Cours d'Estienne d'Orves
The closest underground car park, a few dozen metres from the terrace. Ideal for dinner: you come straight back up onto place Thiars.
Vieux-Port · Place Thiars · 13001
Parking near the Vieux-Port
Le Caribou awaits you on place Thiars, in the heart of Marseille's Vieux-Port. Covered car parks a few steps away, a metro station at the end of the square, arrival on foot from the Canebière: here is how to reach our table with peace of mind.
Place Thiars, 13001
An address in the heart of the port
Le Caribou sits on one of the finest corners of place Thiars, just metres from the quays of the Vieux-Port. You can't miss it: the pergola terrace opens onto this lively pedestrian square, between the cours d'Estienne d'Orves and the quai de Rive Neuve.
A central, very well-served neighbourhood — but one where the car is not king: it pays to know the right parking moves before you come. Good news — several covered car parks are less than a five-minute walk away.
Where to park
The nearest car parks
Three covered parking options a short walk from place Thiars, open in the evening so you can enjoy dinner without watching the clock.
Consultez aussi le détail des parkings du secteur dans notre guide complet.
Vieux-Port / Charles de Gaulle
At the head of the port, a short walk along the quays. A large covered car park, handy when surface spaces run out at the weekend.
Quai de Rive Neuve
Along the south side of the port, a few minutes on foot. A convenient alternative near La Criée and the theatres, heading towards place Thiars.
Without a car
Metro, on foot, in just a few minutes
The Vieux-Port metro station (line 1) comes out at the entrance to place Thiars: it is by far the simplest way to reach us from the centre, Saint-Charles station or any district on the network.
On foot, allow a few minutes from the Canebière or the cours Julien. Many bus lines and the tramway serve the Vieux-Port area: leaving the car behind is often the fastest option at the weekend.
Metro
Line 1 — Vieux-Port station, at the end of the square
On foot
A few minutes from the Canebière and cours Julien
Bike
Self-service stations along the quays of the port
On arrival
Spot the terrace
Once parked, head for place Thiars, the pedestrian square lined with restaurants between the cours d'Estienne d'Orves and the port. Le Caribou's terrace, under its pergola, stands out by its parasols and its buzz.
Unsure of the route or want to reserve a spot on the terrace? A call is all it takes: the team guides you and holds your table, whether you arrive by car, by metro or on foot.
Si vous venez en voiture par le cours d'Estienne d'Orves, découvrez comment arriver par le cours Estienne d'Orves et rejoindre la terrasse place Thiars en quelques pas.
Our tips
Arrive stress-free
A few simple markers to arrive relaxed and make the most of your evening on the Vieux-Port.
Go for covered parking
Surface spaces are scarce and regulated near the port: a covered car park saves you circling and secures the evening.
Plan for the weekend
Friday and Saturday evenings the area fills fast. Arriving a little early — or by metro — saves precious time.
In doubt? Call us
For access, a spot on the terrace or the exact route, the team answers the phone and points you to the simplest option.
Prepare your visit to Le Caribou
The venue, the opening hours, the booking: everything to plan your visit in the heart of the Vieux-Port.
Good to know
Parking near the Vieux-Port: frequently asked questions
Where should I park to dine at Le Caribou, place Thiars?
Several covered car parks are a few minutes' walk from place Thiars: the cours d'Estienne d'Orves car park, very close, plus the Vieux-Port (Charles de Gaulle) and quai de Rive Neuve car parks. They stay open in the evening so you can enjoy dinner freely.
Is there a car park right next to the restaurant?
The underground car park on the cours d'Estienne d'Orves is the closest: only a few dozen metres separate its exit from our terrace on place Thiars. It is the most convenient option for dinner on the Vieux-Port.
How do I come to Le Caribou by metro?
The Vieux-Port station (line 1) comes out at the entrance to place Thiars. From the city centre, Saint-Charles station or any district on the network, it is the simplest and quickest way to reach us, especially at the weekend.
Can I walk from the Canebière?
Yes, absolutely. Le Caribou is a few minutes on foot from the Canebière and the cours Julien. The Vieux-Port district is pedestrian and very pleasant to explore on foot, by day and in the evening.
Is parking easy at the weekend?
The Vieux-Port area is very busy on Friday and Saturday evenings. We recommend heading straight for a covered car park, or coming by metro, to avoid circling. Arriving a little early also makes parking easier.
How can I reach you if I have a doubt about access?
The simplest is to call us or use our contact page: the team tells you the best-placed car park, the route to place Thiars and holds your table until you arrive.
Ready to come and dine on the Vieux-Port?
Book your table at Le Caribou, place Thiars — covered car parks steps away, a metro at the end of the square and a terrace facing the port waiting for you.