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Commune in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
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La Ciotat is in Bouches-du-Rhône.
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Old Harbour
Old town
There are some notable buildings are rue Adolph Abeille and the rue des Poilus.
Built in the 17th century.
Hosts temporary exhibitions.
Opened 16 June 1889, perhaps the oldest working cinema theatre in the world.
A restored building of a former market, now hosts a Cinema Frères Lumière (Lumière Brothers cinema). There is also a nice square and a small street on its NW side.
It is a municipal park and botanical garden. The park is listed among the Notable Gardens of France. There are also some nice trails leading to calanques (characteristic coves) — well worth exploring. Just outside of it lies Anse du Petit Mugel, a famous snorkelling and diving spot.
Green Island
Between April and October there is a ferry service to the island (cash payment only). It departs from Vieux port every hour from 10.00 to 17.00, excluding 13.00. The journey takes about 15 minutes.
simple, but reasonably good food, presumably Corsican.
"Head of garlic" -- nice food with a bit of creativity.
There are plenty of buses in La Ciotat, to the railway station north of the town, and to the neighbouring town of Ceyreste. Maps and timetables can be found at bus stops and at the Tourist Office.
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