By ship
A Ferry Boat crosses the Old Harbour Vieux Port. It is a tourist attraction in itself known as the shortest commercial boat ride in Europe.
By taxi
Be careful of rogue taxi drivers. While there aren't many, there are a few and a â¬20 ride can quickly become a â¬40 ride. If you think you've been cheated get the taxi driver's number located in the rear of the car, often on the window and go to the Tourist's Office at 4, La Canebière near Le Vieux Port and speak to a representative, they can and will get your money back if you've been ripped off. They will also get the taxi driver in significant trouble.
By car
Avoid taking your car if you possibly can. Marseille, at least the centre, has narrow streets, one-way streets, random lane changes and so on which can drive both locals and non-locals crazy. The local drivers have a well deserved reputation for fearlessness - particularly if they are on two wheels. In addition, Marseille has some of the lowest parking fines in France - parking fines are rarely enforced and consequently you will find cars parked and sometimes double parked everywhere.
Due to the new tunnel that is being built to try to alleviate some of Marseille's traffic problems, satellite navigational systems such as the Tom Tom are likely to be out of date and dangerous if followed. For instance, following a Tom Tom in the centre of Marseille could take you across newly installed pedestrian areas or Tram lines. The one-way system has also completely changed.