Pharo-Emile Duclaux Garden

The Jardin du Pharo or Émile-Duclaux, surrounds the Palais du Pharo.
The 5.7 hectares offer a breathtaking view of the Old Port and the North coast of Marseille, the Mucem and the ballet of ferries leaving the port. A real invitation to travel...
In some squares, the playgrounds can still be used but are under the responsibility of parents who must ensure that health regulations are respected, including physical distance.

The Emile Duclaux garden, which surrounds the Palais du Pharo, is characterized by an unobstructed view of the Vieux-Port and the northern coast of Marseille. Paths along the edge of the cliffs allow walkers to discover astonishing viewpoints and the site is ideal for observing the ballet of ferries leaving the port, a real invitation to travel... During a stay in Marseille in 1852, Louis Napoleon was seduced by the site and expressed the wish to have a residence with his feet in the water. On August 15, 1858, the first stone of the Palais du Pharo was laid.

A residence that neither the Prince, who became Napoleon III, nor the Empress were ever to live in. Bequeathed to the City of Marseille, the residence was transformed into a medical school in 1905. Later, the park was opened to the public and the Palais du Pharo became the home of various municipal services. Today, the Pharo is an international venue equipped with a 900-seat underground auditorium and a catering area for congresses, conferences and concerts. Above the auditorium, a vast lawn in front of the palace provides a good view and an attractive playground is a favorite place for children.