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The seaside town of La Ciotat is located in the south of France, east of Marseille. Famous for being home to the first ever film in the history of cinema, a fifty-second long film filmed by the Lumière brothers, the culture of La Ciotat makes it the ideal place for exploring. Hiring a car is a great way to discover this coastal town; with its stretch of beautiful sandy beaches and quaint markets and shops, there's plenty to do, to both relax and discover the wonderful settings of La Ciotat.
One of the major attractions of La Ciotat, is the 7km stretch of sand beaches. Not only is the coastline the perfect spot for relaxing and topping up the tan, but there is also the chance to try water sports and go scuba diving. Hire a car in La Ciotat, and you can throw your swimming gear and beach towels in the boot and take a trip to one of the town's glorious beaches. If you don't fancy the sand between your toes, you should take the time to visit Parc du Mugel, listed by the French Ministry of Culture as one of the Notable Gardens of France. It's a beautiful spot, with a large a range of tropical and Provençal plants.
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A quick guide to La Ciotat
Best Western Premier Hôtel du Vieux‑Port
252 Quai François Mitterrand, 13600 La Ciotat
4‑star on the Old Port quay (~250 m/3‑minute walk to harbour); contemporary rooms, rooftop pool and buffet breakfast; on‑site underground parking.
Moxy La Ciotat
756 Avenue Emile Bodin, 13600 La Ciotat
Funky 3‑star ~1 km (~12‑minute stroll) from the port; seasonal outdoor pool, shared lounge and terrace; private parking for a small fee.
Hôtel La Rotonde
194 Boulevard de la République, 13600 La Ciotat
Cosy mid‑range ~500 m from beach and Old Port; Mediterranean‑coloured rooms, buffet breakfast and four on‑site spaces (subject to availability).
La Tête d’Ail
13 Boulevard Anatole France, 13600 La Ciotat
Family‑run French‑Mediterranean ~5‑minute walk from harbour; fresh seafood and seasonal plates with veg/kids’ options; nearby time‑disc street parking.
Kitch and Cook
4 Pl. Esquiros, 13600 La Ciotat
Stylish hideaway on a historic lane with ~30 outdoor seats and creative plating; public parking at Bérouard (~200 m).
Roche Belle
455 Cor du Liouquet, 13600 La Ciotat
Provençal restaurant on a hillside with shaded terrace and sea views; park at Port de Plaisance lot then ~4‑minute walk uphill.
Parc du Mugel
Calanque du Mugel, 13600 La Ciotat
12‑hectare maritime botanical garden at the foot of the calanque—tropical/Mediterranean flora, shady paths and small beach; ~2 km drive with on‑site parking.
Eden Theatre
25 Bd Georges Clemenceau, 13600 La Ciotat
Oldest purpose‑built cinema still operating (1899); guided visits evoke the Lumière era; park at La Tasse or Bérouard (~6‑minute walk).
Calanque de Figuerolles
5071 Av. Figuerolles, 13600 La Ciotat
Rugged coves and pebble beach ~2 km west with short trails; parking available; boats from Old Port reach nearby Île Verte (~15 minutes).
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