The Most Spectacular: Les Bords de Mer
The rooftop bar of the Les Bords de mer hotel is undoubtedly one of the best positioned in Marseille. This hotel with splendid architecture adorned with steel seems to have literally magically carved out a place between the city's most iconic road - la Corniche - the most famous beach - Les Catalans - and the Mediterranean horizon that the whole of France envies. Almost floating, this rooftop offers a menu of local and affordable tapas (around fifteen euros for lunch and around ten euros for dinner).
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From brandade to brousse sprinkled with poutargue, passing through Sicilian-style fried pizzas and lobster rolls, everything is very refined. You can also discover a selection of quality cocktails that elevate both the alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as exceptional wines from the Domaines de Fontenille which accompany the hotel in all its culinary offerings from the restaurant to the rooftop.
Les Bords de Mer
52 Corniche JF Kennedy - Marseille 7e
From November to April, Thursday to Sunday from 10:30 am to 7 pm
From May to October, every day from 10:30 am to 10:30 pm (depending on the weather)
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The most port-side: Matiasma
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The Matiasma amuses the taste buds with a simple and delicious menu. Here you can discover a series of "mezzés" to share: Keftedes, tomato carpaccio, and other homemade Greek specialties... as well as a team of bartenders ready to prepare colorful cocktails for you.
Matiasma
Les Terrasses du Port
9 quai du Lazaret - Marseille 2e
Open Tuesday to Saturday
From 7pm
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The most heavenly: Ciel
Located in the elegant and magnificent building that once housed the Galeries Lafayette, the rooftop bar CIEL offers breathtaking views of the skyline,...In the heart of the city of Marseille. From its very carefully decorated terrace, it feels like you can almost reach out and touch the basilica Notre-Dame, and that's no coincidence! Rare are the addresses so high up in Marseille, especially in the very center of the city.
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Because indeed, it is at the entrance of the Port of Marseille that you can find this great spot. They serve Bandol rosé or homemade Spritz at any time, from lunch to dinner, including the gigantic Sunday brunch.
Rowing club
34 boulevard Charles Livon - Marseille 7e
Open every day
From 12pm to 3pm & 6:30pm to midnight
Sunday from 11am to 3pm & 6pm to midnight
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The most secret: The Hermès Hotel
This rooftop, hidden between the Vieux-Port and the Panier district, we bet you don't all know it! To discover it, you have to push the doors of the Hermès Hotel, which offers a quite lovely view of the Port of Marseille and its surroundings.
Cakes at the dock. The hotel bar quietly keeps its sunny terrace with modern decor and delightful menu...
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To get there, all you have to do is climb up and admire the view. The cocktails are sparkling, the platters are generous, and we've heard through the grapevine that you can even find some good old cigars there. So if this atmosphere speaks to you, it's time to take the plunge.
Hotel Hermès Bar
2 rue Bonneterie - Marseille 2e
Open from Tuesday to Saturday (April to September)
From 6pm to 11pm
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The most urban: Les Réformés
With its breathtaking view on one side of the Réformés Church and on the other of the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde, the Les Réformés rooftop has a central place in Marseille. This establishment has helped give a huge boost to a neighborhood that was previously underexploited.
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At the top of a large modern cinema complex, it's like the cherry on top of the cake. They promise inventive cuisine with dishes like "snack octopus," "beetroot tatin," or "charcoal-smoked trout," all at very reasonable prices. And as for the evenings, they seem to be lively!
Les Réformés
125 La Canebière - Marseille 1st
Open every day
From 12:30pm to 1am
Saturday 12:30pm to 2am
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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to health, to be consumed in moderation