Some people will despise the place due to its multicultural make up and notorious reputation for being dangerous for tourists. Others, such as myself, may love it due to its 'edgy' atmosphere.
I did form the opinion that there was a need to be 'on your guard' because you never knew quite what you'd see when you turned the next corner. It was rough, especially around Vieux Port and Gare Saint-Charles (which, incidentally, is one of the most modern/nicest stations I've ever been to), but even though there were quite a few undesirable/shady characters loitering around, I didn't think it was much different to Rome, Barcelona or other major cities when it comes to keeping safe.
The main tourist area is Vieux Port where there are plenty of bars/restaurants and other places to relax within the vicinity though the place is notorious for petty crime and also because it was where Russia and England's fans clashed during the Euro 2016 tournament. Nevertheless, it's still a nice place to go for a stroll along the port-side - especially if the weather is nice.
A couple of miles away (but not quite within walking distance) is the Stade Velodrome, which is home to Olympique Marseille. It's one of the biggest stadiums in France and it's striking new roof, constructed in time for Euro 2016, has added an extra layer of character to the whole stadium. Whether you visit on a matchday or non-matchday, it's definitely worth a visit.
Other things to potentially see/visit include Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde which is high up on the hillside overlooking the whole city.
I'll blog my experience of watching Marseille play Athletic Bilbao (a game which included a cracking goal) in the next couple of days, but for now... enjoy the photos!
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