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Parc Borély, Marseille

Avenue du Parc Borély, Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Description

Parc Borély is a municipal park in Marseille; it covers 17ha and consists of a French style Garden, an English Garden and a horse racetrack. It was created in the 17th century by Joseph Borély, a ship owner and wine merchant, as part of his estate that included a country house (the Château Borély). It was acquired by the municipality in the middle of the 19h century. A promenade connects the park to the seaside.

Access & Transport

The parc is 4.5km south of the city center, in the 8th arrondissement. Bus 19 and 83 alight on its northern side and bus 44 on its southern one. Metro is also a viable option for those who don't mind walking: the Rond Point du Prado station (M2) is 2km northeast of the parc. For parking, you can try Av. du Parc Borély or at the racecourse next door.

Instructions & Recommendations

We suggest combining a visit there with some time at the Prado beach, a 5-10mins walk away. If you have a car, you can also head to the Calanques national park (reviewed separately) for a hike and possibly a swim.

Meta review

The park gets excellent reviews, both from local families who highlight the kids' playground and pond with ducks as well as travellers who enjoy it as a break from the city, noting that the opening hours are surprisingly long for a public park and that it is located close to the seaside.

Environmental & Social

Green activity. It also provides public green spaces for residents to enjoy

Conclusion

The Parc Borély is, in our opinion, not a must see in the city but, for anybody spending at least three days visiting Marseille, it is the perfect "green break", especially for families with younger kids. It also makes a good combination with the beaches that can be reached through a short walk along a promenade.

Key positive

Rare green space in Marseille

Good option for families

Key negative

None

Suitability

Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

June 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 40m

est. visit time:1h 30m

Regulated hours

Monday06:00 - 21:00

Tuesday06:00 - 21:00

Wednesday06:00 - 21:00

Thursday06:00 - 21:00

Friday06:00 - 21:00

Saturday06:00 - 21:00

Sunday06:00 - 21:00

Pricing
Free

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