Meander through the exuberant Noailles Market in the heart of Marseille, a bazaar-like setting with a dizzying array of shops and stalls. Known as the “belly of Marseille,” the Noailles district is effervescent, ethnically and religiously diverse and boasts a personality all its own. The Marché Noailles market is no exception, as it offers an incredible array of merchandise that reflects the diversity of the people. There is truly something for everyone, as you will realize while browsing the stalls, the scent of freshly ground spices wafting through the air. Along the way, all sorts of samples will be offered. You can expect to observe residents haggling over prices, choosing the ripest produce and looking over the handicrafts. Its ambiance is much like that of a souk or a bazaar. Some of the shops are centuries old and quite unusual. For instance, there is Le Père Blaize, a pharmacy and dispenser of herbal medicines since 1815.