Marseille Food & Wine Tour: Gourmet Evening in the Old Port

In Marseille, the apéro is much more than a simple pre-dinner drink—it’s a cherished moment when locals gather to share food, drinks, and lively conversation. This evening food tour invites you to experience this beloved tradition while discovering the authentic atmosphere of the Old Port and Saint-Victor neighborhoods.

During this relaxed three-hour walking tour, you’ll wander through picturesque streets lined with historic buildings, colorful facades, and beautiful views over the harbor. Along the way, your guide will introduce you to the stories and traditions that have shaped Marseille, a city deeply connected to the sea and to its rich Mediterranean culture.

Throughout the evening, you’ll stop at several carefully selected local venues to enjoy a variety of Provençal and Mediterranean specialties. One stop takes you to a historic bar once frequented by sailors and fishermen, where you’ll hear about Marseille’s maritime past. You’ll also visit a renowned local beer bar to sample artisanal brews, and a unique venue set in a former rope factory that now houses a restaurant and urban winery overlooking the Old Port. Here you’ll taste wines produced in the surrounding hills, where vineyards have existed since the Middle Ages.

The experience ends at a welcoming family-run restaurant located in a historic setting once connected to the stables of Saint-Victor Abbey, where you’ll enjoy traditional dishes prepared from cherished family recipes.

This tour offers the perfect combination of local gastronomy, history, and convivial atmosphere—an ideal evening for food lovers and curious travelers alike.