Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
French
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
Typical Duration
7-9 nights
Price Range
$1,801–$8,087 per person
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Burgundy wine country and the scenic Rhône River valley, offering access to historic medieval towns and world-class vineyards.
Cruises that visit Mâcon
Build Your Day in Mâcon
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 11:00 PM
Usually about 15 hours ashore
Getting around:
Abbaye de Cluny
Ruined Romanesque spiritual complex
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Sun
Centre Commercial Carrefour Les Bouchardes
Shopping mall with a supermarket
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Mon
Cultura Mâcon
In-store shopping·Curbside pickup·Delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Léon Fish Brasserie - Macon
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Mâcon House of Wines
Dine-in·No delivery
Au Bureau - Pub et Brasserie
Dine-in·Delivery
Hameau Duboeuf
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Sun
Aquaparc BE FUN Mâcon/Cormoranche
Super aquaparc
Closed · Opens 11 AM Sun
Au Comptoir des Halles
Brasserie & wine bar with river views
Closes soon · 9 PM
The Wooden House Restaurant
Stylish French bistro in historic digs
Parc des Bouchardes
In-store pickup
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Mon
Auchan Hypermarché Macon
Curbside pickup·Delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
Esplanade Market
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Sat
Les Tuileries
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Le Poisson d'Or
Do not miss an opportunity to eat here!
Closes soon · 8:45 PM
L'O des Vignes
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Le Saint-Laurent
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
Les Copains d'Abord
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Bil's Diner
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Brasserie de l'Académie
Relaxed spot for wine & homestyle fare
Restaurant La Part Des Anges - Mâcon
Excellent classic French kitchen with a modern twist.
La Raffinerie Mâcon
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Le Moulin du Gastronome
Simple inn with dining & an outdoor pool
Closes soon · 8:30 PM
L'Ambroisie restaurant et Traiteur l'ATBM
Great experience with delicious dinner and perfect service.
Parc Nord
Centre aquatique communautaire
Closed · Opens 10 AM Sun
Cassis Restaurant Mâcon
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 12 PM Mon
Chocolate and Cup of Tea
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 2:30 PM Sun
Ma Table en Ville
Great food great service great atmosphere
LE BOSS FORT
Delicious high quality ingredients well prepared.
Les Mouettes
Dine-in·No delivery
Le Petit Bouton D’or
Excellent vegetarian options and a reasonably priced lunch menu.
O’Crousti Poulet Mâcon 🍗
Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery
Centre Commercial Rive de Saône
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Mon
La Fraternité - Café Français
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
La Table de Chaintré
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
Musée des Ursulines
Museum of archaeology & fine arts
Closed · Opens 2 PM Sun
Carrefour Mâcon Crêches-sur-Saône
Onsite services
Closes soon · 9 PM
Café des Négociants
Dine-in·No delivery
Restaurant "Au château"
Dish after dish came out well prepared, well plated, and delicious.
Office de Tourisme de Mâcon Sud Bourgogne
Onsite services·Online appointments
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Sun
Hotel Gourmet Restaurant La Huchette
Stéréo café (ex Jocelyn Coffee)
Takeout: 12 PM–6:30 PM Tue
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Les Coursives salon de thé
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Sun
COCO DI MAMMA | Pizzeria et Restaurant Italien
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Piscine Extérieure Mâcon
Closed · Opens 11 AM Mon
Le Comptoir Viking Mâcon
Dine-in·No delivery
La Dama restaurant
Incredible gourmet food in an incredibly friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Closes soon · 8:30 PM
The Barrel House
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
L'Insolite
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Lac de Varennes-les-Mâcon
Snack Amygo
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Le Bergen
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Musées Municipaux (ancienne Cathédrale Saint-Vincent)
Temporarily closed
Le Gratiné Mâcon
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Mékong
Spiciest thing I’ve gotten in France in 15 years.
Bonobo
In-store pickup
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Mon
Restaurant de la Petite Grosne
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Mon
Bar - Côté Rhum - Mâcon
Dine-in·No delivery
Café Genevès - Restaurant Mâcon
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Tue
Pont Saint-Laurent
Le tchin'e
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Jardin Romantique du Quai Lamartine
Luma Brasserie
Saudade Macon
Dine-in·Takeout
Le Poteau Mou
Les Sablons – Base nautique de Port Arciat
Closed · Opens 11 AM Sun
Lifestore Minuit Deux | Restaurant, Coffee Shop & Coworking Mâcon
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Parc du Vallon des Rigolettes
CORNER COFFEE
Dine-in
Place aux Herbes
Le perroquet macon
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Parc Maria Chambefort
Monument aux Morts de Macon
Tour
Centre Commercial Le Clos
A DAY AT THE CASTLE
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Mon
The Outlet
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Mâcon
BAR AU FIL DE L'O
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Nox
24 Rue des Essards
Lettres de Mâcon
Vue de la montée des 3 têtes
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Mâcon
Mâcon serves as a charming port of call along the Rhône River, where three premium cruise lines—Emerald Cruises, Riverside Luxury Cruises, and Amadeus River Cruises—offer an impressive selection of itineraries. With 215 upcoming cruises and a strong presence of seven-night voyages, this Burgundy destination has become increasingly popular with river cruise enthusiasts. The port's strategic location makes it an ideal embarkation and exploration point for discovering some of France's most celebrated regions.
Passengers docking in Mâcon can look forward to exploring the medieval charm of this historic wine town while enjoying convenient access to iconic destinations like Lyon, Avignon, and Arles. The summer and early autumn months from May through September represent peak season, offering the most favorable weather for discovering both the port's local treasures and the broader Rhône Valley. Whether you're a first-time river cruiser or a seasoned traveler, Mâcon provides an authentic French experience with excellent onboard amenities and shore excursion opportunities.
Passengers docking in Mâcon can look forward to exploring the medieval charm of this historic wine town while enjoying convenient access to iconic destinations like Lyon, Avignon, and Arles. The summer and early autumn months from May through September represent peak season, offering the most favorable weather for discovering both the port's local treasures and the broader Rhône Valley. Whether you're a first-time river cruiser or a seasoned traveler, Mâcon provides an authentic French experience with excellent onboard amenities and shore excursion opportunities.
Cruise Lines at Mâcon
- Emerald Cruises (176 cruises)
- Riverside Luxury Cruises (36 cruises)
