Car hire Marseille St. Charles TGV

Marseille is located on the coasts of the Mediterranean and its beauty is complemented by a backdrop of Provence's wild hills. It is actually among the oldest European cities with a history of being founded back in 600 BC by the Phoceans from Greece. Nowadays, the city offers an attractive venue to enjoy a holiday by the sea, with cheap car hire at Marseille Rail Station complementing the travel needs of visitors.

Marseille is well known for its traditions that visitors can soak up by simply taking leisurely walks around La Canbabiere and the Old Harbour, an area that is being overlooked by two forts dating back to the 17th century and the Old Town. Both neighbourhoods boast the ambience of little Provencal villages that each have their own playing field, a church, and plane trees. There is also the 19th century Notre Dame de La Garde, a Romano-Byzantine church that boasts picturesque views of the sea and the city from its terrace.

More of Marseille's history can be viewed by visiting its museums. The Museum of the Roman Docks displays the remains of ancient commerce and docks while the Museum of Fine Arts showcases works from major 17th and 19th-century Flemish, Italian, and French schools. La Jardin des Vestiges is included in the Museum of Local History and it displays ancient remains like a 3rd century ship that is well-preserved.

Marseille is actually Provence's seafood capital so sampling its seafood dishes including the famous hearty fish soup (bouillabaisse) should not be missed. The Old Port offers several dining options aside from the hidden eateries in the narrow pedestrianised streets by the Quai de Rive Nueve.

Close to Marseille are more interesting places to visit with budget car rental. Travellers who availed cheap car hire at Marseille Rail Station can drive to the calanques, the Mediterranean fjords.