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Château d’If: Fast Track Ticket
Visit the island fortress-prison that inspired The Count of Monte Cristo
Highlights
- See the inspirational venue behind Alexandre Dumas's 1844 novel The Count of Monte Cristo Visit the island fortress prison and get amazing views of the Vieux Port from the boat and the island itself Learn about the Protestants and Republicans incarcerated here and see old graffiti by past prisoners!
What's included
- Access to the Château
- Ferry to the island
- No audio guides available, but a subtitled film is screened during the visit
Overview
Step inside a literary classic when you visit the island fortress prison Château d’If, which was the inspiration for Alexandre Dumas’ 1844 novel _The Count of Monte Cristo_. Learn about the prisoners incarcerated here and get amazing views of the Vieux Port!
Know before you go
Mandatory security check
. Dogs, big bags & suitcases aren't permitted
. The ferries Le Bateau and CIES Maritimes connect the castle with Marseille's port. The ride is not included in this ticket
Cancellation policy
before_date
Venue address
Château d’If
Navette du Frioul, 1 Quai de la Fraternité