About Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde

The Epitome of beauty the Church with the yellow hue at sunrise heavily inspired by the Romanesque revival design that resonates an ancient feeling of strength and grandeur, this grand evangelical church sits proudly on the skyline of Marseille, unmatched and noble. The most visited site in Marseilles the church is famous for its congregations and seminars, it provides tourists with guided tours helping them to understand in detail the paradigms of the Church. 

Not only does the church have an impressive hall and prayer hall it also has restaurants on the top floors and shops to purchase memorabilia. To impart knowledge, to preserve and carry on the culture followed by the locals for many years, the Church is a beacon for many locals in Marseille.

Must See

  • Basilique Saint victor
  •  Scenic boat tours
  •  Old town
  • The Old Harbour, MuCEM
  • The Altar
  • Domes
  • The main prayer hall
  • The shops
  • Restaurants

How to reach

Taxi:

Taxi from Marseille to Rue Fort du Sanctuaire: 4m one-way from 8  to 11 Euros

Bus:

From Vieux Port Ballard

5m by Bus, every 10 minutes Numbers (57,60,49) Place Valere Bernard.  Walk for 4m.  Approx 354 meters  Rue Fort du Sanctuaire

Tips

  • Religious establishment so maintain discipline
  • Check out for the guided tours and prebook
  • Strollers are not allowed inside
  • Wheelchair facility is available
  • Do not miss the feast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary
  • Photography is allowed
  • No outside eatables are allowed
  • Visit the shop and the restaurants on the top floors

Visit Time

Sunday:          7:00 a.m. to 6:15  p.m.

Monday:         7:00 a.m. to 6:15  p.m.

Tuesday:        7:00 a.m. to 6:15  p.m.

Wednesday:   7:00 a.m. to 6:15  p.m.

Thursday:       7:00 a.m. to 6:15  p.m.

Friday:            7:00 a.m. to 6:15  p.m.

Saturday:        7:00 a.m. to 6:15  p.m.


Shop timings:

 Winter:

Sunday:           9:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Monday:           9:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Tuesday:          9:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Wednesday:     9:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Thursday:         9:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Friday:              9:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Saturday:          9:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.


Summer:

Sunday:           9:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Monday:           9:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Tuesday:          9:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Wednesday:     9:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Thursday:         9:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Friday:              9:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Saturday:          9:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.

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Waiting Time

long at restaurants

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

24 hours

 

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Weather

Scattered Clouds 20.22°C

 

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