What is the water and sand quality of the Prado Beach?

The coastline of Prado Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Prado Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Prado Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Prado Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Kite and windsurfing </li><li>Surfing</li></ul>

Is the Prado Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.Prado Beach is fully protected from waves.So the overall recommendation of the Prado Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Prado Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Prado Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Prado Beach?

The bar is located right on the Prado Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Le David Brasserie is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Prado Beach?

There are 2189 places to stay in the Prado Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Prado Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=54427&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">nhow Marseille</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=57788&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Golden Tulip Villa Massalia</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=53707&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Mercure Marseille Centre Prado Velodrome</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6297964&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Charmant studio Prado Perier proche des plages</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2870687&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Les Toits du Prado</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6735783&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Cozy studio with terrace close to the Prado beach in Marseille Welkeys</a></li></ul>

How far is the Prado Beach from parking?

The Prado Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Prado Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Prado Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Digue du Prado located in 0.4 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Prado Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Prado Beach is July. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 11°C and water 14°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Prado Beach (Bouches-du-Rhone) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Prado Beach (Bouches-du-Rhone) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Prado Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Prado Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Prado Beach with spacious multi bays

Photo of Prado Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Prado Beach

Plage du Prado

Marseille, France

7.8

#150 out of 492 in Alpes-Côte d'Azur 25

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Fully waves protected Good for Surfing

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Located within the settlement

Marseille • 3.8 km

Map of beach

Fitness Center Set Marseille

8.8 - Excellent 1.7km

Sports Complex Patinoire Palais Omnisports Marseille Grand-Est

3.2km

Park Parc Balnéaire du Prado

150m

Park Parc Borély

820m

Park Escale BORELY

830m

Park Villa Valmer

2km

Hiking Area Malmousque Marseille

2.1km

Park Campagne Pastré

2.4km

Park Parc du 26ème Centenaire

2.6km

Park Jardin de la Colline Puget

2.8km

Park Parc Émile Duclaux

3.3km

Bar Buvette du roucas

8 - Very good 210m

Bar Le Standart Marseille

8 - Very good 220m

Bar Le David Brasserie

7.6 - Very good 220m

Bar Le Robinson

7.8 - Very good 230m

Bar La Maronaise Café

8.2 - Very good 240m

Cafe Ice Park

8.2 - Very good 260m

Bar Le Coco Bongo

7.4 - Good 260m

Bar Le 8ème Sud

8.4 - Very good 270m

Bar La Dolce Vita

6.2 - Pleasant 270m

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

250m

Supermarket Lidl

1km

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

1.5km

Supermarket Lidl

1.7km

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

1.8km

Shopping Mall Centre Commercial Prado Shopping

1.9km

Supermarket MONOPRIX ROND POINT

1.9km

Supermarket Carrefour Marseille Bonneveine

2km

Supermarket Auchan Supermarché Marseille Marius Jauffret

2km

Tourist Attraction Digue du Prado

10 - Exceptional 60m

Tourist Attraction Plage borely

9 - Excellent 460m

Tourist Attraction Parc de la Valbelle

8 - Very good 470m

Tourist Attraction Pouce Cesar

8.4 - Very good 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Digue est du Port de la Pointe rouge

10 - Exceptional 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Mise à l’eau de la pointe rouge

10 - Exceptional 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Unité d'Habitation

9 - Excellent 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Le Maregraphe

9 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Magalone Garden

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Stadium Orange Vélodrome

2.1km

Performing Arts Theater Opéra de Marseille

3.2km

Cultural Center Friche la Belle de Mai

5.3km

Historical Landmark Place Castellane

2.6km

Historical Landmark Obélisque de Mazargues

2.8km

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About

Prado Beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 25th place out of 101 beaches in the Bouches-du-Rhone region 3.8 km away from its center, the city of Marselha. It is one of the beaches of Marseille settlement, just 3.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+24 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

6.8 M/S

Wind

+23 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Marseille • 3.8 km

Map of beach

Fitness Center Set Marseille

8.8 - Excellent 1.7km

Sports Complex Patinoire Palais Omnisports Marseille Grand-Est

3.2km

Park Parc Balnéaire du Prado

150m

Park Parc Borély

820m

Park Escale BORELY

830m

Park Villa Valmer

2km

Hiking Area Malmousque Marseille

2.1km

Park Campagne Pastré

2.4km

Park Parc du 26ème Centenaire

2.6km

Park Jardin de la Colline Puget

2.8km

Park Parc Émile Duclaux

3.3km

Bar Buvette du roucas

8 - Very good 210m

Bar Le Standart Marseille

8 - Very good 220m

Bar Le David Brasserie

7.6 - Very good 220m

Bar Le Robinson

7.8 - Very good 230m

Bar La Maronaise Café

8.2 - Very good 240m

Cafe Ice Park

8.2 - Very good 260m

Bar Le Coco Bongo

7.4 - Good 260m

Bar Le 8ème Sud

8.4 - Very good 270m

Bar La Dolce Vita

6.2 - Pleasant 270m

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

250m

Supermarket Lidl

1km

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

1.5km

Supermarket Lidl

1.7km

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

1.8km

Shopping Mall Centre Commercial Prado Shopping

1.9km

Supermarket MONOPRIX ROND POINT

1.9km

Supermarket Carrefour Marseille Bonneveine

2km

Supermarket Auchan Supermarché Marseille Marius Jauffret

2km

Tourist Attraction Digue du Prado

10 - Exceptional 60m

Tourist Attraction Plage borely

9 - Excellent 460m

Tourist Attraction Parc de la Valbelle

8 - Very good 470m

Tourist Attraction Pouce Cesar

8.4 - Very good 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Digue est du Port de la Pointe rouge

