MuCEM & Fort Saint-Jean
Mucem – Musée des civilisations de l'Europe et de la Méditerranée
A national museum opened in 2013, its black concrete lattice skin wrapping a cube like a fishing net, with a suspended footbridge linking to the medieval Fort Saint-Jean.
MuCEM was designed by architect Rudy Ricciotti. Its permanent and temporary exhibitions focus on the history, religions and everyday culture of the Mediterranean. The rooftop terrace and the garden on the walls of Fort Saint-Jean are free to visit and overlook the Old Port entrance and the sea. A suspended steel footbridge connects the two, making it one of Marseille's most photogenic viewpoints. Museum galleries require a ticket (about €11 to €13), and the museum is closed on Tuesdays, though you should check the official website. The nearby François Bréron building and the Marseille Cathedral can be visited on the way. It is about a 10-minute walk from the Old Port.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–18:00 (extended in summer); closed Tuesdays
Nearby sights
- Cosquer Méditerranée
- Marseille Cathedral (La Major)
- Abbey of Saint-Victor
- La Vieille Charité
- Le Panier
- Old Port of Marseille
- Marseille History Museum & Jardin des Vestiges
- Notre-Dame de la Garde