Discover the award-winning Mucem and uncover the history of European and Mediterranean civilizations. Explore the charming Panier district at your own pace with a digital audio tour.

Located in the heart of Marseille, the Mucem’s vibrant architecture and stunning concrete lace are perfect for an unforgettable snapshot. Step inside, and you’ll be greeted by storytelling exhibits that lead you through history, art and culture with rare artifacts, sculptures and more. Climb to the top of Fort Saint-Jean, built in 1660 by Louis XIV, and marvel at the panoramic views of the waterfront.

Afterwards, continue exploring the Panier district of Marseille with an audio tour. Enjoy 18 points of interest, including Maison Diamantée, Hôtel Dieu and much more.

Why you’ll love this…

There's an opportunity to explore the Mucem and its European and Mediterranean cultural exhibits
You'll see the Mucem's unique concrete lace architecture and its light and shadow effects
The museum showcases the history, art, and culture of the region through various exhibits
You can enjoy an audio tour of the Panier district, covering 18 points of interest
It's a comprehensive experience combining museum exploration and a neighbourhood tour

Important to know

Accessibility

Mucem is wheelchair accesible

Know in advance:

This experience includes an e-ticket, which will be available for download and sent via WhatsApp within 24 hours of your travel date
The Mucem is open Wednesday to Monday from 10:00 am to 06:00 pm. Last entry is 45 minutes before closing
Opening hours may vary seasonally. May to June: 10:00 am - 07:00 pm; July to August: 10:00 am - 08:00 pm; September to October: 10:00 am - 07:00 pm; November to December: 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
Scan the QR code on your voucher to download the audio guide before arrival. Please note this audio guide is for the Panier district only, and an internal Mucem audio guide is not included
The Mucem is fully wheelchair accessible, and Fort Saint-Jean has some limited accessibility
The audio guide is available in: English, Chinese, German, French, Italian and Spanish
Photography of concrete mesh credited to © Architects Rudy Ricciotti and Roland Carta / Mucem

Remember to bring:

Your own headphones to listen to the audio guide

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Audio guide
Entrance ticket
Permanent exhibitions
Temporary exhibitions
Multilingual audio commentary
Skip-the-line ticket

What’s not included

Individual headset
Tour guide

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Mucem Musée des civilisations de l'Europe et de la Méditerranée, Esplanade J4, Marseille, France

Meeting point:

Visitors can head directly to the Mucem, located at 7 Promenade, Robert Laffont, 13002 Marseille. Please have your ticket downloaded and ready to show.