Best Things To Do in La Seyne-sur-mer, France

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THINGS TO DO AND SEE

  • Pont basculant de la Seyne-sur-Mer: A bascule bridge constructed in early 1900s. It’s permanently opened now.
  • Notre Dame de Bon Voyage: A magnificent church about 20 minutes away from the harbour.
  • Plage des Sablettes: A beautiful white sand beach, one of the most important tourist attractions of the town.
  • Provencal Market: The main Provencal style market in the city centre.
  • Fort Balaguier: An old fort, a cannon tower on the seaside that is still under the control of Navy.
  • Guided Tours: Private shore excursions from Toulon to La Seyne, with the help of tour guides is available in Toulon.

Below we have a list of things to do in La Seyne-sur-mer and the places where you want to spend the best moments of your trip. At the same time, the city offers you the best neighborhoods to explore and new foods to try.

This list should help you in deciding and prioritizing what you should plan on your La Seyne-sur-mer getaway. Find a mix of must-see tourist spots, underrated local hangouts, and maybe even a few new experiences you can try out.

Make the most of your trip to La Seyne-sur-mer with confidence.

Tourist Attractions in La Seyne-sur-mer

Here is the list of things to do in La Seyne-sur-mer and tourist attractions in city.

  1. Plage Des Sablettes

    4.3 (345 Votes)
    Plage Des Sablettes

    Beach, Cafe, Restaurant, Entertainment

    By all accounts, this is a beach for the family – it has everything from fine sands, long boulevards, blue waters, children’s playgrounds, and rental outfits from which you can get sun-beds and sun-umbrellas. It’s surrounded by cafes and restaurants along it’s entire length – many recommend getting a cold coffee or an ice-cream from these to enjoy during your strol...Read more
  2. Le Pont De La Seyne

    Landmark, Bridge

    This bridge is practically La Seyne Sur Mer’s main landmark. Built in the early 19th century to let the railway in to the local docks (otherwise the railway would have had to go through the city centre), the bridge has not been used since 1986. It was lifted up, and has since then pointed to the sky. Someone saw this 40 metre high edifice and thought – “What an excellent vanta...Read more
  3. Centre D'art Villa Tamaris

    4.1 (144 Votes)
    Centre D'art Villa Tamaris

    Art And Culture, Art Gallery

    Overlooking the bays of Lazaret and Toulon, the villa was built by Jean-Blaise Marius Michel for his first wife; today the palatial residence has been converted to a leading centre for contemporary art. About 15 exhibitions are held every year in contemporary painting, photography, with some focus on the style of Narrative Figuration. There is also a permanent collection at the villa – ab...Read more
  4. Fort Balaguier

    4.4 (127 Votes)
    Fort Balaguier

    Landmark, Fort

    The tower cannon fort was built to complement the Royal Tour’s defence of Toulon Harbour (since the harbour entrance was 1390 metres wide, and the maximum range of artillery was only 1000 metres). The walls of the fort are about 4 metres thick… and the real deadly intent of its size and location hits when you’re actually standing next to the cannons on top, staring out over t...Read more
  5. Notre-dame De Bon Voyage

    4.5 (83 Votes)
    Notre-dame De Bon Voyage

    Church, Religious Site

    Once a modest chapel built in 1603, once La Seyne Sur Mer separated from the town of Six Fours, and saw a steady increase in population, the chapel was remodelled into this magnificent church. Today, the hightlights of the church are as follows: The rose window The great marble altar Statues of Saint Peter and Saint Paul A great organ from 1892 The four bells The ornately decorate Romanesque d...Read more
  6. Battery Depeyras

    Museum

    Soaring 196 metres over the harbour of Toulon, this battery of guns is one of the only ones of its kind in perfect condition. Built in 1879, it has an incredible range, and was vital to the defence of the harbour. The fort has a small museum that explains its history. However, it is only ever open generally to the public in the third weekend of September, on the occasion of European Days. Other...Read more
  7. Parcfernandbraudel

    4.3 (18 Votes)
    Parcfernandbraudel

    Amusement Park, Park, Walking Area, Concert

    This simple park, 7.5 heactares in area, located on the isthmus between La Seyne-sur-Mer and Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer, is another spot where the locals come to unwind. Botanists can have some fun looking into the trees here – most of them are native. For kids, there’s a small amusement park. In the summer, the park hosts night markets and many concerts are held. Pack a picnic and come...Read more
  8. Corniche De Tamaris

    Beach, Garden, Walking Area, Architecture

    The Tamaris ledge is one of the nicest places in the city. On one side is the beautiful Lazaret Bay, and on the other a series of wonderful examples of Moorish architecture. This long walk, often the best way to get from Fort Balaguer to Sablettes Beach, is full of pretty trees and gardens. The locals say it’s a blessing that this little slice of paradise has not been commercialised by to...Read more
  9. The  Provencal Street Market In The City Centre

    Street Market, Shopping Center

    Fishermen and their wares, every day but Monday, selling their fish till a little into the afternoon. It’s definitely one of the most memorable things you’ll find to do in this city. Don’t be shy. Buy something. Bargain. Get into the spirit of things.
  10. Funnyland

    3.9
    2440 Corniche Georges Pompidou, 83500 La Seyne-sur-Mer, France
    Amusement Park
  11. 2 Parc Épargne Qrt Gatonne, 83500 La Seyne-sur-Mer, France
  12. 285 Avenue Fernand Léger, 83500 La Seyne-sur-Mer, France
    Church
  13. 1778 Route de Janas, 83500 La Seyne-sur-Mer, France
  14. 83500 La Seyne-sur-Mer, France
    Museum