Visit of La Ciotat: Humorous | Instructive | Old Center

4.9(22)2 hFree cancellationBy Visites Insolites et Secrètes de La Ciotat

About this activity

During the visit to the historic center of La Ciotat, you will be at the heart of more than 2000 years of history of the Celto-Ligures in cinema.

You will enjoy the many stories, legends, puzzles, anecdotes and songs gathered over more than 10 years by your Guide.

Many topics will be discussed in the visit:

◘ Literary personalities (Lamartine, Stendhal...)

◘ The development of shipyards

◘ The beautiful squares of the historic center

◘ The medieval city

◘ The wine of La Ciotat

◘ The ramparts of La Ciotat

◘ Napoleon and the siege of Toulon

◘ The plague of 1720

◘ The invention of the cinematograph by the Lumière brothers

◘ The invention of the Pétanque

What's included

✓Tour guide

Meeting and pickup

Meet in front of the ciotaden museum in front of the tourist office. Look for the man in the green hat!

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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