The Destination

We invite you to meet under the benevolent gaze of Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde for an authentic experience in the grandest of Provence’s luxury hotels, perched above the Old Port. The InterContinental Marseille – Hotel Dieu enjoys a privileged location and serves as a gateway to Provence and the Mare Nostrum, just 5 minutes’ walk from the Old Port, offering a wealth of activities…

Bring your teams together in an exceptional setting

High-definition map of Marseille showing the main tourist sites and the location of the InterContinental Hôtel-Dieu

Discover Marseille differently

Sailing regatta in the Mediterranean Sea off Marseille, nautical activity available to guests of the InterContinental Hôtel-Dieu

Sailing in the Marseille bay

The more adventurous can set sail for a trip across the bay of Marseille – one of the most beautiful bays in the world, enjoying 300 days of sunshine a year. An ideal activity to bring company colleagues together in a non-professional environment and strengthen team cohesion. From the Pointe Rouge beach – a famous windsurfing spot – to the secret coves of the Frioul archipelago, nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike will enjoy discovering the many faces of the Marseille coastline.

2CV tour through the streets of Marseille, an original sightseeing excursion from the InterContinental Hôtel-Dieu

A tour by 2CV

What could be more distinctive than the iconic 2CV to discover the charms of a city and its region? Whether cultural or gastronomic, each stop on your itinerary will let you discover or rediscover the rich heritage of the Marseille terroir. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to take routes that offer experiences as surprising as they are delightful: a 100% Marseille Chic journey.

The Calanques of Marseille seen from the sea, a protected natural site accessible from the InterContinental Hôtel-Dieu

The Calanques

Set sail from the pontoon on the Old Port, in front of the InterContinental – Marseille Hotel Dieu, for a relaxing cruise. Discover by sea one of Marseille’s most treasured coastal gems: the Calanques – synonymous with wonder and beauty, with turquoise and crystal-clear waters framed by loaves of rock clinging to a labyrinth of limestone cliffs… Be amazed together by these enchanting landscapes…

Cassis vineyards overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, an oenotourism excursion from Marseille and the InterContinental Hôtel-Dieu

A rosé wine tasting?

Why not extend your journey to Cassis, its vineyards and cliff-side wine cellars? There, in the company of passionate winemakers and sommeliers, you can taste the quintessential refreshing drink of Provence: rosé wine. In the magnificent village of Cassis, facing the Mediterranean and beneath the cliffs of Cap Canaille, you will find the renowned Clos Saint Magdeleine. The cellar tours, oenology classes and dinners among the vines on offer there are one of the finest ways to immerse yourself in the Provençal terroir and discover this drink that enlivens your summer evenings.

Hot air balloon flight over the lavender fields of Provence, a romantic excursion from Marseille © iStock François Roux

Provence by Hot Air Balloon

Provence seen from the sky… The matte gold of perched villages, the chalky white of the Alpilles massif, the intoxicating violet of lavender fields in bloom, the ochre of Roussillon, the cool green of vines before the harvest, the intense red and yellow of poppy and sunflower fields… So many colours of Provence to discover from a unique vantage point — from the basket of a hot air balloon. A suspended moment that will create a lasting memory among your crew, for a time of rest above exceptional landscapes.

Sandy beach on the Mediterranean coast near Marseille, a seaside destination accessible from the InterContinental Hôtel-Dieu © Unsplash Elena Popova

Walking tours of two timeless cities

Arles, the most Roman city in Provence and a source of inspiration for some of the greatest artists — most famously the iconic Van Gogh. Aix-en-Provence, whose celebrated Cours Mirabeau lined with cafés and restaurants, and the sublime Sainte-Victoire mountain, were immortalised so many times by the painter Cézanne… Two mythical Provençal cities to explore on foot, so that all their hidden secrets and stories that animate these timeless streets may be revealed. Immerse your guests in the soul of Provence and inspire group cohesion…

Enjoy our services and let yourself be guided throughout your experience before heading out to discover Marseille. We are here to accompany you.