Family visits

Visiting the If Castle as a family? Discover all our offers!

Visits and activities

Discover our family activities

Get ready to explore the castle with your children! Several options are available:

  • the booklet-game: follow the adventures of Sartine the gabian, as he leads you through every nook and cranny of the château and the island! 
    Suitable for children aged 6 to 12
    Available for €2 from the monument reception desk. In french & in English
  • the family tour: for an even more complete visit, follow our guide for a tour dedicated to families in french.
    From age 3, booking required
    Price: €4 per child, €9 per adult (excluding sea crossing)

see the agenda for family visits

Visite famille en cours

© Antoinette Gorioux / CMN

Visit tips

Enjoy the island

A 2-hectare island in the Mediterranean surrounds the château. Ideal for stretching your legs after the boat trip!

Where to eat?

Picnics are permitted on the island. Treat yourself to a lunch or snack with one of the best views of the city of Marseille.

If Island is part of the Calanques National Park. It is forbiden to throw up your waste on the island. Please note that there are no trash cans on the island !

Free admission

Admission for the open visit is free for under-18s. Make the most of it!

Book a ticket

View detailed rates.

Visit conditions

Visit with complete peace of mind!

  • Strollers are allowed on the island only, but you can leave them in a secure area before visiting the château.
  • Baby-changing facilities are available in the toilets.
  • Drinking water points are available on the island.
  • We advise you to bring good shoes.
  • In summer, remember to bring a hat or cap, sunglasses and sunscreen.