Discover this unique three-mile long coastal road on an enjoyable day trip that encompasses sight-seeing and shopping. Drive along the Corniche, which was constructed between 1850 and 1861, and enjoy the stunning views of its craggy coves and beaches, as well as the offshore islands including the If Castle fortress, which was built in 1524, and sits on the tiny Isle of If. View the impressive Cathedral de la Major, an extravagant Neo-Byzantine structure that goes back to the 19th century, and also the busy Le Vieux Port. A stop will be made here enabling you to browse the little shops and boutiques, as well as enjoy the views from the harbor across the city. View the Basilica Notre-Dame de la Garde, which is famous for its amazing gilded statue of the Virgin and Child, before heading back to Marseilles pier, through this lively and unforgettable Mediterranean town.