Car Hire Marseille - Arnavaux - Mini guide to Marseille - Arnavaux

Marseilles is a central port on the French Mediterranean coastline. Although it no longer operates as a trading port, the city can trace back its roots as a centre for commerce 2,500 years. The city's long and rich history provides it with many historical sites linking back to its bygone days as a trading port. Most of the notable sites are right near the Vieux Port (Old Port) such as the Notre Dame de la Garde, a basilica built in 1853 in the Roman Byzantine style. With car rental at Marseille - Arnavaux visitors can make their way around the city using the port as a point of reference.

The Vieux Port only functions as a pleasure port now offering cruises and accommodate a few fishing boats. The old port has become the city's central area for tourism. Near the front of the old port visitors will find the Bas Fort St Nicholas which was constructed by the Knights Templer during the 13th century.

Marseilles is also well known for being a bit of a party city with vibrant, sometimes wild nightlife scattered throughout the city. Despite the liberal recreational atmosphere, the tourist areas are quite safe and the locals pleasant and helpful.

The neighboring countryside outskirting the city boasts a myriad of attractions as well. The area offers several beachs and the CĂ´te d'Azure is worth a visit for a day trip with car hire at Marseille - Arnavaux. Plage du Prado and La Corniche, two of the most frequented beaches, offer visitors a great place to sunbathe and enjoy the breathtaking Marseilles cliffs.

The four islands in the nearby archipelago, L'ĂŽsles du Frioul are worth a visit. Ferries to each one of the islands: If, Ratonneau, Pomegues and Tiboulen, are available year round. Cheap car hire at Marseille - Arnavaux near the ferry port is a good way to secure transport to and from the islands.

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