10 - Exceptional 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Mise à l’eau de la pointe rouge

10 - Exceptional 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Unité d'Habitation

9 - Excellent 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Le Maregraphe

9 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Magalone Garden

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Stadium Orange Vélodrome

2.1km

Performing Arts Theater Opéra de Marseille

3.2km

Cultural Center Friche la Belle de Mai

5.3km

Historical Landmark Place Castellane

2.6km

Historical Landmark Obélisque de Mazargues

2.8km

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Located at nearest locality

Marseille • 5.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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8.7 Excellent

1.5km 20 min walk

Plage du Prophete

7.8 Very good

1.9km 25 min walk

Pointe Rouge

7.8 Very good

2.6km

Pointe Rouge II

6.7 Good

2.6km

Pont de la Fausse Monnaie

7.4 Good

2.7km

Plage de Maldorme

7.7 Very good

2.8km

Pointe Rouge III

7.7 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Marseille • 3.8km

Main locality of province

Marseille • 3.8km

Transport

Airport

JAH • 18.6km

Bus Station

Place Bonnefon • 1.2km

Train Station

Stairs of Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles • 4.5km

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7.8 Very good

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7.8 Very good

Larissa Delaney

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

I'm really enjoying my time at this beach. It's not crowded at all, especially in September. Plus, the sand is a beautiful golden color.

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Rahul Singhania

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

During the summer season, this beach is a great spot to visit. The sand is a beautiful golden color, and it adds to the overall charm of the location.

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Retsa Kairn

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

I visit this beach a couple of times every year and it never fails to amaze me. The golden sand is just one of the many reasons why I love coming back to this fantastic place.

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Plage du Prado

Marseille, France

Fitness Center Set Marseille

Sports Complex Patinoire Palais Omnisports Marseille Grand-Est

Park Parc Balnéaire du Prado

Park Parc Borély

Park Escale BORELY

Park Villa Valmer

Hiking Area Malmousque Marseille

Park Campagne Pastré

Park Parc du 26ème Centenaire

Park Jardin de la Colline Puget

Park Parc Émile Duclaux

Bar Buvette du roucas

Bar Le Standart Marseille

Bar Le David Brasserie

Bar Le Robinson

Bar La Maronaise Café

Cafe Ice Park

Bar Le Coco Bongo

Bar Le 8ème Sud

Bar La Dolce Vita

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

Supermarket Lidl

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

Supermarket Lidl

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

Shopping Mall Centre Commercial Prado Shopping

Supermarket MONOPRIX ROND POINT

Supermarket Carrefour Marseille Bonneveine

Supermarket Auchan Supermarché Marseille Marius Jauffret

Tourist Attraction Digue du Prado

Tourist Attraction Plage borely

Tourist Attraction Parc de la Valbelle

Tourist Attraction Pouce Cesar

Tourist Attraction Digue est du Port de la Pointe rouge

Tourist Attraction Mise à l’eau de la pointe rouge

Tourist Attraction Unité d'Habitation

Tourist Attraction Le Maregraphe

Tourist Attraction Magalone Garden

Stadium Orange Vélodrome

Performing Arts Theater Opéra de Marseille

Cultural Center Friche la Belle de Mai

Historical Landmark Place Castellane

Historical Landmark Obélisque de Mazargues

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Weather

Marseille, Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Bouches-du-Rhone

Fitness Center Set Marseille

Sports Complex Patinoire Palais Omnisports Marseille Grand-Est

Park Parc Balnéaire du Prado

Park Parc Borély

Park Escale BORELY

Park Villa Valmer

Hiking Area Malmousque Marseille

Park Campagne Pastré

Park Parc du 26ème Centenaire

Park Jardin de la Colline Puget

Park Parc Émile Duclaux

Bar Buvette du roucas

Bar Le Standart Marseille

Bar Le David Brasserie

Bar Le Robinson

Bar La Maronaise Café

Cafe Ice Park

Bar Le Coco Bongo

Bar Le 8ème Sud

Bar La Dolce Vita

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

Supermarket Lidl

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

Supermarket Lidl

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

Shopping Mall Centre Commercial Prado Shopping

Supermarket MONOPRIX ROND POINT

Supermarket Carrefour Marseille Bonneveine

Supermarket Auchan Supermarché Marseille Marius Jauffret

Tourist Attraction Digue du Prado

Tourist Attraction Plage borely