Château d'If Ticket

Located opposite the port of Marseille, Château d'If was a notable jail in France. It is a key visit during your trip to the South of France.

Why Visit the Château d'If?

Château d'If is renowned from Alexandre Dumas' novel, The Count of Monte Cristo. The ticket allows exploration of the old cells of this important state prison, built between 1524 and 1531 under King Francis I for coastal defense. Its strategic location provides incredible coastal views from its towers, including the Frioul archipelago islands. The site has a rich history of notable inmates, including Protestants, the captain of the ship that brought the plague in 1720, and revolutionary militants. An informational leaflet in English is provided with the ticket for self-guided exploration.

Opening Times

Château d'If opens at the following times:

2025

April 1 to September 30: daily from 10 am to 6 pmOctober 1 to March 31: daily from 10 am to 5:15 pm

2026

April 1 to September 30: daily from 10 am to 6 pmOctober 1 to March 31: daily from 10 am to 5 pm

Final admission depends on the ferry schedule from Marseille's port.

Special Opening Times

December 24 and 31: closing time at 4 pm

Free Admission

Admission to the Château d'If is free for:

Young people from the EU between 18 and 25 years old.Children under 18 years, regardless of nationality.

To obtain free admission, visitors must present a valid ID at the site's ticket office. Admission is also free on the first Sunday of each month from January to March, November to December, and the third weekend of September.

Transport Not Included

This ticket does not include transport to the Island of If. Visitors can take a ferry from the Old Port in Marseille (Vieux Port) to the Castle. The ferry price is not included in the admission ticket.