Place Godeau and rue des Portiques

The Estérel grey granite column enthroned in the middle of the square is one of the two columns that were once twinned and donated by the city of Marseille in 230 in honour of the god Mars Vintium. Once housed in the cathedral, the columns were removed in 1767. The second is now in the Place du Grand Jardin.

From the Place Godeau, there is an excellent view of the Romanesque chevet and the bell tower adorned with battlements (13th century).

To the north of the square is a house with...