The Emile Duclaux garden surrounding le ‘Palais du Pharo’, is characterized by the breathtaking view of the ‘Vieux- port’ and the North coast of Marseille. A path located by a cliff gives the opportunity for walkers to discover amazing views. The site is ideal to observe the procession of ferries leaving the ‘Vieux Port’, a real invitation to travel. During his stay in Marseille, in 1852, Louis Napoleon was seduced by the area and expressed the wish to own a residence there with his feet in the water. On the 15th of August 1858, the first stone of the palace was laid.
