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Pharo Palace

The Pharo Palace is a historic monument in Marseille, built in the 19th century on the orders of Napoleon III for the Empress Eugénie, although the imperial couple never lived there. The palace, in Second Empire style, is not open for casual visits and currently serves as a conference centre and premises of Aix-Marseille University. However, its 5.7-hectare public park, known as the Jardin du Pharo or Parc Émile Duclaux, is free to enter and offers exceptional panoramic views over the Vieux-Port, Fort Saint-Nicolas, the Mucem, La Major cathedral and Notre-Dame de la Garde. The park has a large lawn and, since 2013, the public art installation 'Désordre', made up of 84 monumental arches by the sculptor Bernar Venet. It is a favourite spot for locals and visitors to stroll, picnic or simply admire the view. The palace was listed as a Historic Monument in 2025.

Things to do at Pharo Palace: 1 missions

• View the panoramic view of the Old PortView the beautiful panoramic view of the Old Port from the glazed rooms beneath the gardens.

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Source: palaisdupharo.marseille.fr