Tickets to Château d’If, Marseille
Tickets to Château d’If, Marseille
Duration: 7 hours (approx.)
7 hours (approx.)
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Tour the island fortress prison of Chateau d’If that inspired, "The Count of Monte Cristo" at your own pace to this eerie yet stunning monument!
Explore a perfectly-preserved historical monument on the Mediterranean coastline and learn plenty of historic tales.
Gasp at the eerie landmark that inspired the 19th-century novel, The Count of Monte Cristo.
As you walk through the monument, you’ll see old graffiti by past prisoners across the walls.
Gain a better understanding of why this fort was built in the first place.
Fun Fact: This mythical landmark inspired the popular novel, The Count of Monte Cristo (which was translated worldwide) and 23 films.
Entry to Château d’If
Ferry ride to the island
Château d’If on a small island in Marseille, France, with a boat docked nearby.
Perched upon a rocky island on the Mediterranean sits the world-renowned island fort that is Chateau d’If. Right opposite Marseille’s Vieux Port, feel surrounded by a blanket of this city’s history. Immortalized as a landmark in the famous novel from the 19th century, The Count of Monte Cristo, you don’t want to skip out on this opportunity to tour the insides.
This fort was built in 1524 as a prison by François I. With time, it gained the terrifying reputation of being the dying ground for those who resisted and opposed royal power. But the Château d’If was actually built for other noble reasons, the priority of which was given to the safety of Marseilles. Travel back in time and find yourself in the 16th century and relive scenes from the novel and movies in this iconic prison.
Château d’If fortress with sailboats in the Mediterranean Sea, Marseille, France.
Château d’If fortress on rocky island, Marseille, France.
Château d’If on a small island in Marseille, France, with a boat docked nearby.
Château d’If fortress with sailboats in the Mediterranean Sea, Marseille, France.
Château d’If fortress on rocky island, Marseille, France.
Château d’If courtyard with stone staircase and central well in Marseille, France.
Important Information
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Please note that there is free admission during the following days: European Heritage Days on the third weekend of Sep, and every first Sunday of the month from Nov to Mar.
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Entry is free for anyone under the age of 18 years, and for European Union nationals or non-EU residents in France aged between 18 and 25 years (an ID is necessary).
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Entry is free for disabled guests with an accompanying adult, jobseekers (on presentation of a certificate less than 6 months old), and holders of a valid education pass.
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In case of bad weather, the Château d'If will be closed.
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This ticket has no audio guides available. However, you will enjoy a subtitled film screened during your visit.
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All guests are required to follow the safety instructions indicated at the entrance of the monument strictly.
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Please note that some spaces might remain closed for safety reasons.
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The last sea shuttle towards the castle departs at 3:15 PM.
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The experience is not accessible for people with mobility issues.
Château d’If courtyard with stone staircase and central well in Marseille, France.
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