Experience a multicultural capital
Marseille is one of the Mediterranean’s most vibrant and distinctive cities, making it an exceptional place to take your CELTA. Set between sea and hills, the city offers a unique combination of urban life, coastline and culture. Known for its international outlook, creative energy and multicultural identity, it has become one of France’s most exciting destinations for students, teachers and visitors from around the world. The centre is located in the Préfecture district, close to the Vieux-Port and within easy reach of some of Marseille’s best-known neighbourhoods, cafés and cultural spaces. The lively Cours Julien,the historic Panier district and the city’s waterfront are all nearby, making it easy to explore the city during your stay. Among the 111 districts of Marseille, don’t miss the North African markets and food stalls of Noailles (downtown), the leafy streets of Endoume and Vauban (uptown) where one can sit next to La Bonne Mère to watch the sun setting over the Mediterranean sea. The city centre is rich and eclectic, it is now renowned for its excellent culinary scene, as well as its countless bars and terraces where you can relax, sip a pastis, eat panisses and watch the world go by. And don’t forget Marseille’s legendary football club, Olympique de Marseille and its local legend Zinedine Zidane. Whether you are joining us from elsewhere in France or travelling internationally, Marseille offers the opportunity to combine internationally recognized teacher training with an unforgettable experience of the Mediterranean region.
A gateway to Provence
To those that know, it’s no surprise that Marseille is rapidly becoming one of the trendiest cities in France. Beyond the city itself, Marseille is the gateway to the famous region of Provence. During your CELTA course, you are within easy reach of the Calanques National Park, the beautiful crystal clear beaches of Cassis, the cities of Aix-en-Provence, Arles and many of the towns and villages that make this region so well known. While in Marseille, experience the best of Provence and the South of France, accessible by train, boat, bus and bike. From the spectacular coastline to the unique landscapes of Luberon and the Camargue, the region offers endless opportunities for exploration. Enjoy local culture, vibrant markets, and a relaxed outdoor lifestyle. Sporty, relaxing, gourmet and authentic, Provence combines stunning landscapes, Mediterranean living, local traditions, and exceptional food and wine.
Marseille in the press
In 2022, it was the only French city named in Time magazine’s “Top Places To Visit in the World” list; The Guardian newspaper can’t stop raving about its culinary delights; and CNN were so blown away by it in 2023 that they insisted “a visit to this underrated city should be on everyone’s bucket list“. They are absolutely right! A melting pot of cultures has given Marseille an identity that not many French cities can compete with. A long heritage of settling travellers has made the multilingual streets a pleasure to wonder. Marseille has increasingly attracted international attention in recent years for its creative energy, cultural life and quality of life. In 2024, Timeout voted it “the coolest neighbourhood in the World”. Recent international coverage from 2026 has described the city as: “the new Berlin on the Med” — The Irish Times, Europe’s “new capital of cool” — CNN, Notre-Dame-du-Mont, “home to one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods” — The Guardian, and “the edgy city emerging as Europe’s new capital of cool” — CNN. Marseille is a perfect spot to spend a month studying a CELTA, join us now!
