time of the year.
Restrictions All guests will be required to wear a helmet and sign a waiver form. Guests should be in moderate physical condition in order to participate. Minimum age required for the driver is 12 years old and 6 years for the passenger. Minimum height required is 3 feet 11 inches. Minimum weight is required to be 66 lbs. and maximum weight allowed is 264 lbs. Guests must be able to stand for the duration of the tour and to step up and down with ease from the scooter. Not suitable for pregnant women. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

Jump on an e-scooter and see Marseille from a different point of view as you pass iconic sites like Hotel De Ville, the Cathedral of Major, the Joliet area, and more when you book this scenic e-scooter tour. Your guided tour covers the cost of your safety equipment like your helmet, your e-scooter rental, and photos after the tour upon request. You'll also get a professional guide to show you the ropes for operating your e-scooter and share stories with you as you tour Marseilles city center and see points of interest like the historic Old Port, City Hall, and Saint Laurent Church. With so many scenic views to see like Marseille's oldest district and shopping centers and lively neighborhood of La Joliette, this scenic two-hour e-scooter tour is ideal for culture connoisseurs and outdoor enthusiasts alike whether you're twelve or 76!

Get ready to cruise through Marseille's historic streets aboard an e-scooter as you meet up with your guide for a 10-minute safety briefing at the start of your tour. Next, put on your helmet and hop on your e-scooter to follow your guide as you prepare to zip at speeds up to 16 miles per hour across almost seven miles of secured city sidewalks, esplanades, and cycle paths starting from the Old Port of Vieux Port. Legend has it that Marseille's history began in this historic port, and today it is at the heart of the city. Along the way of your scenic e-scooter route, you'll also stop at the iconic city hall area, where you'll catch views of the historic town hall and the Notre Dame de la Garde and make your way to the 2013 renovated esplanade, where you can find a museum housing relics of Mediterranean heritage and breathtaking water views.

Next, follow your guide to take a spin around the La Major or Cathedral of the Major, a historic 19th century Roman Catholic cathedral symbolic of power and features Romanesque Byzantine Revival architecture. Your scenic route also takes you to tour the modern shopping center and business district of the La Joliette neighborhood, a crucial starting point for boats that travel to the cities of Maghreb and Corsica. Next, glide through Marseille's oldest district of Le Panier for an authentic look into the city's past as you travel down its narrow streets and behold its artistic, colorful buildings that characterize its cultural center. You'll also get to discover the Old Charity, a former almshouse turned-museum that dates back to the 17th century and features Baroque style architecture.

Wrap up your scenic e-scooter adventure with a visit to the Saint Laurent district, where you'll get to witness the beauty of the Saint Laurent Church near Fort Saint Jean, a fisherman's cove. This historic church is a great place to catch sweeping views of the city from a hilltop before heading back to your port.

If you're looking for an easy, scenic route to explore the beauty of Marseille's history and modern districts from a different perspective, then this tour is for you. Book this exciting e-scooter adventure today and hop on for a scenic ride in Marseille!