Marseille by Eric Cantona

‘Droit au But’ – the OM motto means ‘Right to the Goal’ and they know a thing or two about finding the back of the net.

Regularly averaging the highest attendance in Ligue 1, Olympique Marseille’s fanbase isn’t one to be underestimated. Get ready to JUMP to the Van Halen classic in the Velodrome that kicks off each game and prepare to witness the magic of Les Minots.

With nine Ligue 1 titles to their name and still the only club in France to have ever been crowned European Champions, this is the very best of French football.

From Le Classique’s against fierce rivals PSG to Champions League fixtures under the lights – Marseille are on their way to reigniting the glory days, and a match in the Mediterranean is most definitely one for your bucket list.

Trip highlights

Football-themed walking tour

Take a behind the scenes look at the Stade Orange Velodrome on a football-obsessed city tour. From the port to the Velodrome, hear the stories of what made this city the football powerhouse it is today.

Olympique Marseille masterclass of taste

Football and food go hand in hand in France’s oldest city. Discover how this truly multicultural city has put itself firmly on the French foodie map, from Panisse to Pissaladière this port city offers flavours from around the world.

Watch an Olympique Marseille home game at the iconic Orange Vélodrome.

Stade (Orange) Vélodrome is the second largest stadium in France and the largest club stadium in france. Built in 1937 it hosts a variety of sporting events but belongs to Les Phoceens and is first and foremost the home of OM!

Itinerary

DAY 1 - WARM UP: Meet your Trip Captain and new fan friends

We Kick Off the evening at Brasserie OM Café, a homage to OM, for food and drinks.

We’ll soak up the Port atmosphere before heading deeper into Marseille’s vibrant night scene.
DAY 2 - EXPERIENCE THE PASSION: Join us on an epic footy-themed walking tour through Marseille’s streets covering the history, passion, good times and bad of the city and the club.

We’ll visit the imposing Orange Velodrome for a behind the scenes look at this impressive stadium.

We’ll broaden our Marseille football knowledge with a Masterclass form a local OM expert.

An appetite built up, we’ll tuck into our foodie tour of Marseille’s melting pot of flavours.
DAY 3 - THE BIG MATCH: Morning or day at leisure to soak up this atmospheric city before we kick out to Orange Velodrome.

Drinks and traditional pre-match snacks at Brasserie du stade

Expect an atmosphere like no other as you’ll be in the heart of the action

After final whistle, the party continues outside, before we head to La Cane Biere, to continue the celebrations before our farewell dinner.
DAY 4 - FULL TIME: Debrief with some post-match analysis over breakfast with new friends.

Time to head home – which match will we see you at next?

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Accommodation

Your accommodations are hand-selected for each and every game from a portfolio of rigorously-vetted hotels. Our Trip Design team prioritises location, proximity to activities, comfort, and design to ensure your stay is a goal, every time. In Marseille, we often stay at hotels such as Hotel Belle-Vue Vieux-Port, the Hôtel Maison Montgrand – Vieux Port or similar.

Inclusions

What's Included

GAME SEATS: The superfan experience in all its passion and glory
MASTERCLASS: Deep dive into local football culture, led by a local personality
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE: An inside look at the legendary stadiums of one of football's greatest cities
CITY WALKING TOUR: Get to know the home team's stomping grounds with a football-themed city walking tour
HUMAN-FIRST : You'll learn the songs and chants to yell with Les Phoceens in the Velodrome.
TRIP CAPTAIN: A Trip Captain is available 24/7 to host and enhance your experience. Trip Captains are local experts and fans who are there to make sure you're having the trip of a lifetime!
FOOD & DRINKS: Breakfast is included every morning, along with two curated group dinners, and one lunch. Plus, we'll celebrate with a nightly round of drinks on Eric!

Reasons to Book

ULTIMATE MASTERCLASS

All trips are vetted by the King, Eric Cantona himself, to maximize the most important aspect – passion.

FOOTBALL TRAVEL EXPERTS

Our exceptional experiences are led by local football fanatics who know the heart and the soul of their club inside and out.

FAN CHANT WORKSHOP

We provide the most authentic and action packed football fan experiences imaginable

FIND YOUR VOICE

We connect you to a community of passionate football fans who are the beating heart of the football experience

Amazing from start to finish!

After finding this ‘once in a lifetime’ experience for my husband’s birthday it was a no brainer! From the minute we booked, the team acknowledged and knew who we were, being on hand with any questions. Upon arriving in Marseille, the team welcomed us at the hotel and were extremely accommodating with our later than planned arrival! And from that moment onwards, they were approachable, friendly, helpful, fun and extremely clear in organising a group of 50+!

I wasn’t sure how we would find an itinerary based trip, usually deciding what we do each day when away, but honestly, we would do it again in a heartbeat. The planned activities were all 10/10, unforgettable experiences – and the amount of ‘free time’ you get inbetween to do your own thing and explore the area balances it all out.

The trip was surreal, an experience you wouldn’t ever dream possible (especially for my Husband, meeting and spending two days with his all time football hero!!).

Don’t even hesitate when considering booking, the memories you make and the people you meet are worth every penny!

Thank you again to Dharma and LookingFC for making my husband one happy man 😂🙌🏻 and for giving us the trip of a lifetime!

– Jess Southworth

Marseille. Cantona. Magnifique!

The Looking FC team managed to capture an exclusive, authentic and local football experience for travelers from all around the world. From learning about the culture in Marseille to the many activities with Eric Cantona, the trip went beyond my expectations!

-F Khan

A unique experience!

A unique experience! Meeting King Eric Cantona was incredible! Dharma, Looking FC and his wonderful crew made a dream come true! Lots of new friends coming from all over the world made this trip and my birthday something to remember for the rest of my life!

– Eric

FAQs

WHAT AIRPORT/TRAIN STATION SHOULD I ARRIVE INTO?: Airport: Marseille (MRS),
Train Station: Marseille Saint Charles
WHAT’S THE FOOD LIKE?: The Marseille food scene has evolved over centuries to create the melting pot of choices it presents today. This historic port city has seen hundreds of years of flavours and dishes arrive to its bustling port area and make the city its home, from trendy restaurants to flavoursome street food, Marseille has the lot!
DO I NEED A VISA TO TRAVEL TO THIS CITY?: We strongly advise that you review official travel requirements for your country of departure and arrival before confirming any booking, as requirements for travel visas do vary based on your nationality and final destination.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?: Bring your phone, lucky club scarf, strong stadium singing voice, and a profound desire to get under the skin of one of the most historically rich and diverse cities football has to offer.
HOW MUCH FREE TIME WILL I HAVE?: We’ve designed our trips to maximize your time in the city and our days are pretty action packed. All activities are optional, however, and you are welcome to dip in and out of the experiences as you wish. We’ve planned the itineraries to ensure you have some downtime on most afternoons.
ARE THERE ANY CASUAL 5-A-SIDE GAMES IN TOWN I COULD PARTICIPATE IN?: Casual games are played most nights of the week. If you would like to join as a ‘ringer’ please let your Trip Captain know.

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