Château d'If Ticket in Marseille

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Château d'If will be closed on 30 January 2025, Thursday for internal meetings
  • Book through Klook and avail of tickets to enter this impressive centuries-old fortress known as Château d'If!
  • Explore the halls of a castle that served as the setting for Alexander Dumas’ “The Count of Monte Cristo”
  • Wander around the prison and the cells where those who opposed the French royal powers were jailed
  • Open your information pamphlet and learn about the history and significance of the chateau as you move along
  • Breathe in the soothing smell of sea salt and marvel at the gorgeous expanse of the Mediterranean Sea

What to expect

If you’re visiting the magnificent city of Marseille during your trip to France and you’re wondering what you can do over there, then you might want to know that there’s a preserved centuries-old castle there that you can visit. Book through Klook and avail of skip-the-line tickets to enter the incredible fortress known as Château d'If without having to go through the hassles of lining up! It’s one of the most popular attractions near the city. It’s parting of the Frioul archipelago on the Mediterranean Sea and it can only be accessed by hopping on a boat. Marvel at its towering walls and stroll along its rampartings. If you’re a fan of Alexander Dumas’ novels, then you’ll be delighted to be in one of the settings for his acclaimed novel, “The Count of Monte Cristo”. Open your information pamphlet as you saunter down the halls and learn about how the castle turned into a prison for those who rebelled agains the French royal powers in the past. Enter the many jail cells and learn about the people who inhabited them. The fortress also has wonderful vantage points that’ll give you amazing views of the Mediterranean Sea’s gorgeous expanse, so make sure to bring a camera so you can take breathtaking snapshots of the seascape while you revel in the joys of feeling a cool sea breeze wafting on your face. This is definitely a must for any adventurer visiting Marseille.

a view of the Château d'If's ramparts
Book through Klook and avail of skip-the-line tickets to enter the famous fortress known as Château d'If
a view of the outside of Château d'If jails
Explore the castles interiors and learn about its history as a prison for people who opposed French royalty
a semi-bird's eye view of the Château d'If with the city of Marseille in the distance
Make sure to bring a camera so you can take wonderful snapshots of the Mediterranean Sea's expanse

Good to know

Coronavirus: Health & Safety Measures

  • Wearing a mask is compulsory for all visitors on the boat and in the monument. Visitors are required to bring their own masks
  • The distance of 1 meter (3.3 feet) between each visitor must be respected (except for families and groups)
  • The shed and some of the cells are closed for visitors
  • A one-way visit route has been implemented and is clearly marked to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all visitors and staff of Château d'If

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