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Image made with a sublime place of St Tropez, where the red roofs of the houses and the azure shore away from the horizon of the mountains.
Image made with a sublime place of St Tropez, where the red roofs of the houses and the azure shore away from the horizon of the mountains.

Discover Provence (Toulon), France

Lavender Fields. Artisan Markets.

Situated in Southern France on the Mediterranean Coast, Toulon is known for its military history and today remains as an important naval base. The old town of Toulon is the most charming neighborhood to walk around with streets adorned with small squares, fountains, quaint shops and cafes. You'll find the locals shopping the open-air Provencal market which is held on the Cours Lafayette every morning.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Provence (Toulon)

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Saint Tropez, France Panoramic view of St Tropez.
Rotonde at the Place de General de Gaulle at the entrance to the Cours Mirabeau Fontaine de la Rotonde.
Toulon Opera House, Provence, France Opera House in Toulon.
Sail boats in Toulon port, France. Sail boats docked at Toulon port.
Notre-Dame de la Garde (literally Our Lady of the Guard), the basilica in Marseille, France. This ornate Neo-Byzantine church is situated at the highest natural point of the city. Notre-Dame of la Garde Basilica on top of the hill.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Port Grimaud, France

Famous For

Lying on a natural harbor on the French Riviera, Toulon is France’s principal naval base, and the waterfront is always full of life.

French Bouillabaisse fish soup with seafood, salmon fillet, shrimp, rich taste, tasty dinner

Exquisite Flavors

Be sure to try bouillabaisse, a local seafood stew, and ratatouille, a vegetable medley. Fresh herbes de Provence and lavender honey from nearby fields are unique to the region.

View on cable car to Mount Faron with the city in the background, Toulon, France

Fun Facts

For the ultimate view of Toulon, ride the cable car up nearly 1,900 feet to Mount Faron. Don’t miss the WWII memorial at the top.

Port Name & Location

Port of Toulon, France
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The local language is French. Say "how much does this cost?" in French: "combien cela cote-t-il?"

Time Zone

CET (Central Europe Time)
UTC/GMT +2 hours

Currency & Shopping

European Currency (EUR)
Native crafts, souvenirs and farmers market.

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Two hikers at viewpoint in the mountains enjoying beautiful view of the valley with a lake and sunny warm weather in summer, green trees around

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